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$262+ 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sat 7/5
Sat 7/12
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 June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$392
(Delta)

One-way from

$262
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$772
From Iowa to Costa Rica
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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 June 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 11/410:55 amOMA - SJO
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/117:00 amSJO - OMA
1 stop15h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$392
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Mon 9/155:57 amCID - SJO
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Wed 9/241:35 pmSJO - CID
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/28$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/156:38 pmMLI - SJO
2 stops24h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/247:21 amSJO - MLI
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/155:56 pmCID - SJO
2 stops18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/247:21 amSJO - CID
1 stop14h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$396
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Mon 9/85:15 amOMA - LIR
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Thu 9/111:25 pmLIR - OMA
1 stop9h 31mDelta
Deal found 6/29$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 9/215:57 amCID - LIR
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Thu 9/251:25 pmLIR - CID
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/29$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Mon 9/225:57 amMLI - LIR
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Tue 9/231:25 pmLIR - MLI
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/29$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 9/85:24 pmOMA - LIR
2 stops19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/1112:49 pmLIR - OMA
2 stops23h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$423
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 9/209:59 amCID - LIR
1 stop28h 02mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/252:01 pmLIR - CID
2 stops21h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$431
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:15 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2112:18 pmSJO - DSM
3 stops33h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Sat 9/275:35 amOMA - SJO
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Tue 9/301:18 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/27$449
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sat 9/275:57 amMLI - SJO
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Tue 9/301:35 pmSJO - MLI
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/28$449

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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 June 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/15

5:57 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

1:35 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$392

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/15

6:38 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops24h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

7:21 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$396

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/15

5:56 pm-11:12 am

2 stops18h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

7:21 am-11:14 pm

1 stop14h 53m

$396

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/8

5:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Liberia

Thu 9/11

1:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$419

Cedar RapidsLiberia

CID - LIR

CIDLIR

Cedar Rapids

Sun 9/21

5:57 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Liberia

Tue 9/23

1:25 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$419

MolineLiberia

MLI - LIR

MLILIR

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/22

5:57 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Liberia

Tue 9/23

1:25 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$419

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/8

5:24 pm-11:49 am

2 stops19h 25m

Liberia

Thu 9/11

12:49 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops23h 23m

$423

Cedar RapidsLiberia

CID - LIR

CIDLIR

Cedar Rapids

Sat 9/20

9:59 am-1:01 pm

1 stop28h 02m

Liberia

Thu 9/25

2:01 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops21h 06m

$431

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 8/14

7:15 pm-3:13 pm

2 stops20h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/21

12:18 pm-10:42 pm

3 stops33h 24m

$437

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/27

5:35 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

1:18 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$449

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Deals found on 6/28

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 June 30, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated June 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Iowa to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.

Related info for your journey

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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 $398). Flying from Iowa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 June 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$289Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$475Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$498Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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