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$131+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$319
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$131
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

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 22, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/35:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/101:41 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops43h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$319
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.
Mon 3/2410:15 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/18:09 amSJO - DTW
2 stops11h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$340
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 2/268:35 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop25h 50mAir Canada
Fri 3/78:55 amSJO - DTW
1 stop23h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$418
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.
Fri 4/1810:50 amDTW - LIR
1 stop28h 20mAir Canada
Wed 4/232:30 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop17h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$475
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip 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 2/20$521
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 amDTW - LIR
1 stop11h 16mJetBlue
Sat 11/812:42 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop9h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$568
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 12/67:57 pmDTW - LIR
1 stop17h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/123:10 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$609
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/186:50 amDTW - LIR
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Tue 3/251:06 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 2/22$659
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/69:15 amDTW - LIR
2 stops10h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/41:20 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$691
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 3/144:49 pmDTW - LIR
2 stops25h 14mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/196:06 pmLIR - DTW
2 stops43h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$743
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/249:30 pmDTW - LIR
2 stops17h 35mSouthwest
Sun 3/303:05 pmLIR - DTW
2 stops17h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$993

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 22, 2025.

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Detroit

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/17

7:52 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

11:55 am-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$318

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/24

10:15 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

12:50 am-11:24 pm

1 stop20h 34m

$319

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/18

10:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Liberia

Wed 4/23

2:30 pm-10:03 am

1 stop17h 33m

$475

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

$521

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/18

6:50 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 51m

Liberia

Tue 3/25

1:06 pm-12:52 am

1 stop9h 46m

$659

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/18

7:58 pm-11:40 am

2 stops17h 42m

Liberia

Tue 3/25

2:11 pm-9:07 am

2 stops16h 56m

$663

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/6

9:15 am-6:30 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Liberia

Sun 5/4

1:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$691

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/14

4:49 pm-4:03 pm

2 stops25h 14m

Liberia

Wed 3/19

6:06 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops43h 58m

$743

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/24

9:30 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops17h 35m

Liberia

Sun 3/30

3:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 05m

$993

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/11

5:10 am-11:50 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$131

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 22, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Detroit to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $131 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $239 and Delta from $377 one-way.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 22, 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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