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$288+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Iowa

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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
oct. 19 — oct. 261
dom. 10/19
dom. 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$365
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$288
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$602
From Costa Rica to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 19, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/712:35 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
vie. 10/179:20 amDSM - SJO
1 stop26h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
jue. 11/62:20 pmSJO - CID
2 stops31h 09mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/105:26 pmCID - SJO
2 stops17h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
jue. 11/62:15 pmSJO - CID
1 stop8h 19mDelta
lun. 11/1012:29 pmCID - SJO
2 stops24h 37mDelta
Deal found 9/16$478
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mié. 9/2411:37 amSJO - DSM
3 stops28h 22mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/17:30 amDSM - SJO
3 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
jue. 11/61:12 pmSJO - CID
2 stops10h 44mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/106:44 pmCID - SJO
2 stops17h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$542
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mié. 9/247:55 amSJO - DSM
1 stop13h 33mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/16:36 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$562
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
lun. 12/156:00 amSJO - DSM
1 stop17h 50mAmerican Airlines
mié. 1/73:30 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mar. 10/77:55 amSJO - DSM
1 stop29h 18mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/176:08 amDSM - SJO
1 stop14h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$574
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
sáb. 9/207:55 amSJO - DSM
2 stops25h 44mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/286:15 amDSM - SJO
1 stop14h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$610
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
sáb. 9/207:27 amSJO - DSM
2 stops14h 39mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/286:11 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops18h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$623
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
sáb. 9/2012:19 pmSJO - DSM
3 stops23h 42mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/285:49 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$700

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Iowa 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 septiembre 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Iowa that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 10/7

12:35 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Des Moines

vie. 10/17

9:20 am-10:41 am

1 stop26h 21m

$365

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 11/6

2:20 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops31h 09m

Cedar Rapids

lun. 11/10

5:26 pm-11:25 am

2 stops17h 59m

$436

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 11/6

2:15 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Cedar Rapids

lun. 11/10

12:29 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$478

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 11/6

1:12 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops10h 44m

Cedar Rapids

lun. 11/10

6:44 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$542

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 12/15

6:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Des Moines

mié. 1/7

3:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$563

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 10/7

1:30 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops28h 49m

Des Moines

vie. 10/17

3:25 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$574

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 10/27

1:23 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$288

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 10/27

1:20 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops31h 09m

$294

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 1/11

6:30 am-2:33 pm

2 stops32h 03m

$349

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 11/30

8:45 am-12:14 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$525

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Costa Rica to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 19, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to Iowa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated septiembre 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Costa Rica to Iowa, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Iowa?

    For as low as $478, United Airlines can have you in Iowa from Costa Rica in 8h 19m. Costa Rica and Iowa are separated by a distance of 2248 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Iowa one-way?

    $288 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $294 and $880, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Iowa 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 Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Costa Rica to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 2 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Iowa. 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 septiembre 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$495Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$504Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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