Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Liberia's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Liberia one hour ahead of Santa Ana.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SNA to LIR flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SNA and LIR include:
San Francisco International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport flight is £186. A return plane ticket right now is £418. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SNA to LIR, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SNA to LIR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport.
Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
81.53% of flights departing from John Wayne Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SNA.
John Wayne Airport is about 5 miles from central Santa Ana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SNA. Whether you're catching an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
If you're landing on a late John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near LIR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Liberia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Liberia's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Liberia Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport to central Liberia has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
January is the busiest month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Liberia in May.
The warmest month in Liberia is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from John Wayne Airport to Liberia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SNA to LIR in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done Liberia, now it's time to explore other corners of Costa Rica. Travel about 100 miles south-east to San Jose to check off its leading sights. From Teatro Nacional Costa Rica to National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of Costa Rica, consider Limon, roughly 170 miles east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon are the start of reasons to visit.
