Costa Rica

$202+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Costa Rica

DTW — SJO
Dec 2 — Dec 91
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Costa Rica

Tue 12/86:20 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Tue 12/153:10 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 11/2$420
Sat 10/316:20 pm -
1 stop21h 50m
Sat 11/73:10 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 10/29$426
Wed 11/46:20 pm -
2 stops21h 00m
Fri 11/133:10 pm -
1 stop25h 26m
Deal found 10/29$430
Mon 12/76:20 pm -
2 stops21h 00m
Thu 12/103:10 pm -
1 stop25h 26m
Deal found 11/1$434
Mon 11/236:20 pm -
2 stops21h 00m
Sun 12/63:10 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 10/31$449
Tue 12/16:20 pm -
2 stops21h 00m
Tue 12/83:20 pm -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 10/31$516
Thu 12/248:25 pm -
1 stop17h 16m
Mon 12/283:31 pm -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 10/31$529
Sun 12/68:01 pm -
2 stops30h 24m
Sat 12/129:30 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 10/30$569
Wed 12/92:31 pm -
2 stops35h 54m
Wed 12/169:30 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 10/29$592
Mon 12/79:33 pm -
2 stops35h 57m
Sat 12/129:30 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 10/30$598
Thu 12/106:00 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Mon 12/1412:50 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 10/28$604
Tue 12/810:00 am -
1 stop23h 30m
Sat 12/129:30 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 10/30$614

Find flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$420
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$202
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$926

Good round-trip deal

$908 or less

Good one-way deal

$787 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Costa Rica.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Costa Rica.

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DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/13

5:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$275

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/11

5:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$275

DetroitLiberia

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LIR Liberia

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/9

6:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$279

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/5

6:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$282

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/14

5:45 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$288
Quickest round-trip

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/7

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$290

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/8

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$290

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/16

5:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$296

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/9

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$301

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/6

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$303

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica (average of $635). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 26 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $608, JetBlue can have you in Costa Rica from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 7h. Airlines will cover a distance of 2226 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $199 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $215 and Southwest from $292 one-way.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica (average of $635). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 Detroit to Costa Rica

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$273Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
JetBlueCheapest$362Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$492Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$690Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$720Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$725Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$825Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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