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$104+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SJO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kansas City to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$253
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$104
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$597
From Kansas City to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:15 amMCI - SJO
1 stop10h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/287:30 amSJO - MCI
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$253
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/124:23 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/1911:27 amSJO - MCI
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:36 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop17h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/201:23 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:45 amMCI - SJO
1 stop13h 10mSouthwest
Tue 9/238:50 amSJO - MCI
1 stop12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amMCI - LIR
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Thu 12/112:10 pmLIR - MCI
1 stop9h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/30$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/196:16 pmMCI - LIR
2 stops18h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/262:00 pmLIR - MCI
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:15 amMCI - LIR
1 stop12h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2612:30 pmLIR - MCI
1 stop9h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$467
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:00 amMCI - LIR
3 stops24h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/2011:20 amLIR - MCI
2 stops27h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$513

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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Costa Rica

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Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Fri 9/26

5:15 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/28

7:30 am-11:07 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$253

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Tue 8/12

4:23 pm-11:12 am

2 stops19h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/19

11:27 am-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$310

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Mon 9/22

8:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

7:55 am-4:41 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$366

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Tue 9/16

6:45 am-6:55 pm

1 stop13h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

8:50 am-9:50 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$367

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Sat 9/13

6:26 pm-11:12 am

2 stops17h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

7:27 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$370

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Liberia

Tue 8/26

2:00 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$385

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Thu 9/11

6:29 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 41m

Liberia

Thu 9/18

1:20 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$468

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Tue 9/16

7:00 am-6:20 am

3 stops24h 20m

Liberia

Sat 9/20

11:20 am-4:01 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$513

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sun 8/3

5:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Liberia

Fri 8/8

1:25 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$885

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Thu 9/25

2:55 pm-6:28 am

2 stops16h 33m

Liberia

Mon 9/29

9:50 am-3:10 pm

3 stops28h 20m

$1,212

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Kansas City 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 MCI to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City 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 July 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica?

    Kansas City (MCI) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica. It is only a 17.4 mi journey to Kansas City (MCI) from Kansas City’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $165. Users have also found prices from $176 and $219 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Kansas City 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 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$272Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$352Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$381Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$436Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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