$309+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Costa Rica
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Dec 14 — Dec 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Costa RicaExplore 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 14, 2026.
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 14, 2026.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/28:00 am -
2 stops15h 15m
Wed 12/95:35 am -
2 stops11h 28m
Deal found 11/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/83:20 pm -
2 stops46h 35m
Mon 12/144:15 pm -
2 stops24h 59m
Deal found 11/12![Avianca logo]()
$738
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/83:20 pm -
2 stops46h 35m
Wed 12/165:35 am -
2 stops26h 21m
Deal found 11/11![Avianca logo]()
$740
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/66:40 am -
2 stops14h 11m
Sun 12/136:07 am -
1 stop17h 52m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$743
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Tue 12/88:00 am -
1 stop12h 39m
Wed 12/162:25 pm -
1 stop7h 56m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$755
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 11/307:45 am -
2 stops15h 04m
Mon 12/141:42 pm -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 11/14![American Airlines logo]()
$763
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/27:08 pm -
2 stops19h 44m
Wed 12/91:42 pm -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$771
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/82:58 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Thu 12/172:37 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 11/13![Delta logo]()
$784
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 11/2710:04 am -
1 stop12h 45m
Mon 11/3012:37 am -
1 stop8h 57m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$805
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 11/158:30 pm -
2 stops18h 05m
Sat 11/211:14 pm -
1 stop8h 54m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$822
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/25:05 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Wed 12/97:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 11/14![Delta logo]()
$843
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/167:31 pm -
2 stops16h 59m
Wed 12/231:31 pm -
2 stops10h 27m
Deal found 11/14![American Airlines logo]()
$844
Best flights from Iowa to Costa RicaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 2/277:08 pm -
1 stop17h 44m
Sat 3/63:16 pm -
1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$647
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/98:00 am -
2 stops11h 53m
Tue 2/162:25 pm -
1 stop8h 05m
Deal found 11/14![United Airlines logo]()
$699
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/28:00 am -
2 stops15h 15m
Wed 12/95:35 am -
2 stops11h 28m
Deal found 11/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Thu 1/75:10 am -
1 stop7h 35m
Thu 1/141:50 pm -
1 stop9h 23m
Deal found 11/10![Delta logo]()
$727
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 1/261:41 pm -
2 stops22h 58m
Tue 3/163:20 pm -
1 stop17h 14m
Deal found 11/9![American Airlines logo]()
$699
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/28:00 am -
1 stop12h 39m
Sun 2/71:25 pm -
1 stop9h 49m
Deal found 11/13![United Airlines logo]()
$734
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/315:55 pm -
2 stops27h 54m
Mon 2/82:23 pm -
2 stops27h 06m
Deal found 11/13![Delta logo]()
$738
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 1/318:29 pm -
2 stops17h 31m
Sun 2/1412:25 am -
1 stop9h 16m
Deal found 11/9![American Airlines logo]()
$715
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Tue 3/1610:00 am -
2 stops10h 39m
Tue 3/237:45 am -
2 stops14h 18m
Deal found 11/12![United Airlines logo]()
$748
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/82:58 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Thu 12/172:37 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 11/12![Delta logo]()
$784
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 1/307:37 pm -
2 stops19h 05m
Thu 2/43:16 pm -
1 stop17h 58m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$727
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 1/75:00 am -
1 stop7h 56m
Mon 1/112:20 pm -
2 stops20h 03m
Deal found 11/12![United Airlines logo]()
$763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/810:30 am -
2 stops11h 47m
Wed 12/167:00 am -
1 stop11h 08m
Deal found 11/11![Delta logo]()
$788
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 1/78:29 pm -
2 stops18h 13m
Thu 1/143:42 pm -
2 stops22h 26m
Deal found 11/12![American Airlines logo]()
$731
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 1/195:30 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Tue 1/262:00 pm -
1 stop8h 38m
Deal found 11/10![Delta logo]()
$803
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/28:00 am -
1 stop12h 39m
Wed 2/108:45 am -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 11/13![United Airlines logo]()
$819
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 1/48:27 pm -
2 stops17h 29m
Tue 1/123:56 pm -
2 stops20h 31m
Deal found 11/9![American Airlines logo]()
$757
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 1/45:00 am -
2 stops14h 53m
Mon 1/111:15 am -
2 stops21h 59m
Deal found 11/9![United Airlines logo]()
$823
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 2/277:42 pm -
2 stops18h 44m
Sat 3/63:16 pm -
2 stops17h 48m
Deal found 11/12![American Airlines logo]()
$759
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Wed 1/63:00 pm -
1 stop29h 39m
Wed 1/131:25 pm -
1 stop9h 49m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$833
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 11/307:45 am -
2 stops15h 04m
Mon 12/141:42 pm -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 11/14![American Airlines logo]()
$763
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Wed 3/106:35 am -
2 stops14h 04m
Wed 3/177:45 am -
2 stops24h 26m
Deal found 11/12![United Airlines logo]()
$853
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 3/77:08 pm -
1 stop17h 44m
Sat 3/131:24 pm -
2 stops19h 17m
Deal found 11/9![American Airlines logo]()
$803
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Sun 4/2512:34 pm -
2 stops22h 37m
Wed 4/2812:44 pm -
2 stops31h 30m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$865
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 1/197:50 pm -
2 stops16h 49m
Tue 1/261:39 pm -
1 stop9h 17m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$807
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Thu 1/216:30 pm -
2 stops18h 40m
Mon 1/252:06 pm -
1 stop9h 08m
Deal found 11/9![United Airlines logo]()
$867
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 3/107:18 am -
1 stop8h 02m
Wed 3/1712:30 pm -
2 stops19h 34m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$844
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 11/276:50 pm -
