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$292+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) 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 10/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$375
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$292
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$686
From Des Moines to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/3010:41 amDSM - SJO
1 stop25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/61:19 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops25h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 12/42:56 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/71:19 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/153:35 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops21h 40mSouthwest
Wed 11/199:00 amSJO - DSM
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/153:39 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop22h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/191:23 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$555
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:31 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/203:16 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$566
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/93:41 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/161:23 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop10h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$571
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 12/15:00 amDSM - LIR
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/101:19 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:50 pmDSM - LIR
2 stops18h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/148:35 amLIR - DSM
1 stop13h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:05 amDSM - LIR
1 stop12h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/232:20 pmLIR - DSM
2 stops20h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$599
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 12/105:00 amDSM - LIR
1 stop9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/141:25 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:00 amDSM - LIR
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/233:13 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop25h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$610
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 12/126:50 pmDSM - LIR
2 stops18h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/212:20 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$615

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Costa Rica

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Depart

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Price

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

10:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop25h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

1:19 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$375

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

2:56 pm-12:21 am

1 stop9h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/6

1:16 am-10:21 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$392

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:35 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops21h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

9:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$544

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:39 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

1:23 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$555

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

3:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop7h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/20

3:16 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$566

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

3:41 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/16

1:23 pm-12:21 am

1 stop10h 58m

$571

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

5:26 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops18h 52m

Liberia

Wed 12/10

1:19 pm-8:14 am

2 stops18h 55m

$579

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

5:45 am-4:08 pm

1 stop10h 23m

Liberia

Sun 12/14

8:35 am-10:29 pm

1 stop13h 54m

$595

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

6:57 pm-1:37 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Liberia

Sat 1/31

2:59 pm-8:58 am

1 stop17h 59m

$595

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

5:07 am-2:27 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Liberia

Mon 1/12

3:55 pm-11:12 am

2 stops19h 17m

$599

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 DSM to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines 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 September 16, 2025.

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

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 September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $595, American Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Des Moines in 10h 23m. The distance between Des Moines and Costa Rica is about 2193 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $292. Delta flights start at $297 while deals on United Airlines start at $360 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 Des Moines to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$289Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$525Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$530Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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