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$2,107 Cheap flights to Costa Rica

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Flights to San José

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American Airlines
5 Oct
SYD
41h 55m
2 stops
SJO
17 Nov
SJO
33h 38m
2 stops
SYD
$2,107
American Airlines
5 Oct
SYD
41h 55m
2 stops
SJO
17 Nov
SJO
33h 38m
2 stops
SYD
$2,135
American Airlines
5 Oct
SYD
41h 55m
2 stops
SJO
15 Nov
SJO
33h 38m
2 stops
SYD
$2,137
Multiple Airlines
8 Oct
SYD
35h 49m
3 stops
SJO
16 Nov
SJO
48h 56m
3 stops
SYD
$2,155
Multiple Airlines
8 Oct
SYD
35h 04m
3 stops
SJO
14 Nov
SJO
39h 26m
3 stops
SYD
$2,165
Multiple Airlines
8 Oct
SYD
35h 04m
3 stops
SJO
16 Nov
SJO
39h 26m
3 stops
SYD
$2,195
Multiple Airlines
8 Oct
SYD
26h 20m
1 stop
SJO
14 Nov
SJO
35h 42m
1 stop
SYD
$2,237
American Airlines
25 June
SYD
29h 33m
2 stops
SJO
10 July
SJO
39h 24m
2 stops
SYD
$2,243
American Airlines
25 June
SYD
29h 33m
2 stops
SJO
12 July
SJO
33h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,351
Multiple Airlines
16 June
SYD
43h 01m
2 stops
SJO
29 June
SJO
49h 44m
2 stops
SYD
$2,461
Multiple Airlines
8 Oct
SYD
38h 10m
2 stops
SJO
17 Nov
SJO
48h 41m
2 stops
SYD
$2,499
Multiple Airlines
8 Oct
SYD
26h 00m
1 stop
SJO
14 Nov
SJO
36h 17m
2 stops
SYD
$2,510

Flights to Liberia

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American Airlines
1 Nov
MEL
46h 30m
2 stops
LIR
5 Nov
LIR
27h 30m
2 stops
MEL
$2,195
American Airlines
1 Nov
MEL
43h 45m
1 stop
LIR
5 Nov
LIR
27h 30m
2 stops
MEL
$2,876
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
29h 05m
2 stops
MEL
$3,240
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
29h 05m
2 stops
MEL
$3,243
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
40h 20m
2 stops
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
26h 55m
2 stops
MEL
$3,246
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
41h 14m
2 stops
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
29h 05m
2 stops
MEL
$3,248
United Airlines
3 July
MEL
38h 55m
2 stops
LIR
3 Aug
LIR
28h 20m
2 stops
MEL
$3,251
Air Canada
1 Nov
MEL
46h 55m
3 stops
LIR
5 Nov
LIR
53h 40m
3 stops
MEL
$4,307

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American Airlines Logo
10:10 - 11:05
SYD
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SJO
41h 55m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
06:22 - 09:00
SJO
-
SYD
33h 38m
2 stops
$2,135American Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov
American Airlines Logo
10:10 - 11:05
SYD
-
SJO
41h 55m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
06:22 - 09:00
SJO
-
SYD
33h 38m
2 stops
$2,137American Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:15 - 09:04
SYD
-
SJO
35h 49m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:09 - 22:05
SJO
-
SYD
48h 56m
3 stops
$2,155Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:15 - 08:19
SYD
-
SJO
35h 04m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:09 - 12:35
SJO
-
SYD
39h 26m
3 stops
$2,165Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov
American Airlines Logo
09:15 - 14:45
MEL
-
LIR
46h 30m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:10 - 11:40
LIR
-
MEL
27h 30m
2 stops
$2,195American Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov
United Airlines Logo
10:30 - 11:38
BNE
-
SJO
41h 08m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:44 - 06:30
SJO
-
BNE
49h 46m
2 stops
$2,741United Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 22:39
MEL
-
SJO
27h 44m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:40 - 08:15
SJO
-
MEL
33h 35m
2 stops
$2,765United Airlines
Sun, 7 Jun - Sat, 20 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 15:45
PER
-
SJO
55h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:57 - 18:45
SJO
-
PER
39h 48m
2 stops
$3,897Qatar Airways
Sun, 25 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 15:45
PER
-
SJO
55h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:57 - 18:45
SJO
-
PER
39h 48m
2 stops
$3,904Qatar Airways
Sun, 25 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Air Canada Logo
08:00 - 13:55
MEL
-
LIR
46h 55m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
14:55 - 13:35
LIR
-
MEL
53h 40m
3 stops
$4,307Air Canada
Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov

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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 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

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

$2,135

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/10

10:10-11:05

2 stops41h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/11

06:22-09:00

2 stops33h 38m

$2,137

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

14:15-09:04

3 stops35h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

04:09-22:05

3 stops48h 56m

$2,155

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

14:15-08:19

3 stops35h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/11

04:09-12:35

3 stops39h 26m

$2,165

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

09:15-14:45

2 stops46h 30m

Liberia

Thu 5/11

15:10-11:40

2 stops27h 30m

$2,195

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

$2,741
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

10:55-22:39

2 stops27h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 20/6

06:40-08:15

2 stops33h 35m

$2,764

PerthSan José

PER - SJO

PERSJO

Perth

Sun 25/10

22:45-15:45

2 stops55h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 29/10

12:57-18:45

2 stops39h 48m

$3,897

PerthSan José

PER - SJO

PERSJO

Perth

Sun 25/10

22:45-15:45

2 stops55h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 29/10

12:57-18:45

2 stops39h 48m

$3,904

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

08:00-13:55

3 stops46h 55m

Liberia

Thu 5/11

14:55-13:35

3 stops53h 40m

$4,307

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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 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.

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

$1,229

Best Round-Trip Price

$2,135

Fastest flight time

28h 58m
The best one-way flight price to Costa Rica from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,229 (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 $2,135 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The fastest flight to Costa Rica from Australia takes 28h 58m (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 $467 with Alaska Airlines, $622 with Copa Airlines, and $1,889 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 51% 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 May 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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