How long is the flight to Costa Mesa?

Flights from San Francisco - 1h 24m Flights from New York - 8h 20m Flights from Seattle - 2h 40m Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - 5h 58m Flights from Boston - 6h 10m

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Many airlines fly to Los Angeles, the most common ones being United Airlines , Southwest , and Delta . See the amount of flights per week for popular airlines flying to Los Angeles.

How to fly to Costa Mesa?

You cannot fly directly to Costa Mesa. KAYAK recommends you fly to Los Angeles (LAX) (35.07 miles from Costa Mesa). From there you can rent a car or get a taxi.

What airports are near Costa Mesa?

The closest airport is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) (3.83 mi). Other nearby airports are Long Beach Municipal (LGB) (18.12 mi), Ontario (ONT) (34.07 mi) or Los Angeles (LAX) (35.07 mi). KAYAK recommends you fly to Los Angeles.

How far is Los Angeles Airport from central Los Angeles?

Los Angeles Airport is 9 miles from the center of Los Angeles.

What is the name of Los Angeles’s airport?

All flights to Los Angeles land at Los Angeles Airport. The airport code is LAX,and it can also be referred to as Los Angeles or Los Angeles Intl.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Costa Mesa?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Costa Mesa.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Costa Mesa?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Costa Mesa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Costa Mesa?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Costa Mesa with an airline and back with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Costa Mesa?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Costa Mesa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Cheap Flights to Costa Mesa (LAX)

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.

TeresaFlew with Delta-Sep 2026

get to JFK early! TSA precheck helped but the security lines are always a mess!

VyFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026

from domestic to international is a long walk, if you can make this short cut is better, i had a surgery so having a hard time to walk

-eLaFlew with Frontier-Sep 2026

Allow enough time to deplane, catch the shuttle to the terminal and have enough wiggle room with time because flights tend to be delayed

TammiFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026

In LA - only way to get an uber is to take a bus to an offsite area - can’t get directly at airport.

Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026

Just tried to arrive a little early flight two hours beforehand just to make sure clear security etc

DerekFlew with Delta-Sep 2026

Check your bags knowing that 50 minutes can be a hard cut off time.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2026

Develop a list of essentials, prepare for 3 or 4 interchangeable outfits, 2 pairs of shoes and try not to overpack!

LindaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2026

Once you’re past security, you have to take the tram to your gate area. It’s quick and easy.

jessieFlew with JetBlue-Jul 2026

Take a direct flight. Its faster and less hassle.

SharonFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026

The flight from the Hu to Los Angeles is about 5 1/2 hours. We use the fly a red eye. This typically works for us. I also see people with young children. Also do the red eye. Period however, if you are traveling with children get them really tired before they fly out so they will actually sleep. Make sure you upload movies on your phone cause sometimes the Wi-Fi is not working and that’s a long flight but nothing to do. Bring your favorite book. Do some off-line work

LorynFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2026

Give yourself time if there are any issues that arise. Los Angeles also has an extremely large airport. Wear comfortable walking shoes. The staff working there are not the best at helping navigate through Los Angeles Airport so make sure you have enough time to arrive especially if you have a connecting flight.

DavidFlew with United Airlines-Jun 2026

Arrive early. If you’re over 60 or disabled get LAXtransportation assistance. With assistance the trip between domestic and international is 20 minutes, without assistance or can be over 40 minutes. With a tight connection that can be an issue.

AnujFlew with Delta-Aug 2026

If you want to watch something streaming then better download it in Netflix or Prime. Don't rely on watching it in the flight like you normally do

BillFlew with United Airlines-Jun 2026

Usually, bags come out at LAX on baggage carousel #1 but it has happened several times they switch at the last minute to another.

MarkFlew with American Airlines-Jun 2026

Get there early, only one TSA line open and thew queue was very long.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Mar 2026

This flight is very convenient, it should be noted that the security at Newark seems quite understaffed and not the most efficient so passing through it will always take at least half an hour.

CharlesFlew with Delta-Mar 2026

Just be aware a smaller jet so overhead may be limited.

SoosnataFlew with Delta-Feb 2026

I prepaid my baggage fee through the Delta App during web check-in; however, I was unable to locate the receipt afterward. It would be helpful if prepaid baggage receipts were clearly linked within the trip details section and/or accessible under the traveler profile for easy retrieval. This added visibility would enhance transparency and provide greater convenience for customers managing their travel documentation. Overall, a small enhancement that could further elevate the digital experience.

AndreaFlew with Spirit Airlines-Feb 2026

I chose Spirit because it was a lot cheaper. Expect a very uncomfortable seat for basic economy. Bring something to do because there is no back of the seat entertainment screen.

MehdiFlew with Sun Country Air-Dec 2025

In Minneapolis stop at terminal 1 if you want to go to lounge and then go to terminal 2. In LAX, don’t take the late flights!

