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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Costa Rica

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
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Liberia
5h 20mNonstop
from $396per person
San José
6h 46m2 stops
from $507per person
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Costa Rica flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Costa Rica to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Costa Rica from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport found in the last 5 days was to Liberia, at $1,014 round-trip. The most popular route is from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberia (LIR), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $1,014.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

No, with an average price for the route of $799, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica is October, when tickets cost $548 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $969 and $885 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$190
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit to Liberia

FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • Does DTW have pet relief amenities?

    Yes. DTW offers multiple pet relief facilities that passengers flying through the airport with their four-legged friends can utilize. You can use the outdoor relief area located at the Internationals Arrival area in McNamara Terminal. Alternatively, you can use the grassy relief zone situated at the Departures level at Evans Terminal. These pet relief amenities are equipped with sinks, disposable waste bags and fire hydrants.

  • Are there rest zones at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)?

    There are multiple relaxation and rest areas at DTW that passengers flying through the airport can use when in need. In the event of harsh weather and getting stranded at the airport, you can use the exceptional cots. If you are at the airport and need to get to these locations, you can contact the airport staff to help you out.

  • Can I sleep at SJO?

    There isn't much sitting because the terminal is so small, although there are a few spaces with some couches. You can also sleep on the floor because the airport is clean. Consider bringing an additional layer of clothing or travel comforter as well as earbuds or noise-canceling headsets if you plan to spend the night at this airport because the cold air conditioning and a loud public address system were mentioned as sleep disruptors. Hotels close to the airport are available for uninterrupted slumber.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at SJO?

    Car rental agencies like Dollar, Hertz, Enterprise and National are located at the airport's main terminal, just past Customs, for the convenience of travelers who need to rent a car or have a prearranged rental. Staff from the company will accompany the renter to the rental vehicle court, which is close to the terminal when the reservation or rental has been made.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Costa Rica.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Costa Rica?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Detroit to Costa Rica with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Detroit to Costa Rica up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Costa Rica

  • If you are flying from Detroit to Costa Rica, ensure that you arrive at DTW at least 2 hours before your flight scheduled departure time. This way, you will have enough time to go through all the checkpoints, get your ticket stamped and boarding pass and arrive at your gate on time. Additionally, you will have ample time to park.
  • Do you want to grab something to eat while at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)? The airport features multiple food courts, mostly operating 24 hours. These eateries, such as Cafe Lavazza, located on the Landside in the Lobby Mezzanine, offer great beverages. You can also find other places in the Airside.
  • Upon your arrival at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and need to have a massage to stretch and relax your muscles after the long flight, you can utilize the massage services found on the Airside. Moreover, you can get pedicures, facials and manicures.
  • Those who are flying through Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) with kids can take advantage of the kids’ play area available at the airport if you want them to burn off some energy before boarding their flights. The playgrounds are located at Mcnamara and Evans Terminal. They are colorful and interactive.
  • If you fly from Detroit to Costa Rica, you will only have connecting flight options. You can either decide to book flights with short layovers or multiple layovers. Fly with Spirit Airlines, which offers one-stop flight services with stops at Fort Lauderdale Airport if you are in a hurry.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit to Costa Rica? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4199 reviews
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
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Flight was fine. Only thing was flight was delayed nearly 2 hours. Flight was originally scheduled to depart at 7:50pm but didn't depart until 9:50pm. I got home around midnight. It was later than desired and I had to get up early next day to take kids to practice. I have noticed that last flight of day on West Coast for Southwest always tend to have delays.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Sep 2026
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Flight was fine. Only thing was flight was delayed nearly 2 hours. Flight was originally scheduled to depart at 7:50pm but didn't depart until 9:50pm. I got home around midnight. It was later than desired and I had to get up early next day to take kids to practice. I have noticed that last flight of day on West Coast for Southwest always tend to have delays.

Wasn't expecting this, but, we actually ended up getting assigned to the first row of seats!!!!! The extra legroom came in handy

Trash experience on all my flights this week. Delay after delay. The flight I’m waiting for has been delayed 6 times and nearly 3 hours.

