Costa Rica

$197+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Costa Rica

DTT — SJO
Dec 10 — Dec 171
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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 11/9$420
Mon 12/76:20 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Thu 12/103:10 pm -
1 stop25h 26m
Deal found 11/4$430
Tue 11/176:20 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Tue 11/243:10 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 11/9$470
Mon 11/306:20 pm -
2 stops21h 00m
Mon 12/73:10 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 11/8$509
Sat 12/56:20 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Tue 12/83:10 pm -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 11/7$511
Thu 12/36:20 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Thu 12/103:10 pm -
1 stop25h 26m
Deal found 11/6$525
Wed 12/26:00 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Fri 12/1112:50 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 11/5$639
Thu 11/266:20 pm -
1 stop29h 10m
Mon 12/79:20 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 11/9$640
Sat 11/286:20 pm -
1 stop29h 10m
Wed 12/169:20 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 11/9$650
Sat 11/286:20 pm -
2 stops30h 30m
Mon 12/149:20 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 11/9$653
Wed 12/96:00 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Wed 12/1612:50 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 11/5$656
Sun 12/68:01 pm -
2 stops30h 24m
Sat 12/129:30 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 11/5$666

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Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$420
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$197
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$935

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 (DTT) to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Costa Rica.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) 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

Sun 2/28

5:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$245

DetroitSan José

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

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/31

6:37 pm-11:05 am

1 stop17h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$248

DetroitSan José

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

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/26

5:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$252

DetroitSan José

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

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/21

5:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$278

DetroitLiberia

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LIR Liberia

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/30

6:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

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 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

$286

DetroitLiberia

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LIR Liberia

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/6

7:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$287

DetroitLiberia

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LIR Liberia

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/5

8:35 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$287

DetroitLiberia

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LIR Liberia

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/23

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$287

DetroitLiberia

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - LIR Liberia

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/4

6:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$305

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Costa Rica

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of $610). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $939). 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 to Costa Rica?

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit 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 reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Detroit to Costa Rica. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $605, JetBlue can have you in Costa Rica from Detroit in 8h 39m. Detroit and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2188 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $199. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • 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 to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of $610). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $939). 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$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$492Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$720Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$738Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$745Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
GOLCheapest$825Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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