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$105+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Tue 8/12
Tue 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated August 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$260
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$105
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$399
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:28 amDTW - SJO
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/911:37 amSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Tue 9/27:00 amDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/912:19 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Tue 9/26:28 amDTW - SJO
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/612:19 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops20h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$268
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Tue 9/97:05 amDTW - SJO
2 stops30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/187:30 amSJO - DTW
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Tue 9/26:28 amDTW - SJO
1 stop6h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/67:30 amSJO - DTW
3 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$278
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Fri 9/127:02 amDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/177:30 amSJO - DTW
2 stops22h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$280
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:41 amDTW - SJO
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3012:19 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$284
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:41 amDTW - SJO
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/121:19 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/4$285
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sun 8/317:00 amDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/712:19 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$286
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/207:05 amDTW - SJO
2 stops30h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops20h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/66:41 amDTW - SJO
1 stop6h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/1312:19 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Mon 9/17:00 amDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/87:30 amSJO - DTW
2 stops14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$293

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 August 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

11:37 am-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$260

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

7:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

12:19 pm-8:14 am

2 stops17h 55m

$265

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/6

12:19 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 08m

$268

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/9

7:05 am-11:14 am

2 stops30h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

7:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$269

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/6

7:30 am-10:10 am

3 stops24h 40m

$278

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/12

7:02 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

7:30 am-8:14 am

2 stops22h 44m

$280

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/24

6:41 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$284

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/4

6:41 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

1:19 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 06m

$285

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/7

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$286

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/20

7:05 am-11:14 am

2 stops30h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/27

12:19 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 08m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 August 7, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

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 August 7, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,987 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,915 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Costa Rica?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit 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 Detroit to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 August 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$289Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Air CanadaCheapest$380Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$411Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$489Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$507Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$573Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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