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$2,078 Cheap flights to Costa Rica

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Flights to San José

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American Airlines
6 June
SYD
42h 40m
2 stops
SJO
10 June
SJO
32h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,078
American Airlines
2 May
SYD
28h 26m
2 stops
SJO
5 May
SJO
32h 35m
2 stops
SYD
$2,093
American Airlines
24 July
SYD
26h 16m
2 stops
SJO
26 July
SJO
33h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,099
American Airlines
6 June
SYD
42h 40m
2 stops
SJO
10 June
SJO
32h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,101
American Airlines
6 June
SYD
29h 32m
2 stops
SJO
10 June
SJO
32h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,108
American Airlines
2 May
SYD
25h 57m
2 stops
SJO
5 May
SJO
32h 35m
2 stops
SYD
$2,110
Multiple Airlines
31 May
MEL
29h 30m
2 stops
SJO
7 June
SJO
33h 00m
2 stops
MEL
$2,400
Multiple Airlines
29 May
MEL
31h 35m
2 stops
SJO
4 June
SJO
37h 52m
1 stop
MEL
$2,436
Multiple Airlines
31 May
MEL
29h 48m
1 stop
SJO
6 June
SJO
37h 52m
1 stop
MEL
$2,441
Multiple Airlines
30 May
MEL
29h 48m
1 stop
SJO
6 June
SJO
33h 00m
2 stops
MEL
$2,458
Multiple Airlines
12 May
BNE
52h 55m
3 stops
SJO
18 May
SJO
36h 07m
1 stop
BNE
$2,469
Multiple Airlines
31 May
MEL
29h 48m
1 stop
SJO
7 June
SJO
33h 40m
2 stops
MEL
$2,472

Flights to Liberia

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Multiple Airlines
29 May
MEL
36h 35m
1 stop
LIR
5 June
LIR
27h 25m
1 stop
MEL
$2,838
United Airlines
30 May
MEL
24h 56m
2 stops
LIR
6 June
LIR
31h 45m
1 stop
MEL
$2,886
Multiple Airlines
29 May
MEL
37h 35m
2 stops
LIR
5 June
LIR
27h 25m
1 stop
MEL
$2,915
Multiple Airlines
29 May
MEL
36h 35m
1 stop
LIR
5 June
LIR
44h 45m
3 stops
MEL
$2,968
United Airlines
28 Aug
BNE
41h 40m
2 stops
LIR
1 Sept
LIR
49h 10m
2 stops
BNE
$3,205
United Airlines
30 May
MEL
24h 56m
2 stops
LIR
6 June
LIR
34h 05m
2 stops
MEL
$3,220
American Airlines
28 Aug
BNE
57h 03m
2 stops
LIR
1 Sept
LIR
48h 25m
2 stops
BNE
$3,333
United Airlines
30 May
MEL
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR
6 June
LIR
31h 45m
1 stop
MEL
$3,368
American Airlines
8 May
MEL
40h 05m
1 stop
LIR
10 May
LIR
50h 15m
2 stops
MEL
$3,401
American Airlines
9 May
MEL
41h 39m
2 stops
LIR
13 May
LIR
48h 35m
2 stops
MEL
$3,475
American Airlines
9 May
MEL
41h 43m
2 stops
LIR
13 May
LIR
48h 35m
2 stops
MEL
$3,492
American Airlines
8 May
MEL
38h 00m
2 stops
LIR
10 May
LIR
31h 00m
2 stops
MEL
$3,502

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American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 11:50
SYD
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SJO
42h 40m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
32h 05m
2 stops
$2,078American Airlines
Sat, 6 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 21:36
SYD
-
SJO
28h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
06:30 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
32h 35m
2 stops
$2,093American Airlines
Sat, 2 May - Tue, 5 May
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 19:26
SYD
-
SJO
26h 16m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
33h 05m
2 stops
$2,099American Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 11:50
SYD
-
SJO
42h 40m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
32h 05m
2 stops
$2,101American Airlines
Sat, 6 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 22:42
SYD
-
SJO
29h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
32h 05m
2 stops
$2,108American Airlines
Sat, 6 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:45 - 23:15
MEL
-
SJO
29h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:45 - 06:45
SJO
-
MEL
33h 00m
2 stops
$2,400Multiple Airlines
Sun, 31 May - Sun, 7 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:45 - 23:33
MEL
-
SJO
29h 48m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:45 - 06:45
SJO
-
MEL
33h 00m
2 stops
$2,422Multiple Airlines
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 4 Jun
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 10:44
MEL
-
LIR
39h 49m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:49 - 08:15
LIR
-
MEL
28h 26m
2 stops
$2,698United Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 10 May
United Airlines Logo
06:55 - 07:15
BNE
-
SJO
40h 20m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
13:25 - 06:30
SJO
-
BNE
49h 05m
2 stops
$2,745United Airlines
Mon, 27 Apr - Thu, 7 May
Qatar Airways Logo
18:20 - 15:05
ADL
-
SJO
60h 15m
3 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
16:30 - 21:10
SJO
-
ADL
61h 10m
3 stops
$3,970Qatar Airways
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 1 Jun

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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 18 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

09:10-11:50

2 stops42h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

07:00-07:05

2 stops32h 05m

$2,078

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

09:10-21:36

2 stops28h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/5

06:30-07:05

2 stops32h 35m

$2,093
Fastest return journey

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/7

09:10-19:26

2 stops26h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/7

06:00-07:05

2 stops33h 05m

$2,099

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

09:10-11:50

2 stops42h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

07:00-07:05

2 stops32h 05m

$2,101

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

$2,108

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/6

05:45-06:45

2 stops33h 00m

$2,400

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

09:45-23:33

1 stop29h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/6

05:45-06:45

2 stops33h 00m

$2,422

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

10:55-10:44

2 stops39h 49m

Liberia

Sun 10/5

11:49-08:15

2 stops28h 26m

$2,698

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Mon 27/4

06:55-07:15

2 stops40h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

13:25-06:30

2 stops49h 05m

$2,745

AdelaideSan José

ADL - SJO

ADLSJO

Adelaide

Mon 11/5

18:20-15:05

3 stops60h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/6

16:30-21:10

3 stops61h 10m

$3,970

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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 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.

Cheapest flights to cities in Costa Rica

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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

$1,031

Best Round-Trip Price

$2,078

Fastest flight time

33h 25m
The best one-way flight price to Costa Rica from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,031 (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 $2,078 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The fastest flight to Costa Rica from Australia takes 33h 25m (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 $465 with Alaska Airlines, $620 with Copa Airlines, and $1,882 with American Airlines.

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

Of the 3 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 58% 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 89% 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 April 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 $2,400
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