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$160+ 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$373
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$160
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$558
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Find flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica

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 January 15, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/11:38 pm
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop7h 29m
American Airlines
Thu 3/53:20 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop8h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/43:22 pm
CID
-
SJO
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Wed 2/117:09 am
SJO
-
CID
1 stop10h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$373
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sun 2/157:27 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops16h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 2/911:09 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops48h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 2/57:10 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop15h 20m
American Airlines
Thu 2/1212:35 am
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/15:35 am
OMA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 29m
Delta
Wed 5/61:25 pm
SJO
-
OMA
1 stop9h 40m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sun 4/267:38 pm
OMA
-
SJO
2 stops16h 47m
American Airlines
Sat 5/211:35 pm
SJO
-
OMA
1 stop8h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:22 pm
CID
-
SJO
2 stops17h 13m
American Airlines
Sat 5/911:35 pm
SJO
-
CID
1 stop11h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sun 2/153:32 pm
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/251:31 pm
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops24h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$421
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Fri 2/138:38 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops39h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Wed 2/111:59 pm
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop21h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$431
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sat 2/1410:15 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$445

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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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

6:05 am-8:12 pm

1 stop14h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

7:00 am-11:28 pm

1 stop16h 28m

$373

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

5:00 am-9:07 pm

1 stop16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

8:00 am-11:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$378

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/4

6:25 am-10:30 pm

2 stops16h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

7:09 am-3:46 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$378

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

7:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

7:00 am-11:40 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$393

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/1

5:35 am-12:04 pm

1 stop7h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

1:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 40m

$404

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/26

7:38 pm-11:25 am

2 stops16h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/2

11:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop8h 25m

$409

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

3:30 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

7:45 am-7:16 pm

2 stops34h 31m

$449

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/16

7:00 am-8:12 pm

1 stop13h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

12:35 am-8:57 am

1 stop8h 22m

$455

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

7:09 am-5:02 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$455

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/1

3:22 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

7:09 am-10:24 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$455

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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 $236). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $595). 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.

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?

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Iowa to Costa Rica in just under 7h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 40m. 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 Delta ($259), United Airlines ($285), and American Airlines ($295).

  • 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 $236). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $595). 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$389Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$525Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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