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$233+ 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 6/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$330
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$233
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$621
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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 April 24, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/2810:32 amDSM - SJO
2 stops26h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/412:28 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/286:14 pmOMA - LIR
1 stop18h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/412:20 pmLIR - OMA
2 stops19h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/307:30 pmCID - LIR
2 stops18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/312:45 pmLIR - CID
2 stops22h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$399
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 6/17:03 pmCID - SJO
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/611:32 amSJO - CID
1 stop27h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$411
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/241:13 pmOMA - SJO
2 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2811:32 amSJO - OMA
1 stop21h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$495
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/2012:43 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2711:59 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 11/177:31 pmCID - SJO
2 stops18h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/276:29 amSJO - CID
2 stops17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/305:30 amCID - LIR
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Tue 6/31:25 pmLIR - CID
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/23$504
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 8/197:07 amDSM - SJO
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/237:40 amSJO - DSM
1 stop14h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$526
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Sat 5/105:55 amCID - SJO
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Sat 5/171:24 pmSJO - CID
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/23$531
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 10/105:35 amOMA - SJO
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Sat 10/251:13 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop9h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/23$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/85:00 amDSM - LIR
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/1512:35 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$545

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

10:32 am-11:33 am

2 stops26h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

12:28 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops33h 09m

$374

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/28

6:14 pm-11:20 am

1 stop18h 06m

Liberia

Wed 6/4

12:20 pm-8:57 am

2 stops19h 37m

$399

Cedar RapidsLiberia

CID - LIR

CIDLIR

Cedar Rapids

Fri 5/30

7:30 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Liberia

Tue 6/3

12:45 pm-11:47 am

2 stops22h 02m

$399

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/1

7:03 pm-11:33 am

2 stops17h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/6

11:32 am-4:23 pm

1 stop27h 51m

$411

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/24

1:13 pm-11:15 am

2 stops23h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

11:32 am-10:25 am

1 stop21h 53m

$495

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/20

12:43 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

11:59 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$496

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/8

5:13 am-10:04 pm

1 stop17h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/17

6:10 am-11:57 pm

2 stops16h 47m

$502

Cedar RapidsLiberia

CID - LIR

CIDLIR

Cedar Rapids

Fri 5/30

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Liberia

Tue 6/3

1:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$504

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

7:07 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/23

7:40 am-10:41 pm

1 stop14h 01m

$526

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/10

5:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

1:24 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$531

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Iowa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Costa Rica

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 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 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 April 24, 2025.

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 April 24, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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 ($233), Southwest ($239), and United Airlines ($257).

  • 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.

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  • 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 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$289Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$449Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$470Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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