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Where to stay in Costa Mesa

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East Side Costa Mesa

4/5(195 area reviews)

Though East Side Costa Mesa might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Orange County Fairgrounds and Costa Mesa Country Club.

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Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 511 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
AED 511
AED 568 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,069 reviews)
they accommodated us

Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
631 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
The price is AED 641 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 641
AED 750 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (3,015 reviews)
Clean room, great location and great breakfast

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
The price is AED 660 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 660
AED 778 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (904 reviews)
Quiet and clean

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

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South Coast Plaza

During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.

South Coast Plaza
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Orange County Museum of Art

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this romantic area.

Orange County Museum of Art

Orange Coast College

Explore the campus of Orange Coast College during your visit to Costa Mesa. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

Orange Coast College

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Costa Mesa that have flexible change policies?
At Expedia, we've been channeling our inner acrobat to give you the most flexible fares around town. Simply tick the "No change fee" box right underneath the "Flexible change policies" filter to find the best flights to Costa Mesa.
Which airlines fly to Costa Mesa?
There are two carriers that make the journey to or near Costa Mesa. These are your options:

  • American Airlines - 927 flights to or near Costa Mesa each month, including 602 flights to John Wayne Airport (SNA) and 325 to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) per month.
  • Alaska Airlines - 802 flights to or near Costa Mesa each month, including 615 flights to John Wayne Airport (SNA) and 186 to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Costa Mesa?
One of the easiest ways to get your hands on cheap tickets to Costa Mesa is to be flexible with your travel dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" above the results. You'll see the cheapest prices for nearby days. The best price for a flight to Costa Mesa in the last seven days was . Booking in advance will usually help you walk away with an even bigger bargain.
How much is a flight to Costa Mesa?
If you were traveling one way from (), you could've scored a bargain fare for just in the last seven days. Return flights to Costa Mesa ranged from only to over the same period.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Costa Mesa?
Depending on which airline you book with and your final Costa Mesa destination, you'll have a selection of well-known airports to take your pick of. They include:

  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 3,432 flights per month.
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 2,011 flights per month.
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 1,386 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Costa Mesa?
Taking off on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is usually the best way to bag the cheapest deal. Stay away from the weekends if you can, because Saturday is typically the costliest day. Spend the dollars you saved living it up in Costa Mesa instead!
How much is a plane ticket to Costa Mesa?
In the last seven days, airfares to Costa Mesa ranged between and . Prices depend on multiple things, particularly the time of departure, airline, cabin class and how early you make your booking.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Costa Mesa?
A good month to purchase well-priced fares to Costa Mesa is February. Bear in mind that in the USA, an expensive time to reserve a ticket is the festive month of December.
How long is a flight to Costa Mesa?
Your flight to Costa Mesa could be long or short depending on where you jet off from. Before you load your tablet with podcasts and movies, check out the average flight times for these sought-after domestic routes:

  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 1 hour and 40 minutes
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 2 hours and 44 minutes
  • Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 1 hour and 26 minutes