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Cheap flights to Guanacaste from $126 One Way, $244 Round Trip

$244 return flights and $126 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.

Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 14

JFK

New York

LIR

Liberia

$261

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Fri, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 5

EWR

New York

LIR

Liberia

$264

Roundtrip

found 5 hours ago

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

JFK

New York

LIR

Liberia

$276

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Wed, Mar 25 - Thu, Mar 26

JFK

New York

LIR

Liberia

$277

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 14

JFK

New York

LIR

Liberia

$279

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 14

JFK

New York

LIR

Liberia

$279

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
YYZ	Liberia	January 11 to January 15	$244
LGA	Liberia	January 9 to January 14	$339
ORD	Liberia	January 9 to January 14	$341
EWR	Liberia	January 10 to January 19	$342
JFK	Liberia	January 11 to January 15	$343
BOS	Liberia	January 9 to January 17	$343
YVR	Liberia	January 9 to January 16	$356
YUL	Liberia	January 11 to January 17	$367
LAX	Liberia	January 11 to March 18	$501
MSP	Liberia	January 11 to January 17	$526

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Guanacaste Accommodation Deals

Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport

2 Km East from International Airport Liberia Guanacaste

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$62 nightly

$71 total

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Sabanero Statue and Museo de Guanacaste are located ...

5.8/10 (265 reviews)

All yes the only problem was WiFi the 1 to my room did not work had to leave my room to check e mails on other Wi-Fi that worked out side of room but will definitely stay again and plan to in near future stay was comfortable

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Best Western El Sitio Hotel

175 Mts - West Of Main Entrance Liberia Guanacaste

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$111 nightly

$125 total

Jan 9 - Jan 10

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)

Great place, nice ambience, pools and nature including many peacocks. We had a great time, and staff was excellent

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Laguna del Cocodrilo

Tamarindo Beach Tamarindo Guanacaste

$83 nightly

$94 total

Jan 11 - Jan 12

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

7.8/10 Good! (236 reviews)

Room was clean and a/c was good

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste

Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,264 reviews)

Room was great. Monkeys just out from the pitch. Very accommodating resort. Staff were great. Buffet was great and you could find food every meal. Taco bar for lunch was great. Many options for food. Ice cream too!

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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Our Top Guanacaste Apartment Hotels

AMAZING OCEAN VIEWS! "House in the Sky" Monte Paraiso

Playa Hermosa Guanacaste

Stay at this vacation home in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located nearby.

9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)

Fernando was very easy to communicate with! The location, pool, views and outdoor space was great. Very quiet and peaceful. We had a wonderful stay.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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Reserva Conchal Beach Resort, Golf & Spa

Playa Conchal Cabo Velas Guanacaste

Book a stay at this luxury condo in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Conchal Beach and Flamingo Beach ...

Liked the Property but I was entertaining 3 Friends early for one night before our weeks Condo. stay, the bathroom tub was so discusting I have a picture, The worse was the phone line did not work and we were cut off from all communication. When a neighbor heard of the problem called from her cell, ...

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2018

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Bahia Pez Vela Resort

Playa del Coco Sardinal Guanacaste

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)

Excellent property with great views and nature all around. Great onsite restaurant

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

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Ocean view and in heart of Playa Flamingo. Two blocks to two different beaches.

Playa Flamingo Guanacaste

$222 nightly

$240 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach condo in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Flamingo Beach and Playa Potrero ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)

Host arrived within minutes of our arrival. Gave us a run down of groceries, beach etc. Very clean and well maintained

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste

Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,264 reviews)

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste

Book a stay at this 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! (1,361 reviews)

La comida es espectacular, realmente uno de los puntos más fuertes del hotel. La atención del personal y los tragos son buenos, aunque en lo personal no me agradó el uso excesivo de plásticos. El mar no es nada del otro mundo: al estar en el Pacífico, las olas son fuertes y el agua es oscura. Además, ...

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium Liberia Guanacaste

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$144 nightly

$163 total

Feb 2 - Feb 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,195 reviews)

Modern clean facilities & room.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

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Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Ruta #21 Frente Al Liberia

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$139 nightly

$157 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,386 reviews)

The room was spotless and staff was courteous.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

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Family Friendly Hotels in Guanacaste

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Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste

Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,264 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, free waterpark access, playground, on the beach

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Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Tamarindo Beach Tamarindo Guanacaste

$249 nightly

$281 total

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Tout était parfait. La nourriture, l’emplacement, les piscines, les chambres, les vues. Même la sécurité est de mise

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

Papagayo Gulf, Panama Beach Sardinal Guanacaste

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, playground, on the beach, games and toys

Travelers say...

The hotel is good, with a large, clean territory. The restaurant is very good, the dishes are delicious. Thank you to the chef and his team; the staff is very responsive and always ready to help. However, there are a few things in the hotel that could be improved. There aren't enough umbrellas by ...

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste

Book a stay at this 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! (1,361 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, free waterpark access, playground, babysitting

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Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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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 $244 and $526 for a return fare to Guanacaste. Fares one-way originating from New York (EWR) sank to a low $126 over the same time period.

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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.

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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:

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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!

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