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$224+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines (DSM)

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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Apr 25 — May 21
Sat 4/25
Sat 5/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Thu 8/279:00 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Mon 9/147:00 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops12h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$540
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 4/249:00 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Tue 5/55:30 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops14h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$612
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 7/218:45 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops13h 00m
Southwest
Fri 7/315:10 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops15h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$638
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/214:35 pm
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/311:37 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops30h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$647
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/219:00 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/286:55 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$659
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Thu 8/271:25 pm
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops26h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 9/143:00 pm
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop22h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/23$662
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 8/2512:57 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 9/146:30 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/21$671
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/2111:13 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops26h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 4/288:20 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop12h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$672
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 5/287:55 am
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop13h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 6/16:50 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops16h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25$675
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 4/301:25 pm
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops29h 01m
United Airlines
Mon 7/611:23 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops25h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25$682
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 8/241:21 pm
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops18h 58m
Delta
Sun 9/135:45 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Deal found 3/21$683

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Des Moines

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$540
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One-way from

$224
(Kiwi.com)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines 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 March 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/27

1:21 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 9/14

5:45 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 09m

$662

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/27

1:21 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 9/15

5:35 pm-11:54 am

2 stops19h 19m

$662

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/27

1:21 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 9/16

5:35 pm-11:54 am

2 stops19h 19m

$662

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/24

11:13 am-2:28 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

8:15 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$672

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/21

11:13 am-10:43 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

3:04 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop22h 17m

$672

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

7:55 am-10:27 am

2 stops25h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

8:15 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops17h 06m

$675

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

1:25 pm-7:26 pm

2 stops29h 01m

Des Moines

Mon 7/6

11:23 am-12:21 pm

2 stops25h 58m

$682
Cheapest one-way

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

12:38 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops33h 04m

$245

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/21

7:48 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops43h 12m

$305
Quickest one-way

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/24

9:00 am-11:05 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$338

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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated March 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Costa Rica to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,491 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,491 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,491 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,503 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,491 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from Costa Rica?

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from Costa Rica. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Des Moines?

    A quick flight from Costa Rica to Des Moines can take about 8h 05m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $662. The distance from Costa Rica to Des Moines is about 2253 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines. 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 March 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$495Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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