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$1,537 Cheap flights to Costa Rica

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Flights to San José

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Multiple Airlines
10 May
SYD
26h 30m
2 stops
SJO
18 June
SJO
43h 39m
2 stops
SYD
$1,537
Multiple Airlines
6 May
SYD
26h 35m
2 stops
SJO
9 May
SJO
42h 50m
2 stops
SYD
$1,561
Multiple Airlines
5 Mar
MEL
34h 22m
3 stops
SJO
12 Mar
SJO
28h 46m
3 stops
MEL
$1,625
Multiple Airlines
25 Apr
SYD
33h 45m
2 stops
SJO
2 May
SJO
42h 50m
2 stops
SYD
$1,667
Multiple Airlines
3 Mar
BNE
31h 45m
2 stops
SJO
9 Mar
SJO
35h 32m
1 stop
BNE
$1,776
Multiple Airlines
15 June
SYD
30h 30m
2 stops
SJO
22 June
SJO
34h 00m
2 stops
SYD
$1,776
Multiple Airlines
3 Mar
BNE
28h 40m
2 stops
SJO
10 Mar
SJO
50h 52m
2 stops
BNE
$1,778
Multiple Airlines
3 Mar
BNE
35h 52m
3 stops
SJO
10 Mar
SJO
27h 56m
3 stops
BNE
$1,845
Multiple Airlines
10 May
SYD
30h 35m
1 stop
SJO
18 June
SJO
37h 54m
1 stop
SYD
$1,883
Multiple Airlines
19 Apr
MEL
26h 23m
2 stops
SJO
26 Apr
SJO
37h 50m
1 stop
MEL
$1,892
Multiple Airlines
27 Apr
BNE
32h 33m
2 stops
SJO
7 May
SJO
27h 57m
2 stops
BNE
$1,926
Multiple Airlines
25 Apr
SYD
30h 35m
1 stop
SJO
2 May
SJO
38h 35m
1 stop
SYD
$1,927

Flights to Liberia

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United Airlines
19 Feb
MEL
41h 10m
2 stops
LIR
23 Feb
LIR
27h 40m
2 stops
MEL
$2,724
United Airlines
19 Feb
MEL
42h 40m
2 stops
LIR
23 Feb
LIR
26h 10m
2 stops
MEL
$2,730
United Airlines
19 Feb
MEL
40h 55m
2 stops
LIR
23 Feb
LIR
27h 40m
2 stops
MEL
$2,749
United Airlines
19 Feb
MEL
44h 08m
2 stops
LIR
23 Feb
LIR
26h 10m
2 stops
MEL
$2,754
Air Canada
19 Feb
MEL
47h 45m
3 stops
LIR
23 Feb
LIR
54h 50m
3 stops
MEL
$6,589
Air Canada
19 Feb
MEL
47h 45m
3 stops
LIR
23 Feb
LIR
52h 50m
3 stops
MEL
$7,151
Air Canada
19 Feb
MEL
47h 45m
3 stops
LIR
23 Feb
LIR
52h 50m
3 stops
MEL
$7,164

Find the cheapest flights from Australia to Costa Rica

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Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 23:45
SYD
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SJO
26h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:11 - 12:50
SJO
-
SYD
43h 39m
2 stops
$1,537Multiple Airlines
Sun, 10 May - Thu, 18 Jun
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13:10 - 23:45
SYD
-
SJO
26h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:55 - 11:45
SJO
-
SYD
42h 50m
2 stops
$1,561Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Sat, 9 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:55 - 07:17
MEL
-
SJO
34h 22m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:39 - 12:25
SJO
-
MEL
28h 46m
3 stops
$1,625Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:45
SYD
-
SJO
33h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:55 - 11:45
SJO
-
SYD
42h 50m
2 stops
$1,667Multiple Airlines
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:40 - 11:25
BNE
-
SJO
31h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:28 - 05:00
SJO
-
BNE
35h 32m
1 stop
$1,776Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
Air Canada Logo
10:00 - 22:10
BNE
-
SJO
52h 10m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
08:00 - 07:05
SJO
-
BNE
55h 05m
2 stops
$1,993Air Canada
Mon, 27 Apr - Sun, 10 May
Air Canada Logo
19:05 - 21:35
BNE
-
SJO
42h 30m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
07:15 - 07:05
SJO
-
BNE
55h 50m
2 stops
$2,163Air Canada
Mon, 27 Apr - Thu, 7 May
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 13:10
MEL
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LIR
41h 10m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:50 - 09:30
LIR
-
MEL
27h 40m
2 stops
$2,724United Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 13:10
MEL
-
LIR
42h 40m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
14:20 - 09:30
LIR
-
MEL
26h 10m
2 stops
$2,730United Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
American Airlines Logo
13:25 - 13:22
ADL
-
SJO
63h 27m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:59 - 13:40
SJO
-
ADL
46h 11m
2 stops
$3,597American Airlines
Sun, 17 May - Thu, 21 May

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Locate flights to Costa Rica that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 78,305 searches and data was last updated on 5 February 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/5

13:15-23:45

2 stops26h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 18/6

01:11-12:50

2 stops43h 39m

$1,537

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

13:10-23:45

2 stops26h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

00:55-11:45

2 stops42h 50m

$1,561

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

13:55-07:17

3 stops34h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/3

14:39-12:25

3 stops28h 46m

$1,625

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

06:00-23:45

2 stops33h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/5

00:55-11:45

2 stops42h 50m

$1,667

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Tue 3/3

19:40-11:25

2 stops31h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

01:28-05:00

1 stop35h 32m

$1,776

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Mon 27/4

10:00-22:10

2 stops52h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

08:00-07:05

2 stops55h 05m

$1,993

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Mon 27/4

19:05-21:35

3 stops42h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

07:15-07:05

2 stops55h 50m

$2,163

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

13:00-13:10

2 stops41h 10m

Liberia

Mon 23/2

12:50-09:30

2 stops27h 40m

$2,724

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:30-13:10

2 stops42h 40m

Liberia

Mon 23/2

14:20-09:30

2 stops26h 10m

$2,730

AdelaideSan José

ADL - SJO

ADLSJO

Adelaide

Sun 17/5

13:25-13:22

2 stops63h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 21/5

23:59-13:40

2 stops46h 11m

$3,597

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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 59% 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.

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Cheap Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Summary info about Costa Rica flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$653

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,537

Fastest flight time

34h 22m
The best one-way flight price to Costa Rica from Australia in the last 72 hours is $653 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The best round-trip flight price to Costa Rica from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,537 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The fastest flight to Costa Rica from Australia takes 34h 22m (Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest flight to Costa Rica?

The cheapest flights to Costa Rica recently found by momondo users are $463 with Alaska Airlines, $1,810 with Air Canada, and $1,926 with American Airlines.

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

Of the 4 airlines that fly to Costa Rica, United Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. United Airlines is the most popular among the three airlines, with 59% of users choosing them for their travels to Costa Rica.

What is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to, with 86% of all users travelling to Costa Rica opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in San José, which is the city in Costa Rica that is closest to San José Juan Santamaria Intl, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

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

Prices for flights to Costa Rica refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights to Costa Rica is 5 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to Costa Rica.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Costa Rica can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Costa Rica. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Costa Rica?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Costa Rica on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Costa Rica that suits you.

Can I find flights to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Costa Rica on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Costa Rica?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Costa Rica.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Costa Rica. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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Melbourne to San José flightsfrom $1,625
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