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$519+ 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Jun 9 — Jun 161
Tue 6/9
Tue 6/16
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 May 10, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 9/145:40 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops14h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$519
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Wed 7/298:45 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops13h 00m
Southwest
Sun 8/25:10 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops14h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7$659
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Thu 8/271:14 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop8h 23m
Delta
Mon 9/145:45 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Deal found 5/8$683
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 6/911:13 am
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop10h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 6/3011:23 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/10$688
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 7/2911:41 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop8h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 8/25:12 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/6$692
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Mon 6/19:00 am
SJO
-
DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Fri 6/51:30 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops22h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7$707
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 10/17:55 am
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop13h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 10/311:45 pm
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8$713
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/171:08 pm
SJO
-
DSM
1 stop25h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 8/244:13 pm
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop22h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/6$729

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Des Moines

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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 May 10, 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/27

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 9/14

5:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$519

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/8

12:30 am-10:51 pm

2 stops21h 21m

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

11:23 am-10:11 am

2 stops23h 48m

$688

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

11:41 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop15h 19m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

5:12 am-2:37 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$692
Quickest round-trip

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

2:00 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

5:12 am-2:37 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$692

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

1:25 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 02m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

6:20 am-7:37 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$696

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Deals found on 5/6

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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 May 10, 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
9,694 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,694 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,694 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,694 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

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 23m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $683. 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 May 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$566Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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