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$144+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DTW
Dec 29 — Jan 51
Mon 12/29
Mon 1/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:57 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/145:30 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$294
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:31 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/205:15 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop19h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/27$342
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:10 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/87:40 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/27$358
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:31 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/155:30 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/29$379
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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.
Mon 12/222:47 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:20 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/28$382
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:31 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop19h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/46:00 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/28$387
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/281:31 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/25:49 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop16h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/27$389
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:31 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop19h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/118:00 amDTW - SJO
1 stop29h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/28$404
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:31 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amDTW - SJO
1 stop6h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/28$405

Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated November 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$144
(Super.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$346
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One-way flight from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Detroit 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 November 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/17

12:33 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

5:30 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$288

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/26

2:57 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop25h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

5:30 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$294

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/17

12:33 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

12:11 pm-11:25 am

2 stops24h 14m

$318

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/17

12:33 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

5:15 pm-11:37 am

1 stop19h 22m

$348

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/17

12:33 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

9:10 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops16h 12m

$365

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

5:15 am-11:37 am

1 stop7h 22m

$374

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

5:30 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$379

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/22

2:47 pm-8:07 am

1 stop16h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/4

7:20 pm-3:50 am

2 stops33h 30m

$382

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/28

1:31 pm-9:33 am

1 stop19h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/2

12:09 pm-9:21 am

2 stops22h 12m

$403

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

7:22 am-8:05 am

1 stop23h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

12:20 pm-3:16 pm

2 stops52h 56m

$412

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $217). Flying from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 CR to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated November 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,160 reviews

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Nov 2025

MCO - BWI

Sitting in exit seats without an upgrade should be allowed if nobody sitting in them what’s the big deal?
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,160 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,160 reviews

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Nov 2025

MCO - BWI

Sitting in exit seats without an upgrade should be allowed if nobody sitting in them what’s the big deal?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Detroit. 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 Detroit from Costa Rica?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Costa Rica to Detroit. It is only a 17.3 mi journey from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines and Air Canada fly from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 10h 08m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 42m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2226 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $154 and $181 on Frontier and Air Canada, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Detroit 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 Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $217). Flying from Costa Rica to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 airline flying from Costa Rica to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$286Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%

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