1 stop17h 45m
Tue 12/111:28 pm -
2 stops15h 03m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$896
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/205:30 pm -
2 stops26h 23m
Mon 4/58:45 am -
2 stops32h 34m
Deal found 11/13![United Airlines logo]()
$941
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 3/195:30 pm -
2 stops43h 30m
Mon 4/511:13 am -
2 stops30h 06m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,129
Last-minute flights from Iowa to Costa RicaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica. Data last updated November 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Iowa to Costa Rica. Data last updated November 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 11/158:30 pm -
2 stops18h 05m
Sat 11/211:14 pm -
1 stop8h 54m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$822
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 11/2710:04 am -
1 stop12h 45m
Mon 11/3012:37 am -
1 stop8h 57m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$805
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 11/307:45 am -
2 stops15h 04m
Mon 12/141:42 pm -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 11/14![American Airlines logo]()
$763
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/28:00 am -
2 stops15h 15m
Wed 12/95:35 am -
2 stops11h 28m
Deal found 11/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/27:08 pm -
2 stops19h 44m
Wed 12/91:42 pm -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$771
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/25:05 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Wed 12/97:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 11/14![Delta logo]()
$843
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/66:40 am -
2 stops14h 11m
Sun 12/136:07 am -
1 stop17h 52m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$743
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/83:20 pm -
2 stops46h 35m
Mon 12/144:15 pm -
2 stops24h 59m
Deal found 11/12![Avianca logo]()
$738
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/83:20 pm -
2 stops46h 35m
Wed 12/165:35 am -
2 stops26h 21m
Deal found 11/11![Avianca logo]()
$740
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Tue 12/88:00 am -
1 stop12h 39m
Wed 12/162:25 pm -
1 stop7h 56m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$755
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/82:58 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Wed 12/162:37 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 11/12![Delta logo]()
$784
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/810:30 am -
2 stops11h 47m
Thu 12/172:37 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 11/12![Delta logo]()
$788
One-way flights from Iowa to Costa RicaSearch for one-way flight options from Iowa to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Iowa to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Tue 3/235:29 pm -
2 stops19h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 3/297:36 pm -
2 stops18h 47m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 3/205:28 pm -
1 stop30h 29m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/151:50 pm -
2 stops22h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/10![Southwest logo]()
$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/207:00 pm -
2 stops19h 10m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![Southwest logo]()
$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/157:00 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![United Airlines logo]()
$364
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1211:27 am -
2 stops11h 48m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/306:50 pm -
2 stops18h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![United Airlines logo]()
$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 1/221:42 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$404
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/236:06 pm -
3 stops39h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Tue 12/297:43 pm -
1 stop17h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![American Airlines logo]()
$412
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/155:40 am -
2 stops15h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/13![Southwest logo]()
$418
Find 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 14, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $451 (BusinessClass) |
One-way from | $309 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $849 |
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Des MoinesSan José
DSM Des Moines - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sat 3/20
5:28 pm-10:57 pm
1 stop30h 29m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$319
Des MoinesSan José
DSM Des Moines - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sat 3/20
7:00 pm-1:10 pm
2 stops19h 10m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$353
Des MoinesSan José
DSM Des Moines - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Mon 3/15
7:00 pm-11:15 am
1 stop17h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$364
Cedar RapidsSan José
CID Cedar Rapids - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
CIDSJO
Cedar Rapids
Mon 11/30
6:50 pm-1:22 pm
2 stops18h 32m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$386
Des MoinesSan José
DSM Des Moines - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Fri 1/22
6:00 am-8:59 pm
2 stops14h 59m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$404
Des MoinesSan José
DSM Des Moines - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Fri 1/22
1:42 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop8h 18m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$404
Des MoinesLiberia
DSM Des Moines - LIR Liberia
DSMLIR
Des Moines
Tue 12/29
7:43 pm-1:00 pm
1 stop17h 17m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$412
Des MoinesLiberia
DSM Des Moines - LIR Liberia
DSMLIR
Des Moines
Mon 3/29
6:10 am-2:27 pm
1 stop9h 17m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$412
Des MoinesLiberia
DSM Des Moines - LIR Liberia
DSMLIR
Des Moines
Sun 12/13
3:20 pm-11:54 am
2 stops20h 34m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$412
Des MoinesSan José
DSM Des Moines - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Mon 3/15
5:40 am-7:40 pm
2 stops15h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$418
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica (average of $578). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $924). 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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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$373 | Average$746 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$389 | Average$759 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$648 | Average$897 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |