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Cheap flights to Guanacaste from $143 One Way, $307 Round Trip

$307 return flights and $143 one-way flights to Guanacaste were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JFKLiberiaJune 14 to June 19$440
JFKLiberiaJune 14 to June 19$440
YYZLiberiaJune 15 to June 23$487
LAXLiberiaJune 15 to June 20$494
EWRLiberiaJune 16 to June 22$500
YULLiberiaJune 16 to June 23$568
ORDLiberiaJune 14 to June 22$618
BOSLiberiaJune 16 to June 17$622
YVRLiberiaJune 16 to June 30$860
MSPLiberiaJune 16 to November 14$876
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Guanacaste Accommodation Deals

Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport

Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport

2.5 out of 5
2 Km East from International Airport, Liberia, Guanacaste
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $56 per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
$56
per night
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Stay at this hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Galeria 1824 Gallery and Sabanero Statue are located ...
5.6/10 (210 reviews)
"Close to the airport and carrental shuttles. Has a shuttle van."

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino

Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino

3 out of 5
175 Mts - West Of Main Entrance, Liberia, Guanacaste
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $120 per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$120
per night
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Good location, great swimming pool."

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Laguna del Cocodrilo

Laguna del Cocodrilo

3 out of 5
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $50 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
$50
per night
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ...
7.8/10 Good! (198 reviews)
"This was my 2nd visit to Laguna de Cocodrilos. Great, quiet location right off the beach at the mouth of the estuary. Only a few minutes walking distance to downtown. Stayed in a Jr. Suite (#12) and thoroughly enjoyed my brief stay."

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

Laguna del Cocodrilo
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Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,255 reviews)
"We have stayed with Rio Guanacaste in the past and enjoyed our stay and loved every part of it… However, this day was slightly different, although the entertainment staff was awesome, and the events at the hotel from shows to the bar and pool stuff was great room service was very reserved on filling ..."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top Guanacaste Apartment Hotels

Bahia Pez Vela Resort

Bahia Pez Vela Resort

3.5 out of 5
Playa del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"Beside the bugs everything else was great ! We will definitely come back again. The best part was the private beach and the reef with the exotic fish (left side of beach)"

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Mango Condominio

Mango Condominio

3 out of 5
Calle Cardinal, 125 metros al sur del supermercado 2001, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
Great location, clean and friendly!
"We were apprehensive about booking a condo in CR, however we were delighted and highly impressed with this Condo. Martin and his team were incredibly helpful and our Condo was super. Clean, all necessary amenities, friendly and location perfect. We hope to return one day and if we find back looking ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2018

Mango Condominio
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Papagayo Gulf, Panama Beach, Sardinal, Guanacaste
The price is $282 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$282
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (878 reviews)
"Excellent hotel for families with kids. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of and they are super accommodating. The hotel rooms are old but well kept. I will be going back there on my next trip with my family."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
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Spectacular Lake Arenal and Mountain view rental

Spectacular Lake Arenal and Mountain view rental

Tilaran
Stay at this villa in Tilaran. Enjoy a garden, concierge services, and patios. Popular attractions Lake Arenal and Tronadora Arena are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
Beautiful bungalow home in gated community with view
"We saw many beautiful birds while on the property. The gated community of villas is quite charming and tranquil with a view of the lake. The rental property is beautiful and and host is super easy to communicate with. We are very pleased with our decision to book. There were a few stray cats our ..."

Reviewed on May 30, 2024

Spectacular Lake Arenal and Mountain view rental
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,255 reviews)
"We have stayed with Rio Guanacaste in the past and enjoyed our stay and loved every part of it… However, this day was slightly different, although the entertainment staff was awesome, and the events at the hotel from shows to the bar and pool stuff was great room service was very reserved on filling ..."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,056 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Playa Conchal S/N, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
The price is $451 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
$451
per night
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Excellent service
"Wonderful stay! Highly recommend"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
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Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $221 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$221
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Beautiful resort 😃👍👍"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Guanacaste

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Great for families

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,255 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, free waterpark access, playground, on the beach

Travelers say...
"We have stayed with Rio Guanacaste in the past and enjoyed our stay and loved every part of it… However, this day was slightly different, although the entertainment staff was awesome, and the events at the hotel from shows to the bar and pool stuff was great room service was very reserved on filling ..."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Great for families

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $221 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$221
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, on the beach, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Travelers say...
"Beautiful resort 😃👍👍"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Great for families

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Papagayo Gulf, Panama Beach, Sardinal, Guanacaste
The price is $282 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$282
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (878 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, playground, on the beach, games and toys

Travelers say...
"Excellent hotel for families with kids. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of and they are super accommodating. The hotel rooms are old but well kept. I will be going back there on my next trip with my family."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
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Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Great for families

Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,056 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, free waterpark access, playground, babysitting

Travelers say...
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Guanacaste?
With 12 airlines waiting to take you away to Guanacaste, finding the ideal flight will be a piece of cake. Reserve your ticket with one of these trusted carriers that operate services to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR):

