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$98+ 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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$547
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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 March 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/32:59 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 51mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/812:28 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/135:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2111:32 amSJO - DTW
1 stop22h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$289
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/410:50 amDTW - LIR
1 stop28h 45mAir Canada
Wed 4/162:30 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop17h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sun 6/86:00 amDTW - LIR
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1211:05 amLIR - DTW
1 stop10h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/38:19 amDTW - LIR
1 stop29h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/812:45 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$412
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 6/55:25 amDTW - LIR
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Mon 6/91:25 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/26$465
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/221:29 pmDTW - LIR
2 stops25h 32mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/291:20 pmLIR - DTW
3 stops27h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$613
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 12/64:40 pmDTW - LIR
2 stops26h 55mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/1211:00 amLIR - DTW
3 stops27h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$805

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

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Detroit

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Costa Rica

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

2:59 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

12:28 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 59m

$287

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop8h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

6:07 pm-11:15 am

2 stops39h 08m

$295

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/8

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop7h 24m

Liberia

Thu 6/12

3:40 pm-10:45 am

1 stop17h 05m

$405

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

8:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Liberia

Sun 5/4

1:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$487

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/4

5:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

8:45 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$514

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/17

10:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Liberia

Fri 4/25

2:30 pm-10:03 am

1 stop17h 33m

$608

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

1:29 pm-1:01 pm

2 stops25h 32m

Liberia

Tue 4/29

1:20 pm-6:47 pm

3 stops27h 27m

$613

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/10

7:00 am-6:20 am

3 stops25h 20m

Liberia

Sat 5/17

11:20 am-3:53 pm

2 stops26h 33m

$883

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/9

6:40 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Liberia

Fri 6/13

1:25 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 34m

$2,743

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop8h 18m

$98

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica

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 March 28, 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 March 28, 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
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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?

    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 $98 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $187 and United Airlines from $232 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$265Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Air CanadaCheapest$380Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$390Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$507Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$512Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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