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$140+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Costa Rica

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SNA — SJO
Jan 12 — Jan 191
Sun 1/12
Sun 1/19
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Costa Rica (CR0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$367
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$140
(CheapOair)
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/242:46 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops18h 38mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/31:25 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops26h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$367
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/292:17 pmSNA - LIR
2 stops14h 52mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/26:40 pmLIR - SNA
2 stops18h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/6$467
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/113:00 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops18h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/1711:15 amSJO - SNA
3 stops36h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$470
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/255:50 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops23h 02mCopa Airlines
Tue 2/45:51 amSJO - SNA
2 stops17h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/6$540
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 4/207:40 pmSNA - LIR
2 stops17h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/278:45 amLIR - SNA
1 stop25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$558
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sun 5/118:05 amSNA - SJO
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Thu 5/158:45 amSJO - SNA
2 stops14h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$609
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 5/147:45 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops15h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/211:30 pmSJO - SNA
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$618
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/257:05 amSNA - SJO
2 stops16h 07mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/261:22 amSJO - SNA
2 stops15h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$628
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/223:00 pmSNA - LIR
3 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/311:20 pmLIR - SNA
3 stops34h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$688
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/3012:50 pmSNA - LIR
2 stops22h 34mWestJet
Fri 6/137:05 amLIR - SNA
1 stop29h 54mWestJet
Deal found 1/5$691
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 3/156:54 pmSNA - LIR
1 stop15h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/2512:13 pmLIR - SNA
1 stop11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$693
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 5/106:45 pmSNA - SJO
1 stop17h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1811:30 pmSJO - SNA
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$696

Find flights from Santa Ana to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 January 7, 2025.

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Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/24

2:46 pm-11:24 am

2 stops18h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

1:25 pm-1:51 pm

3 stops26h 26m

$367

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/29

2:17 pm-7:09 am

2 stops14h 52m

Liberia

Sun 2/2

6:40 pm-11:04 am

2 stops18h 24m

$467

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/11

3:00 pm-11:24 am

2 stops18h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/17

11:15 am-9:39 pm

3 stops36h 24m

$470

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/25

5:50 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops23h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

5:51 am-8:56 pm

2 stops17h 05m

$540

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/20

7:40 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops17h 43m

Liberia

Sun 4/27

8:45 am-8:50 am

1 stop25h 05m

$558

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/11

8:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops10h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/15

8:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$609

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/14

7:45 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops15h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

1:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$618

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/25

7:05 am-12:12 am

2 stops16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/26

1:22 am-3:39 pm

2 stops15h 17m

$628

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

3:00 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops47h 00m

Liberia

Fri 1/31

1:20 pm-9:44 pm

3 stops34h 24m

$688

Santa AnaLiberia

SNA - LIR

SNALIR

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/30

12:50 pm-12:24 pm

2 stops22h 34m

Liberia

Fri 6/13

7:05 am-11:59 am

1 stop29h 54m

$691

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Ana to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Santa Ana to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SNA to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 January 7, 2025.

When flying from Santa Ana to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 January 7, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,620 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,513 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,650 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Costa Rica. 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 Santa Ana to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Santa Ana, you will be flying from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Santa Ana.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Costa Rica are Spirit Airlines ($140), WestJet ($313), and Alaska Airlines ($320).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Santa Ana to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 4 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 January 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$144Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$369Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$482Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$505Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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