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$203+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$328
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$203
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$602

Good round-trip deal

$461 or less

Good one-way deal

$91 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:18 amMSP - SJO
1 stop29h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/3111:32 amSJO - MSP
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$328
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.
Sun 8/245:40 amMSP - SJO
2 stops14h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/278:50 amSJO - MSP
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$546
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.
Tue 7/296:12 amMSP - SJO
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/511:59 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop16h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$556
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Thu 5/16:00 amMSP - SJO
2 stops18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1012:28 pmSJO - MSP
2 stops24h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$582
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.
Fri 7/113:45 pmMSP - SJO
1 stop15h 13mDelta
Sat 7/192:30 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/30$596
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 7/87:35 amMSP - LIR
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/1511:05 amLIR - MSP
1 stop10h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$625
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/69:06 amMSP - LIR
Nonstop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/137:45 pmLIR - MSP
2 stops41h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$627
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 7/225:49 pmMSP - SJO
1 stop17h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/317:55 amSJO - MSP
1 stop13h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$646
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.
Tue 12/307:15 amMSP - LIR
Nonstop5h 40mDelta
Fri 1/92:20 pmLIR - MSP
Nonstop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/30$668
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Thu 9/253:13 pmMSP - LIR
2 stops16h 07mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/3011:20 amLIR - MSP
3 stops27h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$676
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.
Tue 8/126:17 amMSP - LIR
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1812:50 pmLIR - MSP
2 stops10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$687
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2010:00 amMSP - SJO
2 stops13h 50mAir Canada
Mon 5/267:55 amSJO - MSP
1 stop11h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$709

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/27

6:18 am-10:27 am

1 stop29h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/31

11:32 am-3:42 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$328

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/24

5:40 am-7:05 pm

2 stops14h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

8:50 am-10:25 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$546

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/29

6:12 am-12:54 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/5

11:59 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop16h 36m

$556

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/11

3:45 pm-5:58 am

1 stop15h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/19

2:30 pm-12:39 am

1 stop9h 09m

$596

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/19

6:32 pm-11:17 am

2 stops17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/22

12:28 pm-6:52 am

2 stops17h 24m

$610

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/8

7:35 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Liberia

Tue 7/15

11:05 am-10:47 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$625

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/7

10:05 am-8:20 am

2 stops23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/11

6:07 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops22h 42m

$638

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/22

5:49 pm-10:11 am

1 stop17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/31

7:55 am-10:47 pm

1 stop13h 52m

$646

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/25

6:05 am-6:20 am

2 stops25h 15m

Liberia

Tue 9/30

11:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 39m

$668

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/12

5:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Liberia

Tue 8/19

1:25 pm-12:22 am

1 stop9h 57m

$683

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Minnesota with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to Costa Rica

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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 Minnesota 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minnesota to Costa Rica one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $301 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include WestJet from $345 and American Airlines from $345 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Minnesota 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 7 airlines flying from Minnesota to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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
Air CanadaCheapest$203Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Sun Country AirCheapest$223Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$253Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$282Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$375Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$382Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$443Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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