  • American Airlines - 36 flights to Guanacaste per month
  • United Airlines - 17 flights to Guanacaste per month
  • Delta - 16 flights to Guanacaste per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Guanacaste?
Jet into Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), the primary gateway to Guanacaste. Booking your flight to this region doesn’t get much easier than that.
How much is a flight to Guanacaste?
This week, prices hovered between $307 and $876 for a return fare to Guanacaste. Fares one-way originating from Los Angeles (LAX) sank to a low $143 over the same time period.
How to book the cheapest flight to Guanacaste?
With some of the most affordable flight deals around, you’re guaranteed value for money with Orbitz. The following handy hints will help you score cheap flights to Guanacaste — and leave you with more money in your pocket:

  • Depending on your place of departure, select the ‘Nearby airports’ function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). In certain cases, alternative departure points offer more competitive fares.
  • Similarly, click on the ‘Show flexible dates’ link and you’ll see the fares on days around your selected departure. It’s possible to pick up cheaper flight deals if your travel plans are flexible.
  • You can also use the ‘Show options’ function to filter results for your preferred airline, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under ‘Sort & Filter’ to the left, you can even choose the time of day you’d prefer to fly.
  • Reserve your fare as soon as you’ve sorted your travel dates. While you can get lucky on occasion, airline tickets rarely get more affordable as your departure date nears.
  • Think about combining your flights, hotels and car rentals into a package with Orbitz to make your dollar go further.
  • Flying during busier seasons can mean steep airfares. If possible, plan your trip outside of popular periods, such as Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Easter.

How long is a flight to Guanacaste?
Where you head off from will largely determine how much time it will take to fly to Guanacaste. Three of the top domestic routes and average flight times are listed below:

  • San Jose (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 49 minutes
  • Tambor (TMU) to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 30 minutes
  • Tamarindo (TNO) to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 20 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Guanacaste?
Generally speaking, January is the best month to purchase your plane ticket. This is closely followed by February and August. Keep this in mind while you hunt for a cheap flight to Guanacaste.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Guanacaste?
Typically, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest days to book flights to Guanacaste. If you’re looking for unbeatable airfares, search across those days and you could pick up an incredible flight deal.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Guanacaste?
Based on Orbitz data from 2020, Monday is normally the best day to score cheap flights to Guanacaste. Tuesday also has more affordable fares, while Saturday has the highest ticket prices. Although leaving at the weekend may be easier to arrange, you’ll have more money in your pocket to play with if you jet out at the start of the week.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Guanacaste?
To score cheap flights to Guanacaste, you should pack your suitcase and fly out in August. Orbitz data has found that generally, this is a great month to save big on your fare. If you’re thinking of jetting to Guanacaste during June, it’s worth noting that this is the least affordable time of year to take a trip.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Orbitz makes it a snap to find airlines offering fare flexibility. Simply choose “Filter by flexible change policies” when searching for your Guanacaste flights and ta-da! We’ll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking, no change fees and of course, an amazing low price.
What do I need for the flight to Guanacaste?
From onboard entertainment to travel basics like earplugs, there are some things a regular flyer always carries with them. To ensure you’re all set for your flight, have a look at this handy list:

  • Travel paperwork such as e-tickets and some identification will be required. To avoid any last-minute delays when you check in, make sure your booking is under the exact name, gender and birth date as indicated on your current ID.
  • A well-packed carry-on bag is a must-have for any medium-haul journey. With at least a few hours to kill, you’ll want something to keep you busy while in the air. We recommend a good book or magazine, and something to snack on.
  • Aeroplane cabins often get chilly. If you decide to travel during the height of summer, be sure to take an extra warm layer with you.

How many direct flights are there to Guanacaste?
With approximately 28 direct flights every month, you’ll be heading straight into Guanacaste and starting your next awesome adventure before you know it. Some of the airlines that fly nonstop to Guanacaste include SANSA Regional, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada are other popular options.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Guanacaste?
If you think a business or first-class airfare is out of your reach, you may want to think again. Here are some practical tips to help you find a premium flight to Guanacaste for less:

  • Flexibility is essential. By being open to a few travel dates, you’ll have a better chance of finding a deal on business or first-class airfares.
  • Many low-cost airlines these days have comfortable business or premium-class seating that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
  • Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat up the front. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a flight loyalty program.

What is the best time to go to Guanacaste?
If you want to immerse yourself in the culture of Guanacaste in the tourist season, January, February and March are the best months to visit. June 20 marks the start of the summer season in the Northern Hemisphere and is a fantastic time to go if you love being outside. During this time of the year, average daily temperatures generally range from 75 ºF to 85 ºF.
Travel tips for Guanacaste

  • Coco Beach is just one must-do during your journey to Guanacaste. Pick up a car rental and enjoy the convenience of exploring this terrific attraction — and plenty of other things — at your own pace.
  • One of Guanacaste’s most well-known cities, Nicoya Peninsula is the perfect place to begin a big road trip around this region. Eat, sleep, adventure and repeat — that’s what getaways are for!

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.