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

Spirit Airlines, Air Canada, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to Costa Rica

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Michigan according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Michigan to Costa Rica on average per week?

As of January 2026, 21 flights take off from Michigan and land in Costa Rica each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Michigan to Costa Rica on average per day?

As of January 2026, 3 flights take off from Michigan and land in Costa Rica each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 100% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How long is the flight from Michigan to Costa Rica?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Michigan you fly out of and what airport in Costa Rica you fly into. For example, flying from Detroit to San José takes 7h 34m on average. On the other hand, flying from Grand Rapids to San José takes 11h 39m 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.

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

Prices for flights from Michigan to Costa Rica are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Costa Rica is 8 as of January 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to Costa Rica.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:16 pm - 12:22 pm

DTW

SJO

16h 06m

2 stops

12:31 pm - 12:29 am

SJO

DTW

9h 58m

1 stop

$306Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 10

10:59 pm - 12:22 pm

DTW

SJO

14h 23m

2 stops

7:05 am - 1:30 pm

SJO

DTW

28h 25m

2 stops

$309Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 9

7:43 pm - 11:40 am

DTW

SJO

16h 57m

1 stop

1:31 pm - 11:59 pm

SJO

DTW

9h 28m

1 stop

$310Spirit Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 27

7:43 pm - 11:40 am

DTW

SJO

16h 57m

1 stop

1:31 pm - 11:59 pm

SJO

DTW

9h 28m

1 stop

$311Spirit Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27

9:34 am - 10:02 pm

MDW

SJO

12h 28m

2 stops

7:00 am - 10:31 pm

SJO

MDW

15h 31m

1 stop

$343Delta

Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4

7:39 am - 12:56 pm

ORD

SJO

5h 17mnonstop

12:35 pm - 11:08 pm

SJO

ORD

10h 33m

1 stop

$344United Airlines

Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 5

5:00 am - 12:50 pm

MDW

SJO

7h 50m

1 stop

1:55 pm - 11:55 pm

SJO

MDW

9h 00m

1 stop

$355Southwest

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

9:34 am - 10:02 pm

MDW

SJO

12h 28m

2 stops

7:00 am - 5:22 pm

SJO

MDW

9h 22m

1 stop

$376Delta

Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11

5:30 am - 1:15 pm

MDW

LIR

8h 45m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 9:55 am

LIR

MDW

18h 45m

2 stops

$467Southwest

Mon, Apr 13 - Thu, Apr 23

8:15 pm - 1:15 pm

SBN

SJO

18h 00m

2 stops

8:45 am - 11:13 am

SJO

SBN

25h 28m

2 stops

$488United Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Feb 26

Southwest flights from Michigan to Costa Rica

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Southwest

Mar 3

MDW5:00 amChicago Midway

7h 50m

1 stop

SJO12:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 10

SJO1:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 00m

1 stop

MDW11:55 pmChicago Midway

$355

Southwest

Apr 20

MDW12:10 pmChicago Midway

7h 50m

1 stop

SJO7:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Apr 28

SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 45m

2 stops

MDW7:45 pmChicago Midway

$384

Southwest

Apr 14

MDW12:15 pmChicago Midway

7h 45m

1 stop

SJO7:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Apr 21

SJO1:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 55m

1 stop

MDW11:05 pmChicago Midway

$389

Spirit Airlines flights from Michigan to Costa Rica

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 17

DTW7:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 57m

1 stop

SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 27

SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 28m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$310

Spirit Airlines

Feb 20

DTW7:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 57m

1 stop

SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 27

SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 28m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$311

Spirit Airlines

Feb 17

DTW5:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 25m

1 stop

SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 27

SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 28m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$312

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Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/1

9:16 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops16h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

12:31 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 58m

$306

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

10:59 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops14h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

7:05 am-1:30 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$309

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/17

7:43 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$310

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/20

7:43 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$311

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/25

9:34 am-10:02 pm

2 stops12h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-10:31 pm

1 stop15h 31m

$343

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

7:39 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

12:35 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$344

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/3

5:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

1:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$355

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/5

9:34 am-10:02 pm

2 stops12h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

7:00 am-5:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$376

ChicagoLiberia

MDW - LIR

MDWLIR

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

5:30 am-1:15 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Liberia

Thu 4/23

2:10 pm-9:55 am

2 stops18h 45m

$467

South BendSan José

SBN - SJO

SBNSJO

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 2/23

8:15 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

8:45 am-11:13 am

2 stops25h 28m

$488

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Michigan to Costa Rica

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Michigan is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $289, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Michigan to Costa Rica during August average around $358.

What is the cheapest Michigan to Costa Rica flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Liberia for the best Michigan - Costa Rica flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Michigan when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $508 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Michigan for as low as $385 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Michigan to Costa Rica flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Michigan to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Michigan to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 85% on your flight if you consider stops on a Michigan to Costa Rica flight.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Michigan to Costa Rica

Fastest flight time	5h 01m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The fastest flight from Michigan to Costa Rica takes 5h 01m

Direct flights go from Michigan to Costa Rica every day.

There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From Michigan there are direct flights to Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Michigan to Costa Rica are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Costa Rica?
The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Costa Rica is 8 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to Costa Rica?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The required travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Michigan to Costa Rica?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Michigan to Costa Rica is Boeing 737-900, representing 93.33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Airbus A319 at 6.67%.

Best airlines flying from Michigan to Costa Rica

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $245	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,387 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,124 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $318	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,212 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $376	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,201 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $596	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,267 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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Can I find flights from Michigan to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Costa Rica from Michigan with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Michigan to Costa Rica?

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