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Cheap flights from Detroit to Costa Rica from C$ 130

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
18 Dec — 25 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 November 2025.

Tue 9/127:42 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/121:31 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/11C$ 451
Wed 31/125:23 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop23h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/17:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11C$ 702
Wed 3/1210:47 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops13h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/121:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops18h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11C$ 927
Thu 20/1111:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops21h 33mCopa Airlines
Sat 22/114:08 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops13h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 18/11C$ 1,021
Sat 22/1111:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops21h 33mCopa Airlines
Sat 13/128:47 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops24h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 18/11C$ 1,038
Sat 29/117:15 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/121:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops14h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11C$ 1,099
Sat 6/127:59 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/121:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops18h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11C$ 1,101
Wed 3/1210:47 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops13h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/121:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops15h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11C$ 1,146
Thu 4/124:39 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops17h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/121:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops15h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11C$ 1,157
Fri 12/125:41 p.m.DTW - LIR
2 stops25h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 17/127:17 p.m.LIR - DTW
2 stops33h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/11C$ 1,181
Sat 6/122:10 p.m.DTW - LIR
3 stops28h 57mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/129:00 a.m.LIR - DTW
3 stops24h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/11C$ 1,230
Sat 13/126:35 a.m.DTW - LIR
3 stops24h 45mAlaska Airlines
Thu 18/127:40 a.m.LIR - DTW
2 stops20h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/11C$ 1,307

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 18 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 414

One-way from

C$ 217

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 823
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 28/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 51m total
  • Detroit to Costa Rica
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 1/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 42m total
  • Detroit to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Detroit

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/12

7:42 p.m.-11:42 a.m.

1 stop17h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/12

1:31 p.m.-12:19 a.m.

1 stop9h 48m

C$ 451

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 28/1

5:15 a.m.-11:37 a.m.

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/2

1:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

3 stops23h 00m

C$ 456

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

6:36 p.m.-11:47 a.m.

2 stops18h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/2

7:22 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

2 stops25h 58m

C$ 540

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/1

6:00 a.m.-11:42 a.m.

1 stop6h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 13/1

12:33 p.m.-4:56 p.m.

1 stop27h 23m

C$ 552

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/3

6:00 a.m.-10:36 p.m.

1 stop18h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/3

11:45 p.m.-11:47 p.m.

1 stop22h 02m

C$ 558

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/2

1:43 p.m.-12:22 p.m.

1 stop23h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/2

12:43 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

1 stop18h 22m

C$ 624

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

6:00 a.m.-11:22 a.m.

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/3

12:31 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

1 stop9h 26m

C$ 649

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 30/1

5:15 p.m.-6:01 p.m.

2 stops25h 46m

Liberia

Fri 6/2

11:20 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

3 stops27h 59m

C$ 739

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/3

9:59 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

2 stops17h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/3

4:15 p.m.-7:41 a.m.

2 stops13h 26m

C$ 745

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 15/2

6:00 a.m.-2:31 p.m.

1 stop9h 31m

Liberia

Wed 25/2

3:55 p.m.-9:01 a.m.

1 stop16h 06m

C$ 763

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of C$ 223). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 494). 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 DTT to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Costa Rica in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 18 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Costa Rica, such as United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,150 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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  • 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.

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

    Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue can get you from Detroit to Costa Rica in just under 9h 31m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 15m. Detroit and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 3521 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of C$ 223). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 494). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 379AverageC$ 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 725AverageC$ 1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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