$224+ 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 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $552 (American Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $224 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $672 |
Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Iowa
Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to IowaExplore 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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:00 amSJO - DSM
1 stop10h 39mDelta
Wed 1/710:15 amDSM - SJO
2 stops12h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 12/152:51 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/75:58 amDSM - SJO
1 stop14h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$542
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/275:30 amSJO - CID
2 stops15h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/36:37 amCID - SJO
2 stops17h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12![United Airlines logo]()
$585
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/1211:13 amSJO - DSM
1 stop10h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/156:17 amDSM - SJO
1 stop17h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$613
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/144:13 amSJO - DSM
2 stops13h 20mCopa Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amDSM - SJO
2 stops23h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Copa Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/159:00 amSJO - DSM
3 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amDSM - SJO
2 stops14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,332
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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Iowa that are best for you.
Fly from
Costa Rica
Fly to
Iowa
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/8
7:21 am-11:13 pm
1 stop14h 52m
Des Moines
Sat 9/20
4:08 pm-5:52 pm
1 stop26h 44m
$552
San JoséCedar Rapids
SJO - CID
SJOCID
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 7/27
5:30 am-10:24 pm
2 stops15h 54m
Cedar Rapids
Sun 8/3
6:37 am-10:39 pm
2 stops17h 02m
$585
LiberiaOmaha
LIR - OMA
LIROMA
Liberia
Sun 7/27
11:05 am-10:15 pm
1 stop10h 10m
$224
LiberiaOmaha
LIR - OMA
LIROMA
Liberia
Tue 8/19
1:59 pm-9:00 am
1 stop18h 01m
$233
LiberiaOmaha
LIR - OMA
LIROMA
Liberia
Fri 8/15
1:25 pm-12:05 am
1 stop9h 40m
$271
LiberiaOmaha
LIR - OMA
LIROMA
Liberia
Sat 8/30
10:15 am-7:50 pm
3 stops32h 35m
$386
Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Iowa
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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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 $411). 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 June 12, 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.
Rainfall in Iowa by month
Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.
Temperature in Iowa by month
Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).
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 June 12, 2025.
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
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Top airline flying from Costa Rica to Iowa
Discover the top airline 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 June 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$504 | Average$587 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |