Cheap flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica from $1,829

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13:30 - 23:33
MEL
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SJO
26h 03m
2 stops
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01:06 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
42h 54m
2 stops
$2,148Multiple Airlines
Thu, 21 May - Thu, 18 Jun
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13:30 - 23:33
MEL
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SJO
26h 03m
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01:06 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
42h 54m
2 stops
$2,150Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Thu, 18 Jun
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13:30 - 21:47
MEL
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SJO
48h 17m
3 stops
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04:10 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
39h 50m
3 stops
$2,329Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Fri, 19 Jun
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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m
2 stops
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05:45 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
33h 00m
2 stops
$2,385Multiple Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Sat, 30 May
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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m
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05:45 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
33h 00m
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$2,389Multiple Airlines
Sat, 9 May - Sat, 6 Jun
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09:45 - 23:33
MEL
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SJO
29h 48m
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00:53 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
37h 52m
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$2,540Multiple Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Fri, 29 May
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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m
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05:45 - 13:35
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MEL
39h 50m
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$2,543Multiple Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Sat, 30 May
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09:45 - 23:45
MEL
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SJO
30h 00m
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00:53 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
37h 52m
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$2,544Multiple Airlines
Sat, 9 May - Fri, 5 Jun
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10:55 - 09:50
MEL
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LIR
38h 55m
2 stops
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13:20 - 07:30
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MEL
26h 10m
2 stops
$3,192United Airlines
Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
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09:30 - 09:50
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LIR
40h 20m
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11:10 - 07:30
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MEL
28h 20m
2 stops
$3,193United Airlines
Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug

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American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
American Airlines
9 May
MEL09:45Melbourne
41h 39m
2 stops
LIR11:24Liberia
13 May
LIR14:10Liberia
48h 35m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,489
American Airlines
13 July
MEL13:35Melbourne
38h 21m
2 stops
SJO11:56San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19 July
SJO06:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 45m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,501
American Airlines
6 July
MEL13:35Melbourne
40h 07m
1 stop
LIR13:42Liberia
5 Aug
LIR12:35Liberia
50h 10m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,944

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
United Airlines
9 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
34h 35m
2 stops
SJO05:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6 June
SJO13:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
50h 50m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,731
United Airlines
9 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
34h 35m
2 stops
SJO05:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6 June
SJO13:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
50h 50m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,732
United Airlines
9 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
34h 35m
2 stops
SJO05:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6 June
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,735

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Cheapest return flight

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

$2,148

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

$2,150

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

13:30-21:47

3 stops48h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 19/6

04:10-12:00

3 stops39h 50m

$2,329
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 30/5

05:45-06:45

2 stops33h 00m

$2,385

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

05:45-06:45

2 stops33h 00m

$2,389

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-23:33

1 stop29h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

00:53-06:45

1 stop37h 52m

$2,540

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 30/5

05:45-13:35

3 stops39h 50m

$2,543

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

09:45-23:45

1 stop30h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

00:53-06:45

1 stop37h 52m

$2,544

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:55-09:50

2 stops38h 55m

Liberia

Mon 3/8

13:20-07:30

2 stops26h 10m

$3,192

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

09:30-09:50

2 stops40h 20m

Liberia

Mon 3/8

11:10-07:30

2 stops28h 20m

$3,193

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Costa Rica. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,782. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Costa Rica from Melbourne during January instead. Flights to Costa Rica in January, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $2,302.

Cheap Melbourne to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

26h 09m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica takes 26h 09m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Costa Rica.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica are updated daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Costa Rica?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Costa Rica.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Costa Rica 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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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Rating
Free cancellation
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $2,412Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,680 reviews
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