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$129+ 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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 May 1, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$129
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$534
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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 May 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Wed 5/282:45 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops21h 48mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/511:32 amSJO - MCI
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/2811:13 amMCI - SJO
1 stop12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/511:59 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop15h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$368
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/286:45 pmMCI - SJO
3 stops37h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/412:28 pmSJO - MCI
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/286:33 pmMCI - LIR
1 stop17h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/412:45 pmLIR - MCI
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 9/216:00 amMCI - LIR
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Sun 9/281:25 pmLIR - MCI
1 stop9h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/30$448
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/65:55 amMCI - SJO
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Wed 5/141:10 pmSJO - MCI
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/286:36 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops16h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/51:30 pmSJO - MCI
2 stops18h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/298:25 amMCI - LIR
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/41:20 pmLIR - MCI
2 stops20h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$472
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:20 pmMCI - SJO
2 stops31h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/31:06 amSJO - MCI
2 stops21h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 11/292:55 pmMCI - SJO
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Sat 12/68:26 amSJO - MCI
2 stops15h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/30$632
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:00 amMCI - LIR
3 stops24h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/2811:20 amLIR - MCI
2 stops27h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$789
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/1711:26 amMCI - LIR
2 stops25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/246:50 amLIR - MCI
3 stops38h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$813

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 May 1, 2025.
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

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

2:45 pm-11:33 am

2 stops21h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

11:32 am-10:41 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$287

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

11:13 am-10:17 pm

1 stop12h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

11:59 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop15h 57m

$368

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

6:45 pm-7:28 am

3 stops37h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

12:28 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$390

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

6:33 pm-11:20 am

1 stop17h 47m

Liberia

Wed 6/4

12:45 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$437

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sun 9/21

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Liberia

Sun 9/28

1:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$448

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

6:36 pm-10:11 am

2 stops16h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

1:30 pm-9:04 am

2 stops18h 34m

$462

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Tue 7/29

6:27 pm-10:00 am

2 stops16h 33m

Liberia

Mon 8/4

1:20 pm-10:35 am

2 stops20h 15m

$472

Kansas CitySan José

MCI - SJO

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

5:20 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops31h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

1:06 am-11:38 pm

2 stops21h 32m

$586

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sun 9/21

7:00 am-6:20 am

3 stops24h 20m

Liberia

Sun 9/28

11:20 am-4:01 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$789

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI - LIR

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sat 5/17

11:26 am-12:24 pm

2 stops25h 58m

Liberia

Sat 5/24

6:50 am-10:41 pm

3 stops38h 51m

$813

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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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 May 1, 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.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. 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
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 $129. Users have also found prices from $197 and $203 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$272Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$351Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$364Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$418Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$418Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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