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$429+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Costa Rica

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DSM — SJO
feb. 4 — feb. 111
mar. 2/4
mar. 2/11
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/123:40 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
mié. 2/1912:29 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops10h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$543
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/154:12 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
lun. 7/2111:59 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$592
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/411:25 amDSM - SJO
2 stops23h 46mUnited Airlines
mié. 6/185:30 amSJO - DSM
2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/2911:27 amDSM - SJO
1 stop10h 57mDelta
lun. 4/71:20 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 1/29$618
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/265:29 pmDSM - LIR
2 stops18h 51mAmerican Airlines
vie. 5/22:26 pmLIR - DSM
2 stops20h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$659
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/237:49 amDSM - LIR
1 stop10h 08mUnited Airlines
jue. 2/278:50 amLIR - DSM
1 stop13h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$732
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/235:34 amDSM - LIR
1 stop8h 55mDelta
lun. 3/33:54 pmLIR - DSM
2 stops25h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/30$879
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/205:14 pmDSM - LIR
2 stops20h 47mWestJet
lun. 3/32:55 pmLIR - DSM
2 stops18h 54mWestJet
Deal found 1/30$4,091

Find flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica within your budget

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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

mié. 2/12

3:40 pm-11:24 am

2 stops19h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 2/19

12:29 pm-11:18 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$543

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

mar. 7/15

4:12 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 7/21

11:59 pm-8:57 am

1 stop7h 58m

$592

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

dom. 5/25

6:13 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops19h 57m

Liberia

jue. 5/29

2:10 pm-11:13 am

2 stops20h 03m

$604

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

mié. 6/4

11:25 am-10:11 am

2 stops23h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/18

7:55 am-10:29 am

2 stops25h 34m

$613

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

sáb. 3/29

11:27 am-9:24 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 4/7

1:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$618

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

mié. 2/26

5:34 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Liberia

mar. 3/4

2:20 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$629

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

dom. 5/25

6:07 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Liberia

jue. 5/29

1:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$634

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

mar. 2/25

10:32 am-2:01 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Liberia

mié. 3/5

2:55 pm-11:31 am

2 stops20h 36m

$3,730

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated enero 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Costa Rica have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,817 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$394Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$445Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$464Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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