AnjaliFlew with Spirit Airlines-Dec 2025

look out for landing in the new terminal that is then a bus ride away from your luggage

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Dec 2025

Make sure you check on your flight before going to the airport

Verified travelerFlew with Spirit Airlines-Jan 2026

Take an inflatable seat cushion, as the seats are uncomfortable, and take a patience pill as the staff are rude and mean.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Nov 2025

Pay to reserve your seat and bring airbuds for the free movies!

AngeliqueFlew with Spirit Airlines-Nov 2025

Know there is a shuttle to exit or get baggage

MarisaFlew with American Airlines-Jun 2025

Take Alaska Airlines - Clear was great to have at both airports, especially seattle where there was a large security line

KeithFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Jul 2025

Check your seating assignment thoroughly when you check in to ensure it's the seat you paid for. Flights number, planes, seat assignment, departure times can change at moment's notice, so make sure your confirmed flight assignment in 100% correct!!!

LeoFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2025

Avoid LAX if you can fly into other CA airport. LAX is very confusing. Our gate was adjacent to another that was boarding at the same time. We could not hear our boarding announcements. Almost missed our boarding group. Terminal 4 has multiple floors, the signs were okay, but a 3-D map is needed to fully comprehend your path. Very limited food options and super expensive restaurants with mediocre food (CrownLAX). Avoid LAX if your want a pleasant layover/transfer process.

CatlinFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2025

New terminal at PDX is gorgeous & very easy. LAX is a horrible, stressful mess & worse than when I grew up there. Waited with confirmed reservation at Dollar rentals for 90 minutes with 3 clerks. ALLOW EXTRA TIME.

CHARLESFlew with American Airlines-Mar 2025

Allow plenty of time to pass through agriculture and TSA security screening.

Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Jan 2025

Southwest seems to board and unload about as smooth as any airline - carry on items seem to work as smooth as any airline I have used. Southwest also does not charge to check bags which seems to encourage people to check bags instead of bring an enormous carry on item that does not fit well in the cabin.

AracelyFlew with Spirit Airlines-Dec 2024

Bring snacks and your own water bottle to stay hydrated.

Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Jan 2025

Be there on time it really need two hours for security checkups

Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Jan 2025

Be ready to walk a long way through the terminal.

Verified travelerFlew with Spirit Airlines-Nov 2024

Make sure to arrive at the airport early. On my recent flight from LAX to San Jose, the plane departed 20 minutes ahead of schedule. It seemed like all passengers were on board, and the aircraft was ready for takeoff.

MikeFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2024

Arrive early, grab a bottle of soda before getting on the plane and open it in the terminal. If you wait until flying the pressure will decarbonize the drink.

Verified travelerFlew with Qantas Airways-Nov 2024

there was an instance where a non speaking couple didnt know when to board. people cut in front of them and the crew didnt respond. it would be nice if there were translators available to assist when needed. i get that you want people on board as quickly as possible. sometimes, it's like herding cats. but do assist the people who dont understand the language.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2024

LAX is a large airport with long walking distances to exit in terminal 6.

Verified travelerFlew with Qantas Airways-Sep 2024

You don’t have to arrive two hours early since it is a domestic flight

ReidFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2024

SeaTac does not have a very good or equitable system for security lines. First class passengers don’t have a TSA precheck option, while there are only 2 TSA precheck lines on opposite sides of the terminal. Highly recommend getting TSA plus Clear, as the airport heavily favors this combination, with each section of the terminal having one of these options. I almost missed my flight because the only TSA precheck line was about 45 minutes long.

BruceFlew with Alaska Airlines-Nov 2024

Tight interline connection at LAX - barely made the flight. Directions from AS arrival gate to separate AA commuter terminal for AS codeshare flight connecting to TUS would have been nice.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024

Easy access via metro, and by car with parking available walking distance from the terminal. Lots of seating and dining options near the flight boarding gates.

DavidFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024

Well I arrived 2 hours early, but everything was very empty and fast so maybe try to be there an hour early better.

Verified travelerFlew with Austrian Airlines-Aug 2024

SBP is a lovely low stress airport for starting a trip! Have someone drop you off as parking is expensive.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024

Make sure to get food before you get to the airport. Bring chargers for ur phone or your technological device.

IreneFlew with Southwest-Jun 2024

Arrive a least 1 hour before boarding if you’re checking bags. Light layers due weather variation

RaquelFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Jun 2024

Sit last row so no one is behind you and buy cancel noise headphones!

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024

Los Angeles airport has convenient entry & exit without long walks to & from the gates.

JohnjimyFlew with ANA-Aug 2024

Layover from NRT(JPN), to SFO (US), to LAX(US) Easy if you are a United States Citizen, when you go to US Border & Customs, bring your Passport if you arrive Internationally. Remember to pick up your check baggage before moving into domestic flights, as they will check the tag for the plane you are boarding in. (They will check your baggage again). Bring your ID/DL (Real-ID COMPLIANT) with you to pass security/TSA, passport works too. SFO is pretty strict as well as LAX.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024

Medford is a small airport, so it’s easy to get in and out. Checking bags with Alaska can get pricy, so plan accordingly.

BillFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024

At Dulles, you can spend 30 minutes getting to your AFTER clearing TSA

FatimaFlew with Frontier-Jun 2024

Frontier requires 3hr preflight check in even on domestic flights

Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Jul 2024

Understand that you were going to land in the middle of the airport somewhere way far away from the terminal then you walk down a ramp then you walk to a terminal you get on a bus what you have to wait in the line for the bus to come and get you the bus goes very slowly to the terminal you get out and then you walk 2700 steps I walked to get to where I was supposed to go And then find it because I didn’t have a boarding pass was not easy so don’t try to go there and make a quick connection you can’t do it

JulieFlew with Southwest-Jun 2024

Avoid flying into LAX. It’s a nightmare. Baggage claim took 40 minutes. And then the shuttle to the car rental place took an hour because there are two shuttles. The first is a local bus that makes a stop at every seven terminals and then it takes you to another place where you have to wait for your smaller shuttle to the car rental place.

Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2024

Do not check a bag if you can help it. Will set you back $40

LauraFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024

LAX is a bit of a mess. Very long walk between terminals.

Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Apr 2024

Use the apps so you know gates before you transfer.

KFlew with Southwest-May 2024

Book with a long gap if you have a connection on another airline. My flight from Phoenix was only 1 hr long but there was an over 2 hr delay in boarding. Luckily I allowed a 6 hour gap between flights for my other flight leaving overseas or I would have missed it. Many people like me fly one flight to LA which has a lot more international departures because it’s a lot cheaper to break the flights up than to book them together . So it’s important that flights are somewhat on time especially between different flights not connected with one booking.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Apr 2024

There are buses from Time Square Bus Terminal to Newark for $18 direct no stops you are there in 30 minutes.

Dr. SherrieFlew with United Airlines-Apr 2024

Pack your own snacks and download your movies and shows in case the WiFi doesn’t work.

MasakoFlew with Alaska Airlines-Apr 2024

Newark has few food options so pack something if you can. It’s not worth getting food at Newark.

LaurenFlew with Delta-Feb 2024

If you have kids, bring your own screens. We were counting on the inflight entertainment and it was a definite letdown. Also, TSA Pre-check is only available at station 2, but wait times are posted at each station so you can see if it’s worth the walk.

Verified travelerFlew with Delta-Jan 2024

Ride with full belly and the bare minimum. Also I did not know a fanny pack that is staying on my hip was considered a carry on

Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Jan 2024

Not many places to eat at LAX after 9 pm, sandwiches are 11.99 at the convenience store. Everything else was good at both airports.

Verified travelerFlew with Spirit Airlines-Feb 2024

The shuttles from the rental car drop off to the various terminals was an insanely long wait. The guy working the shuttle lines told everyone we could walk, that it would only take "4 minutes" to get to our terminal, but it ended up taking about 30 minutes. So hoards of people slugging their luggage to various terminals on the sidewalk was painful. The security lines were LONG, probably would've taken 1 hour to get through, but we paid for the Clear and it ended up being maybe 45 minutes instead. The TSA process was not super efficient and they only had a 3 lanes open out of the maybe 10 possible. Not too many nice shops or eating places near our gate. Will do everything to avoid flying to/from Ft Lauderdale in the future.

LaurenFlew with JetBlue-Dec 2023

Be very careful that you don’t misplace anything. If you have to go through TSA multiple times, be sure to retrieve ALL your things even if it means you have to hold up the line unfortunately. Otherwise, there will be zero help to retrieve your things afterwards even though there are so many cameras.

How long is the flight to Costa Mesa?
Flights from San Francisco 1h 24m
Flights from New York 8h 20m
Flights from Seattle 2h 40m
Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 5h 58m
Flights from Boston 6h 10m
Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?
Many airlines fly to Los Angeles, the most common ones being United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. See the amount of flights per week for popular airlines flying to Los Angeles.
How to fly to Costa Mesa?
You cannot fly directly to Costa Mesa. KAYAK recommends you fly to Los Angeles (LAX) (35.07 miles from Costa Mesa). From there you can rent a car or get a taxi.
What airports are near Costa Mesa?
The closest airport is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) (3.83 mi). Other nearby airports are Long Beach Municipal (LGB) (18.12 mi), Ontario (ONT) (34.07 mi) or Los Angeles (LAX) (35.07 mi). KAYAK recommends you fly to Los Angeles.
How far is Los Angeles Airport from central Los Angeles?
Los Angeles Airport is 9 miles from the center of Los Angeles.
What is the name of Los Angeles’s airport?
All flights to Los Angeles land at Los Angeles Airport. The airport code is LAX,and it can also be referred to as Los Angeles or Los Angeles Intl.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Costa Mesa?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Costa Mesa.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Costa Mesa?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Costa Mesa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Costa Mesa?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Costa Mesa with an airline and back with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Costa Mesa?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Costa Mesa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

There is no major airport in Costa Mesa. It is instead served by Los Angeles Airport.
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