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$158+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SJO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minneapolis to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$303
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$158
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$702

Good round-trip deal

$384 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/78:00 amMSP - SJO
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/147:55 amSJO - MSP
1 stop13h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/79:20 amMSP - SJO
2 stops13h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/146:03 amSJO - MSP
2 stops16h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/95:26 amMSP - SJO
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Wed 5/211:24 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/16$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/136:36 amMSP - SJO
1 stop28h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2111:32 amSJO - MSP
1 stop31h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$346
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Thu 5/12:45 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops21h 33mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/812:28 pmSJO - MSP
2 stops24h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$400
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 11/226:00 amMSP - SJO
1 stop16h 25mAir Canada
Sat 12/69:00 amSJO - MSP
1 stop11h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 4/15$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 4/235:18 pmMSP - LIR
2 stops19h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/301:05 pmLIR - MSP
1 stop8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 4/231:53 pmMSP - LIR
1 stop22h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/302:05 pmLIR - MSP
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$421
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 4/255:20 amMSP - LIR
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Thu 5/11:02 pmLIR - MSP
1 stop10h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/16$533
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1510:15 amMSP - LIR
Nonstop5h 39mSun Country Air
Sat 11/224:55 pmLIR - MSP
Nonstop5h 34mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/17$585
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 7/305:00 amMSP - LIR
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Sun 8/32:05 pmLIR - MSP
2 stops18h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$601
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 9/181:05 pmMSP - LIR
2 stops18h 15mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/2311:20 amLIR - MSP
3 stops25h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$614

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/7

5:30 am-7:37 pm

2 stops15h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

7:55 am-10:53 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$303

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/7

9:20 am-10:17 pm

2 stops13h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

6:03 am-11:30 pm

2 stops16h 27m

$307

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/9

5:26 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

1:24 pm-12:39 am

1 stop10h 15m

$313

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/13

6:36 am-10:27 am

1 stop28h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

11:32 am-8:23 pm

1 stop31h 51m

$346

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/1

2:45 pm-11:18 am

2 stops21h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

12:28 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$400

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/20

1:10 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

8:00 am-7:39 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$418

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Liberia

Sat 5/3

2:17 pm-9:52 am

1 stop18h 35m

$481

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/30

5:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Liberia

Sun 8/3

2:05 pm-9:20 am

2 stops18h 15m

$601

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/18

1:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops18h 15m

Liberia

Tue 9/23

11:20 am-1:28 pm

3 stops25h 08m

$614

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/12

5:15 am-11:41 am

1 stop7h 26m

Liberia

Tue 8/19

1:04 pm-12:22 am

1 stop10h 18m

$683

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Minneapolis to Costa Rica as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Minneapolis to Costa Rica. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Costa Rica?

    Located just 7.3 mi from the city center, Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Minneapolis.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minneapolis to Costa Rica are Spirit Airlines ($181), Air Canada ($188), and American Airlines ($191).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$186Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Sun Country AirCheapest$222Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$254Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$257Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$387Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$413Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$443Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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