Costa Rica

$187+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Costa Rica

MCI — SJO
Oct 9 — Oct 161
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica

Sat 11/285:20 pm -
2 stops19h 11m
Thu 12/31:33 pm -
1 stop10h 26m
Deal found 9/5$385
Sat 11/285:17 pm -
1 stop21h 03m
Wed 12/23:35 pm -
2 stops18h 01m
Deal found 9/5$395
Tue 10/136:53 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Tue 10/201:00 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
Deal found 9/7$418
Mon 11/97:04 pm -
2 stops17h 57m
Tue 11/172:01 pm -
2 stops18h 41m
Deal found 9/9$423
Mon 10/56:32 pm -
2 stops19h 46m
Tue 10/132:44 pm -
2 stops21h 21m
Deal found 9/6$425
Mon 11/305:20 am -
1 stop9h 11m
Mon 12/73:35 pm -
2 stops18h 43m
Deal found 9/5$432
Sat 10/37:01 am -
2 stops14h 06m
Tue 10/136:00 am -
2 stops17h 28m
Deal found 9/9$444
Fri 11/65:20 am -
1 stop8h 26m
Sat 11/146:20 am -
1 stop17h 39m
Deal found 9/5$460
Fri 10/238:01 am -
1 stop6h 42m
Fri 10/302:18 pm -
1 stop17h 39m
Deal found 9/7$461
Sat 12/126:44 pm -
1 stop19h 51m
Thu 12/173:15 pm -
1 stop9h 06m
Deal found 9/5$463
Sun 11/296:00 am -
1 stop16h 15m
Fri 12/47:00 am -
1 stop9h 34m
Deal found 9/4$532
Mon 11/305:20 am -
1 stop8h 26m
Sun 12/63:54 pm -
2 stops16h 48m
Deal found 9/4$533

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Costa Rica

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$385
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$187
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$597
Provider with most accurate pricing for Kansas City-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Kansas City to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026

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Kansas CityLiberia

MCI Kansas City - LIR Liberia

MCILIR

Kansas City

Wed 10/28

5:40 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 05m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$194
Quickest round-trip

Kansas CitySan José

MCI Kansas City - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 11/4

5:45 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$223

Kansas CitySan José

MCI Kansas City - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MCISJO

Kansas City

Wed 11/11

6:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$223

Kansas CitySan José

MCI Kansas City - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MCISJO

Kansas City

Mon 10/26

5:40 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$223

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI Kansas City - LIR Liberia

MCILIR

Kansas City

Tue 11/17

6:45 pm-11:44 am

2 stops16h 59m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$239

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI Kansas City - LIR Liberia

MCILIR

Kansas City

Tue 11/10

5:45 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$268

Kansas CitySan José

MCI Kansas City - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MCISJO

Kansas City

Mon 11/2

8:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$278

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI Kansas City - LIR Liberia

MCILIR

Kansas City

Mon 12/7

6:40 pm-11:44 am

2 stops17h 04m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$281

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI Kansas City - LIR Liberia

MCILIR

Kansas City

Wed 11/4

11:18 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 52m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$287

Kansas CityLiberia

MCI Kansas City - LIR Liberia

MCILIR

Kansas City

Sat 12/5

6:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 22m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$331

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica (average of $471). Flying from Kansas City to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $705). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Costa Rica, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Steven,Sep 2026

OGG - HNL

It was a red eye overnight which I prefer. But this time the seat was SOOOO uncomfortable that sleeping was difficult and painful

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $568, Delta can have you in Costa Rica from Kansas City in 7h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2124 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $171. Users have also found prices from $177 and $207 on United Airlines and American 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Costa Rica (average of $471). Flying from Kansas City to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $705). 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 4 airlines flying from Kansas City to Costa Rica

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$323Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$398Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$465Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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