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$159+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated November 26, 2025.

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3 stars

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Round-trip from

$284
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$159
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$601
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Mon 12/88:15 amOMA - LIR
1 stop10h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/138:35 amLIR - OMA
1 stop10h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$435
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/95:50 amCID - SJO
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Wed 12/172:31 pmSJO - CID
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/25$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Mon 12/86:00 amOMA - SJO
1 stop14h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/168:45 amSJO - OMA
1 stop13h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Tue 12/96:04 amCID - SJO
2 stops16h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/177:00 amSJO - CID
2 stops13h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/136:00 amOMA - SJO
1 stop16h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/1912:34 amSJO - OMA
1 stop18h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$506
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Fri 12/55:09 amMLI - SJO
1 stop16h 02mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/122:56 pmSJO - MLI
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$534
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 11/289:05 amOMA - SJO
2 stops11h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/22:20 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$566
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - SJO
2 stops27h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2812:39 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$568
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 11/286:00 amOMA - SJO
2 stops17h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/27:00 amSJO - OMA
2 stops15h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/315:07 amDSM - LIR
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/71:46 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$600
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Wed 12/244:37 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/281:31 pmSJO - OMA
2 stops19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$654
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:00 amOMA - SJO
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/32:20 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/26$656

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/18

12:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-9:16 pm

1 stop14h 16m

$352

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/16

6:05 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

3:04 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$352

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

6:48 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

6:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$352

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

5:49 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops28h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

2:25 pm-10:17 am

2 stops19h 52m

$356

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/9

10:05 am-10:30 pm

1 stop12h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

7:09 am-6:02 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$377

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/10

10:08 am-10:30 pm

1 stop12h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/16

7:09 am-6:08 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$377

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

5:49 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops28h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-9:41 am

2 stops26h 41m

$381

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/25

6:10 am-7:44 pm

2 stops13h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

6:38 am-4:50 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$381

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

10:21 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

7:00 am-4:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$381

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

6:24 am-10:15 pm

2 stops15h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

2:25 pm-10:17 am

2 stops19h 52m

$381

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica (average of $277). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in October is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 IA to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 November 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Iowa to Costa Rica at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Iowa to Costa Rica in just under 7h 59m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 09m. Iowa and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2276 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Costa Rica are American Airlines ($160), Delta ($187), and United Airlines ($217).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica (average of $277). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in October is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 Iowa to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$251Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$497Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$525Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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