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Cheap flights from Detroit to Costa Rica from C$ 364

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 4/5. 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
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
Mon 29/4
Mon 6/5

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$ 546, or C$ 871 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$ 827 for the month, but tickets can be as low as C$ 364. 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 509,488 searches. Data last updated 24 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.
Sat 27/78:40 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop27h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/85:30 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 866
Thu 1/86:03 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops18h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/85:30 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops26h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 953
Wed 5/68:40 a.m.DTW - LIR
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/61:03 p.m.LIR - DTW
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 1,203

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 509,488 searches. Data last updated 24 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 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 364
Sat 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 378
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/512:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 385
Sat 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 391
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop15h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 412
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops11h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 428
Sat 4/510:08 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop10h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 450
Sat 4/510:08 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 457
Sat 4/510:08 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/512:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops18h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 487

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 509,488 searches. Prices were last updated on 24 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 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/512:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 385
Thu 25/45:50 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop16h 46mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop23h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 408
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 23/4C$ 409
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop15h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 412
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops11h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 428
Thu 25/45:50 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop16h 46mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 438
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 445
Thu 25/45:50 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop16h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/51:45 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 448
Sat 4/510:08 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 487

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 509,488 searches. Data last updated 24 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 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 364
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 24/4C$ 374
Sat 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 378
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/512:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 385
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/512:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops18h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 389
Sat 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 391
Sat 27/44:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/512:51 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 396
Thu 25/45:50 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop16h 46mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop23h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 408
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 23/4C$ 409

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 509,488 searches. Data last updated 24 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 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 364
Sat 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 378
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/512:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 385
Sat 4/54:25 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop18h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 391
Sat 4/55:33 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop15h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 412
Sat 4/59:55 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/512:32 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops18h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 428
Sat 4/510:08 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/59:36 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop10h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 450
Sat 4/510:08 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 457
Sat 4/510:08 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/51:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 487

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 509,488 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/5

1 stop8h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/5

1 stop10h 16m

C$ 385

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/5

1 stop8h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/5

1 stop15h 15m

C$ 412

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/5

1 stop8h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/5

2 stops11h 09m

C$ 428

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/8

1 stop15h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 25/8

2 stops25h 10m

C$ 475

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/8

1 stop15h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 25/8

1 stop22h 18m

C$ 479

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/9

1 stop8h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/9

2 stops18h 16m

C$ 496

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/9

1 stop26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/9

1 stop22h 52m

C$ 791

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/7

1 stop27h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/8

2 stops14h 30m

C$ 866

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 14/8

2 stops15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/8

1 stop15h 13m

C$ 949

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Deals found on 23/4

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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 24 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier 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
11,004 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

8.0
Very good
2,875 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.7
Good
2,639 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.6
Good
4,624 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.5
Good
3,928 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

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.

  • 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$ 385, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 516.

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

    There are currently 10+ 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 24/4.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Costa Rica

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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 345AverageC$ 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 799AverageC$ 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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