What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Costa Rica?

American Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Australia to Costa Rica

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Australia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Australia to Costa Rica?

Flight times from Australia to Costa Rica vary, but if you’re flying out of Sydney and flying into San José (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 25h 17m on average. Another popular route from Australia to Costa Rica is flying from Brisbane to San José, which will take roughly 25h 20m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Costa Rica?

Prices for flights from Australia to Costa Rica are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Costa Rica?

As of April 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Costa Rica.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Costa Rica?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Costa Rica.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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13:15 - 23:45

SYD

SJO

26h 30m

2 stops

00:53 - 11:50

SJO

SYD

42h 57m

2 stops

$1,963Multiple Airlines

Tue, 5 May - Sat, 23 May

06:00 - 08:21

SYD

SJO

42h 21m

3 stops

04:10 - 11:50

SJO

SYD

39h 40m

3 stops

$1,986Multiple Airlines

Fri, 5 Jun - Fri, 12 Jun

09:10 - 22:42

SYD

SJO

29h 32m

2 stops

07:00 - 07:05

SJO

SYD

32h 05m

2 stops

$2,109American Airlines

Sat, 6 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

09:10 - 19:24

SYD

SJO

26h 14m

2 stops

07:00 - 07:05

SJO

SYD

32h 05m

2 stops

$2,110American Airlines

Sat, 6 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

10:30 - 19:37

BNE

SJO

25h 07m

2 stops

08:45 - 06:35

SJO

BNE

29h 50m

1 stop

$2,749United Airlines

Sun, 4 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

10:30 - 12:21

BNE

SJO

41h 51m

2 stops

07:45 - 06:35

SJO

BNE

30h 50m

2 stops

$2,751United Airlines

Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

15:40 - 14:35

PER

SJO

36h 55m

2 stops

14:45 - 18:35

SJO

PER

61h 50m

2 stops

$4,069Qatar Airways

Sun, 11 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

12:00 - 14:41

MEL

LIR

42h 41m

3 stops

12:35 - 22:05

LIR

MEL

41h 30m

2 stops

$4,586Qatar Airways

Sun, 26 Jul - Tue, 18 Aug

22:55 - 22:00

PER

SJO

37h 05m

3 stops

07:10 - 14:45

SJO

PER

41h 35m

3 stops

$6,316Air Canada

Sun, 11 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

15:00 - 22:00

PER

SJO

45h 00m

3 stops

07:10 - 16:00

SJO

PER

42h 50m

3 stops

$6,317Air Canada

Sun, 11 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Costa Rica

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Qantas Airways

1 Oct

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

41h 58m

1 stop

SJO13:58San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13 Oct

SJO12:57San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 58m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,297

Qantas Airways

1 Oct

SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 20m

2 stops

SJO18:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13 Oct

SJO12:57San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 58m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,314

Air Canada flights from Australia to Costa Rica

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Air Canada

1 Oct

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 40m

2 stops

SJO22:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13 Oct

SJO07:10San José Juan Santamaria Intl

56h 10m

2 stops

SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,942

Air Canada

11 Oct

PER22:55Perth

37h 05m

3 stops

SJO22:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14 Oct

SJO07:10San José Juan Santamaria Intl

41h 35m

3 stops

PER14:45Perth

$6,316

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SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

13:15-23:45

2 stops26h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

00:53-11:50

2 stops42h 57m

$1,963

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

06:00-08:21

3 stops42h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/6

04:10-11:50

3 stops39h 40m

$1,986

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

09:10-22:42

2 stops29h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

07:00-07:05

2 stops32h 05m

$2,109

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

09:10-19:24

2 stops26h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

07:00-07:05

2 stops32h 05m

$2,110

Fastest return journey

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Sun 4/10

10:30-19:37

2 stops25h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 24/10

08:45-06:35

1 stop29h 50m

$2,749

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Mon 5/10

10:30-12:21

2 stops41h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 27/10

07:45-06:35

2 stops30h 50m

$2,751

PerthSan José

PER - SJO

PERSJO

Perth

Sun 11/10

15:40-14:35

2 stops36h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 14/10

14:45-18:35

2 stops61h 50m

$4,069

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

12:00-14:41

3 stops42h 41m

Liberia

Tue 18/8

12:35-22:05

2 stops41h 30m

$4,586

PerthSan José

PER - SJO

PERSJO

Perth

Sun 11/10

22:55-22:00

3 stops37h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 14/10

07:10-14:45

3 stops41h 35m

$6,316

PerthSan José

PER - SJO

PERSJO

Perth

Sun 11/10

15:00-22:00

3 stops45h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 14/10

07:10-16:00

3 stops42h 50m

$6,317

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Australia to Costa Rica are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Costa Rica?
As of April 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Costa Rica.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Costa Rica?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Costa Rica

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,886	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,649 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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