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$125+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SJO
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Costa Rica

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Round-trip from

$327
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$125
(FlightHub)
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/264:23 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop19h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/101:41 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop26h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 5/177:11 amMCI - SJO
1 stop16h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/231:50 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop18h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$427
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sat 4/265:45 amMCI - LIR
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Wed 4/301:02 pmLIR - MCI
1 stop9h 57mDelta
Deal found 3/3$437
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/266:37 pmMCI - LIR
2 stops17h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/112:25 pmLIR - MCI
2 stops19h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 3/306:45 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/612:26 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$472
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 6/256:36 pmMCI - LIR
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/23:25 pmLIR - MCI
2 stops16h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$473
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sun 10/126:00 amMCI - SJO
1 stop6h 48mDelta
Wed 10/221:13 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/2$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 3/127:40 amMCI - SJO
2 stops12h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/185:30 amSJO - MCI
1 stop27h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$530
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Fri 4/117:25 amMCI - SJO
2 stops13h 15mSouthwest
Mon 4/211:10 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/3$572
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 4/87:28 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops29h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/141:22 amSJO - MCI
2 stops16h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$739
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sun 8/248:05 pmMCI - LIR
3 stops25h 10mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/3110:00 amLIR - MCI
2 stops26h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$865
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/125:50 pmMCI - LIR
2 stops19h 34mWestJet
Sat 8/161:25 pmLIR - MCI
2 stops19h 54mWestJet
Deal found 3/2$2,839

Find flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 March 3, 2025.

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Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sat 4/26

4:23 pm-10:24 am

1 stop19h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

1:41 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop26h 57m

$327

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sat 5/17

7:11 am-10:24 pm

1 stop16h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

1:50 pm-8:56 am

1 stop18h 06m

$427

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sat 4/26

5:45 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Liberia

Wed 4/30

1:02 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$437

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sat 4/26

6:37 pm-11:34 am

2 stops17h 57m

Liberia

Thu 5/1

12:25 pm-8:51 am

2 stops19h 26m

$441

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sun 3/30

6:45 pm-11:15 am

2 stops17h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/6

12:26 pm-3:26 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$472

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sat 4/5

6:45 pm-11:53 am

1 stop18h 08m

Liberia

Fri 4/11

3:25 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$531

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sun 6/29

6:29 pm-10:11 am

2 stops16h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/8

5:30 am-10:29 am

2 stops27h 59m

$553

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Fri 4/11

7:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops13h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/21

1:10 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$572

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sun 5/25

5:50 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/31

7:25 am-11:23 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$620

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Tue 4/8

7:28 pm-12:12 am

2 stops29h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/14

1:22 am-6:48 pm

2 stops16h 26m

$739

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Kansas City 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 MCI to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 3, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City 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 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
9,710 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Costa Rica?

    Kansas City (MCI) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica. It is only a 17.4 mi journey to Kansas City (MCI) from Kansas City’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Costa Rica one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $125. Users have also found prices from $166 and $233 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Kansas City 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 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$253Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$338Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$402Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$418Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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