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$258+ Cheap flights from Anaheim, CA to Costa Rica

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SJO
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Anaheim to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Anaheim to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Anaheim to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/297:30 am
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Sat 10/39:00 am
SJO
-
SNA
2 stops12h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30$551
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 12/25:20 pm
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops17h 00m
Southwest
Wed 12/91:20 pm
SJO
-
SNA
2 stops20h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29$555
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sun 10/256:30 pm
SNA
-
LIR
2 stops16h 40m
United Airlines
Fri 10/3011:50 am
LIR
-
SNA
1 stop11h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1$594
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/256:37 pm
SNA
-
LIR
2 stops17h 41m
American Airlines
Fri 10/302:45 pm
LIR
-
SNA
2 stops21h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31$599
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Mon 10/197:15 am
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Mon 10/261:30 pm
SJO
-
SNA
2 stops20h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1$609
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 11/16:36 pm
SNA
-
SJO
1 stop11h 56m
United Airlines
Tue 11/108:45 am
SJO
-
SNA
2 stops14h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$620
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/17:39 pm
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops17h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 11/102:01 pm
SJO
-
SNA
2 stops21h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31$625
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/298:00 pm
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops15h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 10/31:25 pm
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop9h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$626
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 9/116:32 pm
SNA
-
LIR
2 stops16h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 9/151:20 pm
LIR
-
SNA
2 stops20h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$629
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/194:30 pm
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops20h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 10/261:00 pm
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop10h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/1$631
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/276:45 am
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops11h 52m
United Airlines
Thu 9/38:45 am
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop13h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$632
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/274:31 pm
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops18h 32m
American Airlines
Thu 9/32:56 pm
SJO
-
SNA
2 stops18h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$637

Find flight deals from Anaheim to Costa Rica

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Round-trip from

$551
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One-way from

$258
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Anaheim 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Anaheim to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/25

6:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Liberia

Fri 10/30

11:50 am-10:00 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$594

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/11

6:32 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops16h 38m

Liberia

Tue 9/15

1:20 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$651

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/24

5:47 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops49h 04m

Liberia

Tue 10/27

9:16 am-9:55 am

2 stops25h 39m

$678

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/14

6:45 am-6:22 am

2 stops21h 37m

Liberia

Wed 12/23

7:12 pm-2:38 pm

2 stops45h 26m

$737

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/25

2:38 pm-8:32 am

1 stop15h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/27

2:25 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$740

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 11/2

6:36 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/6

9:40 am-8:45 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$740

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/23

2:26 pm-11:53 am

1 stop20h 27m

Liberia

Thu 10/29

11:50 am-10:00 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$744

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/22

6:36 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops16h 34m

Liberia

Thu 10/29

11:50 am-9:09 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$749

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 10/26

6:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Liberia

Sun 11/1

12:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$749

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/28

6:28 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops19h 42m

Liberia

Mon 11/2

8:45 am-9:55 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$749

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Best time to book a flight from Anaheim to Costa Rica

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AN4 to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Anaheim 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 August 1, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Anaheim to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Anaheim to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Anaheim to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Anaheim to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings 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.

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 August 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Anaheim 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Anaheim to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Anaheim to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Anaheim to Costa Rica in about 16h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 28m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2590 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Anaheim to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Anaheim 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Anaheim to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Anaheim 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$87Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$173Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$189Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$193Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$208Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$293Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$323Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$378Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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