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Cheap flights from Detroit to Costa Rica from C$ 256

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
30 May — 6 Jun1
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 30 April 2026.

Mon 10/86:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop8h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 15/81:21 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop8h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 572
Wed 5/88:29 p.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop17h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/87:07 a.m.
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop13h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 662
Tue 8/96:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops14h 40m
Southwest
Tue 15/99:00 a.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 29/4C$ 706
Sat 27/612:30 p.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/71:21 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop17h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 713
Tue 26/57:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops14h 00m
Southwest
Tue 2/69:00 a.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops11h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 29/4C$ 848
Mon 10/86:55 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops13h 45m
Southwest
Sat 15/89:30 a.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 26/4C$ 889
Fri 1/56:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop18h 14m
JetBlue
Mon 11/511:59 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop21h 53m
JetBlue
Deal found 27/4C$ 895
Sun 7/66:10 a.m.
DTW
-
LIR
1 stop8h 30m
JetBlue
Sat 13/62:30 p.m.
LIR
-
DTW
1 stop31h 40m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/4C$ 904
Fri 1/511:47 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop29h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/51:00 p.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops21h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 929
Mon 27/76:55 a.m.
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops14h 45m
Southwest
Mon 3/88:45 a.m.
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 29/4C$ 951
Mon 12/107:55 a.m.
DTW
-
LIR
1 stop7h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 19/102:10 p.m.
LIR
-
DTW
1 stop26h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 1,259
Thu 24/95:20 a.m.
DTW
-
LIR
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Mon 5/101:25 p.m.
LIR
-
DTW
1 stop7h 21m
Delta
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,261

Find 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 30 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 572

One-way from

C$ 256

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 750
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 10/8-15/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 44m total
  • Detroit to Costa Rica
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 07m total
  • Detroit to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (C$ 236 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (C$ 77 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 27/7

6:55 a.m.-7:40 p.m.

2 stops14h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/8

8:45 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

2 stops9h 50m

C$ 951

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/6

8:50 a.m.-8:21 a.m.

2 stops25h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

4:10 a.m.-10:19 p.m.

2 stops16h 09m

C$ 1,216

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/6

10:13 a.m.-8:21 a.m.

2 stops24h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 22/6

5:57 p.m.-10:14 p.m.

2 stops26h 17m

C$ 1,216

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/6

8:50 a.m.-9:06 a.m.

2 stops26h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

8:12 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

2 stops23h 46m

C$ 1,216

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

7:45 p.m.-9:06 a.m.

2 stops15h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/7

5:55 p.m.-9:57 a.m.

2 stops14h 02m

C$ 1,216

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/6

9:12 p.m.-8:21 a.m.

2 stops13h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 20/6

4:10 a.m.-11:43 p.m.

2 stops17h 33m

C$ 1,216

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/6

8:50 a.m.-7:09 a.m.

2 stops24h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/6

5:57 p.m.-10:14 p.m.

2 stops26h 17m

C$ 1,216

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 19/7

11:00 a.m.-7:26 a.m.

2 stops22h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/7

1:37 p.m.-9:57 a.m.

2 stops18h 20m

C$ 1,216

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/8

5:20 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

Liberia

Thu 13/8

1:25 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

C$ 1,261

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 20/9

6:10 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 00m

Liberia

Sat 26/9

1:03 p.m.-11:52 p.m.

1 stop8h 49m

C$ 1,261

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of C$ 78). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 400). 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.

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 30 April 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
9,678 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,678 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,678 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,632 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,678 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

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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?

    Southwest, Copa Airlines, and Delta can get you from Detroit to Costa Rica in just under 8h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 51m. 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.

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  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Costa Rica (average of C$ 78). Flying from Detroit to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 400). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 381AverageC$ 585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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