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Cheap flights from Detroit to Costa Rica from C$ 366

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 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTT — SJO
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
Wed 1/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 23 days in advance to save up to 60% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 23 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as C$ 549, or C$ 875 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Costa Rica?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Detroit. Users have commonly found prices around C$ 832 for the month, but tickets can be as low as C$ 366. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Costa Rica (DTT - CR)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Detroit to Costa Rica

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Detroit and Costa Rica. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 505,255 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights travelling from Detroit to Costa Rica. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 19/66:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops18h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 27/65:30 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops26h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 786
Wed 8/56:00 a.m.DTW - LIR
2 stops10h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/53:27 p.m.LIR - DTW
2 stops28h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 802
Wed 19/66:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops18h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/65:30 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops29h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 992
Thu 4/76:20 p.m.DTW - LIR
2 stops22h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/73:27 p.m.LIR - DTW
2 stops23h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,009
Thu 4/73:26 p.m.DTW - LIR
1 stop25h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/711:49 a.m.LIR - DTW
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,028
Mon 22/44:45 p.m.DTW - LIR
1 stop21h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/43:27 p.m.LIR - DTW
1 stop28h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,569

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Costa Rica

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Detroit and Costa Rica. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 505,255 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've found from Detroit to Costa Rica. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 366
Sat 27/49:55 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 384
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/51:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 421
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/41:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 502
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/412:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 522
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/41:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 530
Tue 23/45:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop9h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 23/412:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 581
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/412:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 601
Tue 23/44:55 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/412:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 674

Cheap Detroit to Costa Rica flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Costa Rica specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 505,255 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 366
Sat 27/49:55 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 384
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/51:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 421
Sat 27/46:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 432
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/41:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 502
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/412:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 522
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/41:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 530
Tue 23/45:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop9h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 23/412:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 581
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/412:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 601

Detroit to Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Costa Rica in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 505,255 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 366
Sat 27/49:55 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 384
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/51:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 421
Sat 27/46:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 432
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/41:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 502
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/412:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 522
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/41:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 530
Tue 23/45:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop9h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 23/412:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 581
Tue 23/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 24/412:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 601

Detroit to Costa Rica flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Detroit to Costa Rica for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 505,255 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Detroit to Costa Rica. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 366
Sat 27/49:55 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 384
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/51:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 421
Sat 27/46:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 432
Sat 27/45:40 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/52:04 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 680
Sat 27/45:40 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/55:10 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops13h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 688
Thu 25/47:45 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops16h 18mCopa Airlines
Sun 28/411:34 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops20h 38mCopa Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 1,024
Thu 25/47:45 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops14h 17mCopa Airlines
Sun 28/45:53 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops26h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,028

Find flights from Detroit to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Costa Rica 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 505,255 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/4

1 stop18h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/5

1 stop11h 53m

C$ 366

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/4

1 stop15h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/5

1 stop9h 19m

C$ 384

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/4

1 stop18h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/5

2 stops17h 27m

C$ 421

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/4

2 stops17h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/5

1 stop8h 23m

C$ 432

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 23/4

1 stop18h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/4

1 stop7h 44m

C$ 502

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 19/6

2 stops18h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 27/6

2 stops26h 44m

C$ 786

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/6

1 stop8h 40m

Liberia

Wed 12/6

1 stop9h 54m

C$ 984

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 25/4

2 stops16h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/4

2 stops20h 38m

C$ 1,024

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 13/5

2 stops38h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 21/5

2 stops50h 41m

C$ 1,124

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Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 19 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Copa Airlines from Detroit to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
11,094 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.0
Very good
2,932 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.7
Good
2,661 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.4
Good
11,325 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit to Costa Rica for under C$ 400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to Costa Rica for under C$ 400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just C$ 366, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 634.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit to Costa Rica for under C$ 400?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Detroit to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than C$ 400.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit to Costa Rica?

  • What does DTW to SJO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DTW to SJO flight. Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The Detroit to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/4.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Costa Rica. 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 505,255 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 347AverageC$ 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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JetBlueCheapestC$ 566AverageC$ 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 803AverageC$ 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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