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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Costa Rica

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
San José
San José1 stop$410
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$300
San José
San José1 stop$410
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$300

Book Cheap Detroit to Costa Rica Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Costa Rica that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 1:01 pm
DTW
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LIR
9h 01m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:05 pm - 11:30 pm
LIR
-
DTW
8h 25m
1 stop
$300JetBlue
Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 1:01 pm
DTW
-
LIR
9h 01m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:05 pm - 11:30 pm
LIR
-
DTW
8h 25m
1 stop
$327JetBlue
Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 2
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 1:01 pm
DTW
-
LIR
9h 01m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
2:06 pm - 9:45 pm
LIR
-
DTW
29h 39m
1 stop
$397JetBlue
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Oct 5
JetBlue Logo
7:00 am - 11:57 am
DTW
-
LIR
6h 57m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:05 pm - 11:30 pm
LIR
-
DTW
8h 25m
1 stop
$407JetBlue
Tue, Aug 25 - Fri, Sep 11
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 12:57 pm
DTW
-
SJO
8h 57m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:05 pm - 11:30 pm
SJO
-
DTW
8h 25m
1 stop
$410JetBlue
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
DTW
-
SJO
14h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 9:15 pm
SJO
-
DTW
10h 15m
2 stops
$424Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 8
Air Canada Logo
6:20 pm - 1:10 pm
DTW
-
LIR
20h 50m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
3:10 pm - 5:40 pm
LIR
-
DTW
25h 30m
1 stop
$426Air Canada
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
Air Canada Logo
6:20 pm - 2:10 pm
DTW
-
LIR
20h 50m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
3:20 pm - 5:40 pm
LIR
-
DTW
25h 20m
2 stops
$430Air Canada
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 3:11 pm
DTW
-
SJO
21h 46m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 12:42 am
SJO
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DTW
13h 47m
2 stops
$456Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 3:11 pm
DTW
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SJO
21h 46m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 11:54 am
SJO
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DTW
26h 47m
1 stop
$470Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

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?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Costa Rica from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport found in the last 5 days was to Liberia, at $917 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 $917.

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

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

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?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica is February, when tickets cost $57 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $263 and $251 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

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 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$134
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% 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.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Detroit to Costa Rica

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