Southwest has been a nightmare. Delayed flights, missed connections, systems down. Never again am I flying southwest.

had to check bag at gate when there was still overhead bin space. As usual the WIFI didn't really work.

Terrible delay today. also, waited 90 minutes for baggage to unload in Seattle earlier in the week.

Like new plane. Great crew. Comfortable. Clean. On time. Happy employees. Good organization and control of passengers.

Fairly good - the seats seemed more comfortable on this flight. The staff out of Detroit were quite friendly. But they directed us to the wrong carousel for luggage. :(

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

Southwest is a discount airline. I get it. You take the (usually) good pricing with the bad (cramped). But Southwest is becoming more and more like the cut-rate airlines *cough* Spirit *cough*. It used to actually be a fun experience. e.g. paying for WiFi is bad enough - having to pay for it on each leg of a flight is ridiculous. Yes, I've seen your numbers that it only "impacts a small percentage", but you and I both know that is misleading at best. While I used to try to fly SW exclusively when flying domestically, now I'll look elsewhere very frequently and price being equal (or close) I'm going to the other carriers.

We sat at the gate for over 30 minutes, with no indication as to why

All was fine. Small plane so no food or entertainment.

Very aggressive at the boarding area of only allowing one person passed a line/ sign

Delayed 7 hours Crew and employees were nice Extra long flight but at least we got in

I love how the flight crews are now saying what the weather will be like, when we can expect to be able to get up and use the restrooms etc. I have to say also that our flight crews this trip were incredible - fast and courteous - and somehow managed to do the service even on these short flights with a few bumps. The only reason for an ok rating on entertainment was because these short flights are on planes without seatback displays but that's ok because I just download shows on my iPhone beforehand.

Our flight from Detroit to LaGuardia on Thursday 8/20 was delayed from 555 to 910 due to storms and a ground stop at LGA. It’s never fun to be stuck at the airport but I thought the desk crew and captain handled it well and kept us informed. I especially liked how they referred to us as their “LaGuardia family.” I am a loyal delta customer and this is one of the reasons why.

The plane is old. There was water dripping fown from the air cooling system. The toilets were mot that clean

The meal tray was not usable it was completely uneven

Staff is friendly and helpful but flight was delayed by one hour from Detroit, making for tight window in Toronto to clear Canada Customs and pass through security screening in order to get to connecting flight on time.

Chaotic boarding at these gates, multiple gates squeezed in at the very end of a concourse, behind a restaurant. Agents gave up on boarding by individual zones. Flight itself was uneventful, which is all we hope for any more.

United did nit provide any updated on flight crew not bein available until boarding time started. It was bad. Itws alate night flight and there no proactive communication and iha d an important meeting that i missed due to thus

This flight is a quick way to get to Chicago, but a bit expensive.

We got delayed three hours and nobody thought to have the bathroom fixed while we were sitting waiting to board? took a full hour to have maintenance come and check it off. Had to shut the bathroom down twice so that the pilots could go to the bathroom. Everyone missed their connections.

Not good - outbound flight was delayed and missed my connection even though I got to the gate after running through the airport - the agent would not let me on because the door was closed (flight had not left). There was no notification from United - overall experience was very disappointing. Additionally, I was downgraded from first class to coach on the alternative flight

My experience on this United Airlines flight was highly uncomfortable, primarily due to two issues: Cabin Temperature: The temperature on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 was unacceptably high, feeling consistently around 80 degrees throughout the flight. This made sleeping impossible and significantly detracted from the experience. Seating Arrangement: Being stuck in a middle seat for a six-and-a-half-hour overnight flight compounded the discomfort. Moving forward, I will always purchase a seat assignment to avoid this situation.

