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$2,103 Cheap flights to Costa Rica

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Flights to San José

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American Airlines
15 Aug
SYD
42h 24m
2 stops
SJO
13 Sept
SJO
32h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,103
American Airlines
25 May
SYD
42h 40m
2 stops
SJO
29 May
SJO
39h 06m
2 stops
SYD
$2,109
American Airlines
27 May
SYD
29h 32m
2 stops
SJO
3 June
SJO
32h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,110
American Airlines
25 May
SYD
26h 14m
2 stops
SJO
29 May
SJO
39h 06m
2 stops
SYD
$2,117
Multiple Airlines
21 May
MEL
26h 03m
2 stops
SJO
18 June
SJO
42h 54m
2 stops
MEL
$2,158
Multiple Airlines
22 May
MEL
26h 03m
2 stops
SJO
18 June
SJO
42h 54m
2 stops
MEL
$2,159
Multiple Airlines
27 May
SYD
21h 43m
1 stop
SJO
2 June
SJO
38h 37m
1 stop
SYD
$2,179
Multiple Airlines
27 May
SYD
21h 43m
1 stop
SJO
2 June
SJO
38h 37m
1 stop
SYD
$2,205
American Airlines
10 July
SYD
29h 28m
2 stops
SJO
17 July
SJO
48h 54m
2 stops
SYD
$2,209
Multiple Airlines
27 May
SYD
30h 31m
2 stops
SJO
3 June
SJO
35h 20m
2 stops
SYD
$2,218
Multiple Airlines
15 Oct
SYD
35h 04m
3 stops
SJO
26 Oct
SJO
39h 26m
3 stops
SYD
$2,233
Multiple Airlines
10 Oct
SYD
43h 19m
3 stops
SJO
22 Oct
SJO
49h 17m
3 stops
SYD
$2,242

Flights to Liberia

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Multiple Airlines
6 Aug
BNE
35h 14m
2 stops
LIR
14 Aug
LIR
57h 21m
2 stops
BNE
$2,486
Multiple Airlines
3 July
MEL
33h 07m
2 stops
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
35h 22m
2 stops
MEL
$2,618
Multiple Airlines
6 July
MEL
33h 07m
2 stops
LIR
5 Aug
LIR
34h 57m
2 stops
MEL
$2,619
Multiple Airlines
6 July
MEL
33h 07m
2 stops
LIR
8 Aug
LIR
34h 57m
2 stops
MEL
$2,782
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
28h 20m
2 stops
MEL
$3,206
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
40h 20m
2 stops
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
28h 20m
2 stops
MEL
$3,207
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
27h 41m
2 stops
MEL
$3,215
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
47h 45m
2 stops
MEL
$3,217
United Airlines
6 July
MEL
43h 30m
2 stops
LIR
5 Aug
LIR
26h 10m
2 stops
MEL
$3,220
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
40h 58m
2 stops
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
28h 20m
2 stops
MEL
$3,222
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
42h 23m
2 stops
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
26h 55m
2 stops
MEL
$3,224
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
28h 26m
2 stops
MEL
$3,227

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Recent return flight deals from Australia to Costa Rica

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American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 11:34
SYD
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SJO
42h 24m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
32h 05m
2 stops
$2,103American Airlines
Sat, 15 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 19:52
SYD
-
SJO
26h 42m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:59 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
50h 06m
2 stops
$2,107American Airlines
Mon, 31 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
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
$2,110American Airlines
Wed, 27 May - Wed, 3 Jun
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 19:24
SYD
-
SJO
26h 14m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:59 - 07:05
SJO
-
SYD
39h 06m
2 stops
$2,117American Airlines
Mon, 25 May - Fri, 29 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 23:33
MEL
-
SJO
26h 03m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:06 - 12:00
SJO
-
MEL
42h 54m
2 stops
$2,158Multiple Airlines
Thu, 21 May - Thu, 18 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 23:33
MEL
-
SJO
26h 03m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:06 - 12:00
SJO
-
MEL
42h 54m
2 stops
$2,159Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Thu, 18 Jun
United Airlines Logo
10:30 - 22:39
BNE
-
SJO
28h 09m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:44 - 06:30
SJO
-
BNE
49h 46m
2 stops
$2,752United Airlines
Sun, 7 Jun - Tue, 4 Aug
United Airlines Logo
10:30 - 07:15
BNE
-
SJO
36h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
07:15 - 06:30
SJO
-
BNE
55h 15m
2 stops
$2,755United Airlines
Sun, 7 Jun - Tue, 4 Aug
United Airlines Logo
10:30 - 12:21
BNE
-
SJO
41h 51m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:55 - 06:30
SJO
-
BNE
30h 35m
2 stops
$2,761United Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
United Airlines Logo
10:30 - 10:11
BNE
-
SJO
39h 41m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
13:25 - 06:30
SJO
-
BNE
49h 05m
2 stops
$2,762United Airlines
Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 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 30 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/8

09:10-11:34

2 stops42h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 13/9

07:00-07:05

2 stops32h 05m

$2,103

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

09:10-19:52

2 stops26h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/9

12:59-07:05

2 stops50h 06m

$2,107
Fastest return journey

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

09:10-22:42

2 stops29h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/6

07:00-07:05

2 stops32h 05m

$2,110

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

09:10-19:24

2 stops26h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

23:59-07:05

2 stops39h 06m

$2,117

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

13:30-23:33

2 stops26h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 18/6

01:06-12:00

2 stops42h 54m

$2,158

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

13:30-23:33

2 stops26h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 18/6

01:06-12:00

2 stops42h 54m

$2,159

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Sun 7/6

10:30-22:39

2 stops28h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

12:44-06:30

2 stops49h 46m

$2,752

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Sun 7/6

10:30-07:15

1 stop36h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

07:15-06:30

2 stops55h 15m

$2,755

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Mon 5/10

10:30-12:21

2 stops41h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 19/10

07:55-06:30

2 stops30h 35m

$2,761

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Tue 26/5

10:30-10:11

2 stops39h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

13:25-06:30

2 stops49h 05m

$2,762

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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 54% 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

$1,335

Best Round-Trip Price

$2,103

Fastest flight time

21h 43m
The best one-way flight price to Costa Rica from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,335 (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 $2,103 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The fastest flight to Costa Rica from Australia takes 21h 43m (Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 $467 with Alaska Airlines, $623 with Copa Airlines, and $1,890 with American Airlines.

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

Of the 4 airlines that fly to Costa Rica, United Airlines, American Airlines and Air Canada happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. United Airlines is the most popular among the three airlines, with 54% 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 6 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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