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Cheap flights from Detroit to Costa Rica from C$ 174

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 408

One-way from

C$ 174

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 651
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 17/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 21m total
  • Detroit to Costa Rica
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3/3
  • 3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 15m total
  • Detroit to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 207 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 19 January 2026.

Tue 17/25:45 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 27/21:31 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop18h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 408
Mon 23/210:59 p.m.
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops14h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/28:07 a.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1C$ 434
Tue 17/25:45 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 26/21:31 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 17/1C$ 456
Tue 17/26:02 p.m.
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops22h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/21:31 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1C$ 488
Tue 17/26:02 p.m.
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops22h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/212:35 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1C$ 504
Thu 14/55:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop8h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 18/512:31 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops33h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 513
Wed 4/35:22 p.m.
DTW
-
LIR
3 stops25h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/311:45 a.m.
LIR
-
DTW
2 stops26h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 815
Sat 2/55:50 a.m.
DTW
-
LIR
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Sat 9/512:00 p.m.
LIR
-
DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 17/1C$ 860
Thu 5/35:22 p.m.
DTW
-
LIR
2 stops25h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 12/38:05 a.m.
LIR
-
DTW
3 stops30h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 910
Mon 20/44:02 p.m.
DTW
-
LIR
2 stops21h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/49:00 a.m.
LIR
-
DTW
1 stop18h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 959
Sat 7/35:22 p.m.
DTW
-
LIR
2 stops24h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 14/38:05 a.m.
LIR
-
DTW
2 stops30h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 974
Mon 27/45:10 p.m.
DTW
-
LIR
2 stops15h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 4/511:20 a.m.
LIR
-
DTW
3 stops26h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 985

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

5:45 a.m.-12:22 p.m.

1 stop7h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

1:31 p.m.-9:15 a.m.

1 stop18h 44m

C$ 417

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

5:45 a.m.-12:22 p.m.

1 stop7h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/2

1:31 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 28m

C$ 456

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

6:02 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops22h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/2

12:35 p.m.-9:15 a.m.

2 stops19h 40m

C$ 504

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 14/5

5:00 a.m.-11:22 a.m.

1 stop8h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

12:31 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

1 stop18h 54m

C$ 536

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

6:02 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops22h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

12:35 p.m.-7:41 a.m.

3 stops18h 06m

C$ 550

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

2:35 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

3 stops22h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/2

12:35 p.m.-7:41 a.m.

3 stops18h 06m

C$ 597

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/3

5:22 p.m.-5:58 p.m.

3 stops25h 36m

Liberia

Wed 11/3

11:45 a.m.-4:26 p.m.

2 stops26h 41m

C$ 815

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/5

5:50 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop7h 10m

Liberia

Sat 9/5

12:00 p.m.-11:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 860

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 27/4

5:10 p.m.-6:20 a.m.

2 stops15h 10m

Liberia

Mon 4/5

11:20 a.m.-4:14 p.m.

3 stops26h 54m

C$ 985

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/3

5:22 p.m.-4:58 p.m.

2 stops24h 36m

Liberia

Sat 14/3

8:05 a.m.-4:26 p.m.

2 stops30h 21m

C$ 1,007

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of C$ 213). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 498). 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 19 January 2026.

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.

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 January 2026.
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
9,176 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,347 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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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, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Detroit to Costa Rica in just under 7h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h. 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of C$ 213). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 498). 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 Detroit to Costa Rica

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 350AverageC$ 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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