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

Some sort of compensation for missing work because of a cancelled flight that was United’s fault

I was told we'd have a hot breakfast option in first class, so I chose not get a hot breakfast. It was a very strange meal, but the fresh fruit was very good quality. Service was excellent from ORD to ELP. No service from MBS to ORD, not even water. However, when flying American from FNT to ORD, which is a shorter flight, they at least pass out snacks and offer water.

Staff friendly and app worked really well. Modest delays were frustrating

I had very little time to change planes originally in Denver after my flight from Omaha. I had an hour and a half layover in Denver originally and my flight leaving Omaha was delayed an hour because they had to change a tire, which I can understand. When I reached Denver my other flight was late, fortunately, but I still had only 10 minutes to run about a mile through the airport to get to my flight. Again, fortunately, I am a healthy 71-year-old and was able to accomplish this feat. However, the stress was more than necessary to bear.

Had to wait over an hour in line for a Jet Blue agent to appear at the the counter. Ended up a customer service agent from another airline lines helped to check us in, and boarding pass,

see my previous response about being kicked off the flight and having to fly the next day, ruining a planned vacation tour.

You should have had Wifi to make it much enjoyable.

The crew for the flight was A+ top notch. They were friendly and professional and made the flight a very relaxing and enjoable.

The flight departed more than 1 hour late. Leg room is bigger than most airlines

terrible. Because I felt very unwell during the flight. How do they leave a woman alone in the middle of 2 men? an obese man who was falling on top of me.

Flight was delayed by almost 5 hours. Suitcase was not loaded despite the flight being near empty (my colleagues’ suitcases did reach JFK, unlike mine). Had to argue on phone to get JetBlue to deliver the case to my hotel. Never again

Great. Loved that there was WiFi on flight to keep in touch and excellent service of beverages and snacks.

I booked this flight using JetBlue points and I was just so happy. The plane was so clean, I had every need met. Thank you!!

One of the worst experience. People from Saudi in general show nasty attitudes. They act like they own us. Or the world is theirs. Rude behaviors aren't acceptable. They have a bad accident and don't even know how to speak properly but they blame me for that and makes fun of me and laughs when I said I'm going to BANGLADESH.

I sat in seat 22D near the back right of the plane. My phone battery was getting low, so I plugged my charger into the power outlets below the seats in front of me. They did not work. When I asked the flight attendant whether this was the case for the whole plane he said, "No. It's only this one. It hasn't worked for months". This should be noted to whomever services this plane so that maintenance can fix this for future passengers. I was on Flight AA5614 from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

The passenger in front of of me reclined their seat back all the way the entire flight. Their headrest was in my face the entire flight! I barely had room for the little plastic cup of water to fit on my tray table; can you make the seats and space between the rows any smaller??? You can’t even get up to use the restroom! Worst flight I’ve had in a very long time!

I was on a small regional flight from Detroit to Philadelphia. When we landed the outside cruise needed to turn something off with the engine, which took quite a long time. Then, when they allowed us to get off the plane it was outside. They took their time, unloading all the luggage and waited till they unloaded all the luggage before they brought it over to us. It was 9 o’clock at night freezing cold out, and there was no proactive hustle to try to get people their luggage. It was really one of the worst experiences I think I’ve ever had with American until a manager came over. I don’t think they were going to even consider pulling the luggage over to the people that had been waiting outside for at least 10 minutes in the freezing cold.

It was a good trip. Flight Attendants were friendly and responsive.

They should have allowed for extra time to de-ice the plane before boarding passengers. This delayed us about 10-15 mins after we boarded. Overall experience was fine. Crew was friendly and on top of everything. We didn’t have any issues during the flight.

The trip was very smooth and they provided great customer service

It was on time, which is always a good thing. There wasn’t any food hence my okay rating.

It was a crazy day with a lot of delays and gate changes. Not a huge fan of the Charlotte hub at all.

We have been delayed and postponed 2days and nights…and still do not have our flight until tomorrow..

American Airlines is awful!! Will never fly with them again. Connection flight left early leaving 22 people in Charlotte with no way to get to Key West for 24 hours. Would not provide hotel or any other accommodations. Bags were delayed two days.

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