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$327+ 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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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 December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/308:45 amSJO - DSM
2 stops29h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/76:48 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops23h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$553
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/297:00 amSJO - DSM
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Tue 1/612:04 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops10h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/17$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/282:20 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops31h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:46 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops27h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/282:20 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops24h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:46 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop18h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$594
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/283:16 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop19h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:57 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop25h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$605
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/297:00 amSJO - DSM
1 stop11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/64:25 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop20h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$632
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/281:31 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/46:30 pmDSM - SJO
3 stops41h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$814
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/281:31 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/56:35 amDSM - SJO
3 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$858

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$452
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$327
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$611
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

12:33 pm-10:46 pm

3 stops34h 13m

Des Moines

Mon 2/9

11:09 am-11:37 am

3 stops24h 28m

$452

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/30

6:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

3:04 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$553

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 2/9

6:48 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$559

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/29

7:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

12:04 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$569

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/28

2:20 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

6:46 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$578

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/28

2:20 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

3:14 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$578

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/28

2:20 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops24h 13m

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

6:46 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$594

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

2:54 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$327

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

6:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$357

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Deals found on 12/17

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Des Moines

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 6% versus a flight at noon.

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 December 18, 2025.
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
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

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 16h. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $553. The distance from Costa Rica to Des Moines is about 2253 mi.

  • 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$495Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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