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$746+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Jul 27 — Aug 31
Mon 7/27
Mon 8/3
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 June 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 12/152:20 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 12/283:15 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops27h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24$746
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Wed 7/1512:30 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops19h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 7/203:24 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops29h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23$756
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/297:45 am
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop13h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 11/18:00 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops27h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22$759
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 7/292:11 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop8h 47m
American Airlines
Sun 8/25:12 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/26$765
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Sat 12/1912:35 pm
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops21h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 12/283:15 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops27h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24$767
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Tue 7/2812:30 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops21h 26m
United Airlines
Sun 8/28:00 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops27h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23$770
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/171:29 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop28h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 8/249:32 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop29h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24$789

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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 June 27, 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

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/15

12:30 am-9:22 pm

2 stops19h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 7/20

3:24 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops29h 13m

$756

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/29

1:25 pm-12:36 pm

2 stops22h 11m

Des Moines

Sun 11/1

9:37 am-11:25 am

2 stops25h 48m

$759

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

12:30 am-10:56 pm

2 stops21h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

8:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops27h 11m

$770
Quickest round-trip

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

2:11 pm-9:11 am

1 stop18h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

5:12 am-10:38 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$777

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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 June 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with 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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,777 reviews

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Beatriz,May 2026

HEL - DFW

Very modern and confortable plane. Dinner was delicious. Whole crew were polite and perfect.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,777 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,777 reviews

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Beatriz,May 2026

HEL - DFW

Very modern and confortable plane. Dinner was delicious. Whole crew were polite and perfect.

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 19h 52m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $756. 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 airline flying from Costa Rica to Des Moines

Discover the top airline 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 June 27, 2026.
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American AirlinesCheapest$567Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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