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$223+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) to Costa Rica (CR0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/2512:42 pmCID - SJO
1 stop12h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/261:56 amSJO - CID
1 stop14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$550
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/142:45 pmOMA - LIR
2 stops22h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/2011:41 amLIR - OMA
2 stops11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$606
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/105:25 amCID - SJO
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sat 12/142:13 pmSJO - CID
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 11/21$606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/105:46 amCID - SJO
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/143:35 pmSJO - CID
2 stops19h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/52:24 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Thu 12/127:00 amSJO - DSM
1 stop10h 38mDelta
Deal found 11/21$623
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/55:25 pmOMA - SJO
2 stops43h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/82:20 pmSJO - OMA
2 stops33h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$628
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/103:15 pmCID - SJO
2 stops32h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1411:28 pmSJO - CID
2 stops21h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$628
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/55:03 amDSM - SJO
1 stop18h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/132:51 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$655
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/55:00 amOMA - SJO
1 stop18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/157:00 amSJO - OMA
1 stop16h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$706
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/65:50 pmDSM - LIR
2 stops18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/131:50 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$712
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/285:30 amOMA - SJO
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Tue 12/37:00 amSJO - OMA
1 stop10h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/20$736
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/58:00 amDSM - LIR
1 stop9h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/88:50 amLIR - DSM
1 stop13h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$767

Find flights from Iowa to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 1/15

5:55 am-8:50 pm

2 stops14h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/22

6:15 am-4:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$471

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/29

5:01 am-11:09 pm

1 stop18h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/5

2:47 pm-8:58 am

1 stop18h 11m

$498

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/8

4:33 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops19h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/14

7:30 am-10:27 pm

2 stops14h 57m

$503

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/14

7:00 am-8:50 pm

2 stops13h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/21

8:00 am-9:59 pm

2 stops13h 59m

$503

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/22

5:31 am-1:04 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Liberia

Tue 4/29

2:00 pm-8:59 am

1 stop17h 59m

$507

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Sat 4/26

2:13 pm-11:10 am

2 stops21h 57m

Liberia

Fri 5/2

2:35 pm-10:06 am

2 stops18h 31m

$547

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 1/30

9:03 am-12:59 am

2 stops15h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/2

1:57 am-6:22 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$552

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 1/18

6:45 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/23

6:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$566

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/8

8:55 am-8:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/16

9:55 am-10:50 pm

2 stops12h 55m

$588

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/29

11:26 am-4:08 pm

3 stops28h 42m

Liberia

Tue 2/4

8:50 am-8:29 pm

2 stops11h 39m

$602

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $531). 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 IA to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 November 21, 2024.

When flying from Iowa 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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Iowa 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,779 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Costa Rica are American Airlines ($230), Delta ($272), and United Airlines ($300).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $531). 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 Iowa to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$394Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$438Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$486Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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