Costa Mesa

$49+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Costa Mesa, CA

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LAX
Apr 15 — Apr 221
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/128:20 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 34m
Frontier
Wed 7/155:38 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 3/11$89
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/118:14 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Sat 4/188:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/14$90
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/255:50 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Sat 5/22:45 pm
LAX
-
SFO
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11$91
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:29 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Sat 5/28:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$92
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/138:14 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Wed 4/158:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$93
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/182:42 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/228:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$94
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/118:14 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Tue 4/215:11 pm
LAX
-
SFO
1 stop20h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$95
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/255:50 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/282:20 pm
LAX
-
SFO
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12$96
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:25 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 4/217:55 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$97
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:29 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Mon 5/48:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/128:20 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 34m
Frontier
Fri 7/175:38 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 3/11$100

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Mesa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Costa Mesa flight deals. Data was last updated March 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$89
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$197
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Los Angeles Los Angeles flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Costa Mesa
One-way flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 16, 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

5:50 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

5:35 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 15m

$91

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

11:45 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/21

10:55 am-4:40 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$127

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

7:20 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

3:35 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$132

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

5:50 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

2:20 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$132

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

5:40 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

10:45 am-6:30 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$142
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

7:20 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/12

6:35 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$157

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

9:20 am-11:03 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

1:44 pm-3:12 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$167

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

4:05 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

7:50 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

$182

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

5:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

3:35 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$182

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

5:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 4/18

5:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops6h 30m

$182

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 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 San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa (average of $33). Flying from San Francisco to Costa Mesa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $57). 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 SFO to CM3?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Costa Mesa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 16, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Costa Mesa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on March 12, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Costa Mesa flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Costa Mesa

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Costa Mesa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 16, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to CM3 are scheduled on a Monday (170 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (92 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Mesa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Mesa. 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 Mesa. Reviews last updated March 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to Costa Mesa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Costa Mesa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Mesa from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Costa Mesa should be relatively easy as there are 132 daily outbound flights to Costa Mesa from 9 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Costa Mesa flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

    Departing from San Francisco to Costa Mesa will take you 1h 35m. San Francisco and Costa Mesa are separated by a distance of 337 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Costa Mesa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $22 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $33 and JetBlue from $49 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

    Consider SAUDIA (100%), China Eastern (91%) or Porter Airlines (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Costa Mesa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $55. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Los Angeles Los Angeles) can be booked for $60 on average, our data indicates $690 when flying from San Francisco to Costa Mesa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Costa Mesa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Mesa 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 San Francisco to Costa Mesa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Mesa (average of $33). Flying from San Francisco to Costa Mesa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $57). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Costa Mesa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Costa Mesa. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$35Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$38Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$53Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$59Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$78Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$100Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$107Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$113Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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