How long is the flight from Iowa to Costa Rica?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Iowa you fly out of and what airport in Costa Rica you fly into. For example, flying from Des Moines to San José takes 7h 32m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cedar Rapids to San José takes 15h 27m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Costa Rica?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Costa Rica

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Costa Rica?

Prices for flights from Iowa to Costa Rica are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Costa Rica?

The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Costa Rica is 4 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Costa Rica?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Costa Rica.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:15 am - 11:37 am

CID

SJO

26h 22m2 stops

1:30 pm - 8:25 am

SJO

CID

18h 55m1 stop

$359Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 15

2:58 pm - 12:22 pm

DSM

SJO

21h 24m1 stop

1:31 pm - 11:06 pm

SJO

DSM

9h 35m1 stop

$379Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 26

4:30 pm - 12:22 pm

DSM

SJO

43h 52m2 stops

1:31 pm - 11:06 pm

SJO

DSM

9h 35m1 stop

$386Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 26

9:15 am - 12:22 pm

CID

SJO

27h 07m1 stop

1:30 pm - 8:25 am

SJO

CID

18h 55m1 stop

$393Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 15

11:35 am - 11:43 pm

DSM

SJO

12h 08m1 stop

7:09 am - 4:24 pm

SJO

DSM

9h 15m1 stop

$398American Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 11

6:00 am - 10:30 pm

CID

SJO

16h 30m1 stop

6:38 am - 9:31 pm

SJO

CID

14h 53m1 stop

$398American Airlines

Sun, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 29

5:49 pm - 10:15 pm

DSM

SJO

28h 26m2 stops

2:31 pm - 4:57 pm

SJO

DSM

26h 26m2 stops

$402Delta

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 11

7:00 am - 10:15 pm

OMA

SJO

15h 15m1 stop

7:00 am - 3:14 pm

SJO

OMA

8h 14m1 stop

$418Delta

Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 31

1:35 pm - 10:00 pm

DSM

SJO

8h 25m1 stop

2:20 pm - 10:30 pm

SJO

DSM

8h 10m1 stop

$418United Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 28

6:06 am - 1:10 pm

OMA

LIR

7h 04m1 stop

8:35 am - 10:21 pm

LIR

OMA

13h 46m1 stop

$475United Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27

American Airlines flights from Iowa to Costa Rica

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American Airlines

Feb 1

DSM11:35 amDes Moines

12h 08m

1 stop

SJO11:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 11

SJO7:09 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 15m

1 stop

DSM4:24 pmDes Moines

$398

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Jan 25

CID6:25 amCedar Rapids

16h 05m

2 stops

SJO10:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jan 29

SJO7:09 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 53m

1 stop

CID6:02 pmCedar Rapids

$402

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May 2

DSM5:50 pmDes Moines

20h 19m

1 stop

SJO1:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 7

SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

DSM4:14 pmDes Moines

$406

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Delta

Feb 1

DSM5:49 pmDes Moines

28h 26m

2 stops

SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 11

SJO2:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 26m

2 stops

DSM4:57 pmDes Moines

$402

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Delta

Jan 25

OMA7:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

15h 15m

1 stop

SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jan 31

SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 14m

1 stop

OMA3:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$418

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Delta

Feb 5

DSM10:21 amDes Moines

26h 39m

2 stops

SJO1:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 13

SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 27m

1 stop

DSM4:27 pmDes Moines

$422

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Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

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Cedar Rapids

Mon 1/12

9:15 am-11:37 am

2 stops26h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

1:30 pm-8:25 am

1 stop18h 55m

$359

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

2:58 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop21h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

1:31 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$379

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

4:30 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops43h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

1:31 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$386

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Mon 1/12

9:15 am-12:22 pm

1 stop27h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

1:30 pm-8:25 am

1 stop18h 55m

$393

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

11:35 am-11:43 pm

1 stop12h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

7:09 am-4:24 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$398

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

6:38 am-9:31 pm

1 stop14h 53m

$398

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

5:49 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops28h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

2:31 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$402

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-3:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$418

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

1:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

2:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$418

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/21

6:06 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Liberia

Tue 1/27

8:35 am-10:21 pm

1 stop13h 46m

$475

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Iowa is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $572, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in August, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Iowa to Costa Rica during November average around $601.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Iowa. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $517. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $762. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Iowa to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $589. Flying to Costa Rica in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Costa Rica are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $736. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Iowa when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $682 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Iowa for as low as $400 on momondo.

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The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Costa Rica is 4 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Costa Rica?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $251	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $497	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $548	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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