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$137+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$325
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$137
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

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April

Average price

$607
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/255:42 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/511:55 amSJO - DTW
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 3/298:48 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop16h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/511:55 amSJO - DTW
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$335
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/810:50 amDTW - LIR
1 stop28h 20mAir Canada
Wed 4/162:30 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop27h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$454
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 4/1811:17 pmDTW - LIR
1 stop16h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/236:40 pmLIR - DTW
2 stops24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$510
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Sat 12/67:57 pmDTW - LIR
1 stop17h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/121:40 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$609
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Tue 3/186:50 amDTW - LIR
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Tue 3/251:06 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 2/20$659
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Tue 4/88:30 amDTW - LIR
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/151:20 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$700
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/54:49 pmDTW - LIR
3 stops26h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/128:00 amLIR - DTW
2 stops29h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$766

Find flights from Detroit to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:10 am-10:24 am

1 stop7h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

12:55 am-9:12 pm

1 stop18h 17m

$323

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

6:35 am-6:55 pm

2 stops14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/19

12:26 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$335

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/2

8:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop25h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

8:55 am-9:36 am

1 stop23h 41m

$428

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/8

10:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Liberia

Wed 4/16

2:30 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop27h 13m

$454

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/18

11:17 pm-1:48 pm

1 stop16h 31m

Liberia

Wed 4/23

6:40 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$510

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/19

5:10 am-11:13 am

1 stop8h 03m

Liberia

Wed 3/26

2:05 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 29m

$658

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/18

6:50 am-1:20 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Liberia

Tue 3/25

1:06 pm-12:52 am

1 stop9h 46m

$659

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/8

8:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Liberia

Tue 4/15

1:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$700

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/5

4:49 pm-5:52 pm

3 stops26h 03m

Liberia

Wed 3/12

8:00 am-3:53 pm

2 stops29h 53m

$766

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/20

9:28 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 57m

$137

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Costa Rica

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

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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Costa Rica, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,801 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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 $137. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and Delta, 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$265Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Air CanadaCheapest$380Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$393Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$481Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$507Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$512Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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