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

United Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Costa Rica

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Air Canada 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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 4 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 Melbourne and flying into San José (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 26h 25m on average. Another popular route from Australia to Costa Rica is flying from Brisbane to San José, which will take roughly 27h 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 May 2026, there are 4 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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11:15 - 22:59

SYD

SJO

28h 44m

2 stops

06:22 - 09:00

SJO

SYD

33h 38m

2 stops

$2,105American Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

11:15 - 22:59

SYD

SJO

28h 44m

2 stops

07:00 - 09:00

SJO

SYD

33h 00m

2 stops

$2,108American Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

11:15 - 22:59

SYD

SJO

28h 44m

2 stops

07:00 - 09:00

SJO

SYD

33h 00m

2 stops

$2,109American Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

10:10 - 11:05

SYD

SJO

41h 55m

2 stops

06:22 - 09:00

SJO

SYD

33h 38m

2 stops

$2,112American Airlines

Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

13:30 - 06:37

MEL

LIR

33h 07m

2 stops

09:03 - 12:00

LIR

MEL

34h 57m

2 stops

$2,158Multiple Airlines

Sat, 18 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug

14:15 - 08:19

SYD

SJO

35h 04m

3 stops

04:09 - 12:35

SJO

SYD

39h 26m

3 stops

$2,200Multiple Airlines

Thu, 8 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

10:30 - 11:38

BNE

SJO

41h 08m

2 stops

12:44 - 06:30

SJO

BNE

49h 46m

2 stops

$2,747United Airlines

Fri, 21 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep

10:30 - 12:10

BNE

LIR

65h 40m

2 stops

11:10 - 06:30

LIR

BNE

27h 20m

2 stops

$3,212United Airlines

Sun, 12 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

20:05 - 22:00

BNE

SJO

41h 55m

3 stops

07:10 - 12:00

SJO

BNE

36h 50m

3 stops

$3,764Air Canada

Fri, 21 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep

09:35 - 14:40

BNE

LIR

45h 05m

3 stops

12:35 - 22:50

LIR

BNE

42h 15m

3 stops

$4,981Qatar Airways

Sun, 12 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

American Airlines flights from Australia to Costa Rica

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American Airlines

4 Nov

SYD11:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 44m

2 stops

SJO22:59San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Nov

SJO06:22San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 38m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,105

American Airlines

4 Nov

SYD11:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 44m

2 stops

SJO22:59San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Nov

SJO07:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 00m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,108

American Airlines

4 Nov

SYD11:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 44m

2 stops

SJO22:59San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Nov

SJO07:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 00m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,109

British Airways flights from Australia to Costa Rica

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British Airways

4 Nov

SYD16:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 35m

3 stops

SJO20:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Nov

SJO18:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl

43h 00m

2 stops

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,971

British Airways

4 Nov

SYD16:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 35m

3 stops

SJO20:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Nov

SJO18:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl

43h 00m

2 stops

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,974

British Airways

4 Nov

SYD16:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 35m

3 stops

SJO20:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Nov

SJO18:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl

43h 00m

2 stops

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,118

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SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

11:15-22:59

2 stops28h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/11

06:22-09:00

2 stops33h 38m

$2,105

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SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

11:15-22:59

2 stops28h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/11

07:00-09:00

2 stops33h 00m

$2,108

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

11:15-22:59

2 stops28h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/11

07:00-09:00

2 stops33h 00m

$2,109

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/10

10:10-11:05

2 stops41h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/11

06:22-09:00

2 stops33h 38m

$2,112

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

13:30-06:37

2 stops33h 07m

Liberia

Tue 4/8

09:03-12:00

2 stops34h 57m

$2,158

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

14:15-08:19

3 stops35h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

04:09-12:35

3 stops39h 26m

$2,200

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Fri 21/8

10:30-11:38

2 stops41h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/9

12:44-06:30

2 stops49h 46m

$2,747

BrisbaneLiberia

BNE - LIR

BNELIR

Brisbane

Sun 12/7

10:30-12:10

2 stops65h 40m

Liberia

Mon 27/7

11:10-06:30

2 stops27h 20m

$3,212

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Fri 21/8

20:05-22:00

3 stops41h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/9

07:10-12:00

3 stops36h 50m

$3,764

BrisbaneLiberia

BNE - LIR

BNELIR

Brisbane

Sun 12/7

09:35-14:40

3 stops45h 05m

Liberia

Mon 27/7

12:35-22:50

3 stops42h 15m

$4,981

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Costa Rica. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,727. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Costa Rica from Australia during January instead. Flights to Costa Rica in January, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $1,864.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Australia to Costa Rica

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 May 2026, there are 4 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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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,893	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,642 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,894	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,075 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $2,552	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,751 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $2,994	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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