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$351+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines (DSM)

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Des Moines

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$688
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$351
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$532
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 6/125:30 amSJO - DSM
1 stop15h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/156:17 amDSM - SJO
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$688
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 6/128:45 amSJO - DSM
2 stops14h 05mSouthwest
Sun 6/156:05 amDSM - SJO
2 stops14h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$833
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/127:55 amSJO - DSM
2 stops29h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/158:00 amDSM - SJO
3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$2,482

Find flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

5:30 am-10:22 pm

1 stop15h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 6/15

6:17 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$688

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

8:45 am-11:50 pm

2 stops14h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 6/15

6:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 35m

$833

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

7:55 am-2:42 pm

2 stops29h 47m

Des Moines

Sun 6/15

8:00 am-11:35 pm

3 stops40h 35m

$2,482

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

5:30 am-10:20 am

2 stops27h 50m

$351

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/12

11:59 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop17h 33m

$356

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/11

1:55 am-9:22 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$2,990

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Deals found on 2/19

Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Costa Rica to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 CR to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to Des Moines, 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 Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,435 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from Costa Rica?

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from Costa Rica. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $351. Users have also found prices from $356 and $2,990 on American Airlines and Avianca, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Des Moines 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 Costa Rica to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Costa Rica to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 2 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$396Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$459Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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