Cheap Flights from San Francisco International to Liberia

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      Compare San Francisco International to Liberia flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Liberia

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      Flight deals from San Francisco International to Liberia

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,279. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Liberia

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Liberia flights are currently cheapest in August.

      Direct flights from San Francisco International to Liberia

      San Francisco International to Liberia: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from San Francisco International to Liberia below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Liberia.

      San Francisco to Liberia: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 3,785
      Cheapest month to flyAugust
      Average flight time6 hrs, 18 mins
      Most popular airlineUnited
      Average flights per week2

      Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Liberia: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Liberia is R 7,869. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      6 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Liberia.
      United and Alaska Airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Liberia.
      As of July 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Liberia.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Liberia is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport on Saturday, 5 September 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 18 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Liberia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Liberia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Liberia.

      Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know

      • The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport is 6 hours 25 minutes.

      • The timezone in Liberia is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of San Francisco.

      • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SFO to LIR flight.

      • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

      • United is your gateway to exploring Liberia (and maybe even some other great corners of Costa Rica!). Check out the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport offered by this popular carrier.

      • United is the top choice for travellers on this route.

      • With 71.43% of services arriving as planned, United is the most punctual carrier offering SFO to LIR flights.

      • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport. These are the top stopovers between SFO and LIR:

        • Denver International Airport

        • Los Angeles International Airport

        • Minneapolis St Paul Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Liberia Airport (LIR)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport flight is R 3,785. A round-trip fare right now is R 7,866. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

      • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to LIR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

      • May is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

      • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to LIR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

      • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport.

      Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      • When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

      • San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

      • Looking for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

      Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)

      • If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly 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 to explore Liberia and beyond.

      • Reserving your ride from Liberia Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

      When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)

      • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport is September, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Liberia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Liberia Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Liberia, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

      • Look for cheap tickets from SFO to LIR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

      Explore more of Costa Rica

      • Liberia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Liberia, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like National Park (Parque Nacional), Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum.

      • If you're ready to explore another great destination in Costa Rica, head for Limon, about 274 kilometres east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños are key reasons to visit.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.