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Cheap flights from Orange County to Costa Rica from $196

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 8/22. 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.
SNA — SJO
Jun 16 — Jun 231
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Orange County to Costa Rica?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 50 days in advance, which can save you up to 13% on flights from Orange County to Costa Rica compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 50 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $407. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $476.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Orange County to Costa Rica?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Costa Rica from Orange County average $416. You can even find prices in September for less than $416, as users have found deals to Costa Rica from as low as $158. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Costa Rica from Orange County. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 41%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KFI to CR?

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

Cheap Orange County to Costa Rica flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Orange County to Costa Rica specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Prices were last updated on June 11, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Costa Rica in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 6/296:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/1212:55 amSJO - SNA
2 stops22h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$510
Wed 7/106:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops27h 52mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/1912:32 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops20h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$524
Tue 6/256:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/271:42 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops22h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$534
Tue 6/256:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/2612:32 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops22h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$535
Thu 7/256:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/212:55 amSJO - SNA
2 stops22h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$538
Thu 7/118:49 pmSNA - LIR
1 stop13h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1812:46 pmLIR - SNA
1 stop10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$540
Tue 7/96:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/1612:32 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops21h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$540
Wed 7/103:05 pmSNA - SJO
3 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1712:32 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$546
Wed 7/316:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops27h 52mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/812:32 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops22h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$560

Orange County to Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Orange County and Costa Rica in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Costa Rica in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 10/1211:35 amSNA - LIR
2 stops22h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/172:02 pmLIR - SNA
1 stop19h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$435
Thu 10/176:45 pmSNA - LIR
1 stop17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2212:58 pmLIR - SNA
2 stops21h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$437
Sat 10/126:45 pmSNA - LIR
1 stop17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/172:02 pmLIR - SNA
1 stop19h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$438
Thu 8/221:25 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops22h 15mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2712:29 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops23h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$446
Thu 10/171:28 pmSNA - LIR
2 stops44h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2212:58 pmLIR - SNA
2 stops23h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$448
Fri 9/67:25 pmSNA - LIR
2 stops15h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/132:05 pmLIR - SNA
1 stop19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$457
Fri 9/612:53 pmSNA - LIR
2 stops21h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/132:05 pmLIR - SNA
2 stops32h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$464
Mon 12/169:15 pmSNA - LIR
1 stop13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/243:35 pmLIR - SNA
2 stops21h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$478
Mon 12/166:45 amSNA - LIR
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/248:50 amLIR - SNA
1 stop15h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$480

Orange County to Costa Rica flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Orange County 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 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Orange County to Costa Rica. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 6/216:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/231:42 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops21h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$632
Sun 6/167:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/1912:32 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops22h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$696
Thu 6/2012:00 pmSNA - SJO
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/265:30 amSJO - SNA
1 stop13h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$704
Tue 6/186:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/2512:32 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops21h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$713
Thu 6/206:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops14h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/2611:59 pmSJO - SNA
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$719
Sun 6/167:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/231:42 pmSJO - SNA
2 stops21h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$734
Tue 6/1810:10 amSNA - SJO
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/65:30 amSJO - SNA
1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$831
Fri 6/216:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/2212:59 amSJO - SNA
2 stops22h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$834
Mon 6/174:11 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops14h 19mCopa Airlines
Fri 6/218:46 amSJO - SNA
2 stops13h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$905

One-way flights to Costa Rica from Orange County

Search for one-way flight options from Orange County to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Orange County to Costa Rica. For those needing a return trip from Orange County, there is a search form available above.
Thu 8/224:30 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops19h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$196
Tue 8/274:30 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops18h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$205
Sat 8/36:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$221
Sat 6/296:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$227
Tue 6/256:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$234
Sat 8/106:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$235
Wed 6/266:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$246
Tue 6/186:45 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$252
Mon 6/173:19 pmSNA - SJO
3 stops19h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$259

Find flights from Orange County to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/12

2 stops22h 36m

Liberia

Thu 10/17

1 stop19h 08m

$435

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/17

1 stop17h 27m

Liberia

Tue 10/22

2 stops21h 04m

$437

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/22

2 stops22h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/27

2 stops23h 33m

$446

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/12

2 stops24h 40m

Liberia

Thu 10/17

2 stops21h 48m

$489

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/10

3 stops32h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/17

2 stops24h 15m

$546

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/12

2 stops17h 31m

Liberia

Thu 10/17

3 stops26h 53m

$801

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/5

1 stop13h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/12

1 stop10h 08m

$840

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/27

2 stops26h 00m

Liberia

Fri 8/2

2 stops31h 20m

$894

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntySan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/12

2 stops16h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/16

2 stops18h 32m

$946

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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 June 11, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Orange County to Costa Rica, such as Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
8.0
Very good
2,528 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Aeromexico
7.6
Good
2,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,629 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Orange County to Costa Rica for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Orange County to Costa Rica for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $435, but on average you can expect to pay $494.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Orange County to Costa Rica for under $700?

    There are currently 14+ open flights from Orange County to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Orange County to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Orange County to Costa Rica are Spirit Airlines ($196), United Airlines ($272), and American Airlines ($281).

  • What does SNA to SJO mean?

    SNA stands for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport, while SJO stands for San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Buenos Aires Airport (BAI).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Orange County 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 Orange County to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Orange County 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 Orange County to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Orange County 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 Orange County to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Orange County 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 Orange County to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The Orange County to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/10.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Costa Rica (average of $383). Flying from Orange County to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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 5 airlines flying from Orange County to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 3,080,152 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$146Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$345Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$371Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$511Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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