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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San José from $2,191

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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m2 stops
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06:10 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
32h 35m2 stops
$2,191Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Tue, 26 May
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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m2 stops
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06:10 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
37h 50m3 stops
$2,649Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Tue, 26 May
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11:30 - 20:39
MEL
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SJO
26h 09m2 stops
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08:40 - 09:00
SJO
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MEL
31h 20m1 stop
$2,809United Airlines
Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
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11:30 - 20:39
MEL
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SJO
26h 09m2 stops
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05:30 - 08:30
SJO
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MEL
34h 00m2 stops
$2,810United Airlines
Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
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10:55 - 07:15
MEL
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SJO
36h 20m1 stop
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08:45 - 08:15
SJO
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MEL
31h 30m1 stop
$2,824United Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Mon, 11 May
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09:30 - 19:37
MEL
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SJO
26h 07m2 stops
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07:55 - 08:15
SJO
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MEL
32h 20m2 stops
$2,827United Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sat, 16 May
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08:00 - 00:05
MEL
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SJO
33h 05m3 stops
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07:35 - 12:35
SJO
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MEL
36h 00m3 stops
$3,389Air Canada
Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
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08:00 - 00:05
MEL
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SJO
33h 05m3 stops
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07:35 - 12:35
SJO
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MEL
36h 00m3 stops
$3,391Air Canada
Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
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06:00 - 22:00
MEL
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SJO
32h 00m3 stops
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08:00 - 11:25
SJO
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MEL
35h 25m3 stops
$3,652Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Tue, 26 May
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09:45 - 23:42
MEL
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SJO
29h 57m1 stop
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01:06 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
37h 39m1 stop
$3,807Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Mon, 25 May

United Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
6 Mar
MEL11:30Melbourne
28h 02m
2 stops
SJO22:32San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9 Mar
SJO07:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 45m
2 stops
MEL08:30Melbourne
$2,809
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United Airlines
6 Mar
MEL11:30Melbourne
26h 09m
2 stops
SJO20:39San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9 Mar
SJO05:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 00m
2 stops
MEL08:30Melbourne
$2,810
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United Airlines
7 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
36h 20m
1 stop
SJO07:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11 May
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,824
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Air Canada flights from Melbourne Airport to San José

Our best Air Canada deals on Melbourne Airport to San José flight tickets
Air Canada
6 Mar
MEL08:00Melbourne
33h 05m
3 stops
SJO00:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9 Mar
SJO07:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
36h 00m
3 stops
MEL12:35Melbourne
$3,389
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Air Canada
6 Mar
MEL08:00Melbourne
33h 05m
3 stops
SJO00:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9 Mar
SJO07:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
36h 00m
3 stops
MEL12:35Melbourne
$3,391
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2025.
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Price

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

06:10-06:45

2 stops32h 35m

$2,191

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

06:10-12:00

3 stops37h 50m

$2,649

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

11:30-20:39

2 stops26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

08:40-09:00

1 stop31h 20m

$2,809

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

11:30-20:39

2 stops26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

05:30-08:30

2 stops34h 00m

$2,810

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/5

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,824

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

09:30-19:37

2 stops26h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

07:55-08:15

2 stops32h 20m

$2,827

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

08:00-00:05

3 stops33h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

07:35-12:35

3 stops36h 00m

$3,389

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

08:00-00:05

3 stops33h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

07:35-12:35

3 stops36h 00m

$3,391

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

06:00-22:00

3 stops32h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

08:00-11:25

3 stops35h 25m

$3,652

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:45-23:42

1 stop29h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

01:06-06:45

1 stop37h 39m

$3,807

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to San José

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $2,717. If you are unable to visit San José during the month of August, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,720.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $2,802. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $3,732. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San José.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San José is at midday. Flights from Melbourne Airport to San José during this time can be as low as $2,957. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is in the morning when prices are around $3,204.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to San José flight.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to San José (MEL to SJO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to San José

Fastest flight time

28h 02m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to San José takes 28h 02m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to San José.
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  • How far is Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    There are 14238.6 km between Melbourne and San José Juan Santamaria Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 28h 02m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to San José?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San José

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $2,617Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,099 reviews
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