Costa Rica

$103+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Costa Rica

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DTT — SJO
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$282
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$103
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$404
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Detroit (DTT) to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($146 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 5/711:03 amDTW - SJO
2 stops26h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1212:28 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop20h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1312:20 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2011:32 amSJO - DTW
1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$322
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/108:25 pmDTW - LIR
1 stop19h 05mAir Canada
Wed 4/162:30 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop17h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 4/1$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 5/145:00 amDTW - LIR
1 stop10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2112:45 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$405
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/158:20 amDTW - LIR
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/221:20 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$425
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 8/56:30 amDTW - LIR
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Mon 8/111:04 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/1$445
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 5/1410:31 amDTW - LIR
2 stops27h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/216:50 amLIR - DTW
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$614
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/37:00 amDTW - LIR
3 stops25h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/104:52 pmLIR - DTW
2 stops34h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$716
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Sat 11/222:00 pmDTW - LIR
1 stop25h 02mWestJet
Sun 11/302:55 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop21h 39mWestJet
Deal found 3/31$2,852

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

11:03 am-11:33 am

2 stops26h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

12:28 pm-11:15 am

1 stop20h 47m

$282

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/13

12:20 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops11h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

11:32 am-9:10 am

1 stop19h 38m

$322

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/14

6:03 am-1:26 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Liberia

Wed 5/21

12:45 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$405

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/15

8:20 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Liberia

Thu 5/22

1:20 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$425

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/5

6:30 am-11:41 am

1 stop7h 11m

Liberia

Mon 8/11

1:04 pm-12:31 am

1 stop9h 27m

$445

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/14

10:31 am-12:24 pm

2 stops27h 53m

Liberia

Wed 5/21

7:55 am-12:27 am

3 stops38h 32m

$602

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

7:00 am-6:20 am

3 stops25h 20m

Liberia

Sat 5/10

4:52 pm-5:11 am

2 stops34h 19m

$716

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop8h 18m

$103

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

9:58 pm-11:33 am

2 stops15h 35m

$159

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

5:20 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 27m

$187

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Deals found on 3/31

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Detroit 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 DTT to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 April 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit 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 April 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Costa Rica, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 Detroit to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $103. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Costa Rica for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Detroit 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 7 airlines flying from Detroit to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$266Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$281Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$380Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$444Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$507Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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