Cheap flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica from $1,119

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Multiple Airlines Logo
13:25 - 23:33
MEL
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SJO
26h 08m
2 stops
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00:53 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
43h 07m
2 stops
$1,897Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 May - Mon, 25 May
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13:25 - 08:21
MEL
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SJO
34h 56m
3 stops
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04:10 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
39h 50m
3 stops
$2,144Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 May - Tue, 26 May
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09:45 - 23:33
MEL
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SJO
29h 48m
1 stop
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00:53 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
37h 52m
1 stop
$2,441Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 May - Mon, 25 May
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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m
2 stops
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05:45 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
38h 15m
3 stops
$2,461Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 May - Tue, 26 May
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09:45 - 23:33
MEL
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SJO
29h 48m
1 stop
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00:53 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
43h 07m
2 stops
$2,541Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 May - Mon, 25 May
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10:55 - 10:44
MEL
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LIR
39h 49m
2 stops
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11:49 - 08:15
LIR
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MEL
28h 26m
2 stops
$2,748United Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 10 May
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10:55 - 10:44
MEL
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LIR
39h 49m
2 stops
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11:49 - 08:15
LIR
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MEL
28h 26m
2 stops
$2,755United Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 10 May
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15:10 - 13:20
MEL
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LIR
38h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 22:05
LIR
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MEL
41h 20m
2 stops
$3,125Qatar Airways
Tue, 7 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
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13:35 - 13:40
MEL
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LIR
40h 05m
1 stop
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12:30 - 06:45
LIR
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MEL
50h 15m
2 stops
$3,446American Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 10 May
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13:35 - 13:40
MEL
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LIR
40h 05m
1 stop
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14:10 - 10:20
LIR
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MEL
28h 10m
2 stops
$3,541American Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 10 May

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
Qatar Airways
7 July
MEL15:10Melbourne
38h 10m
2 stops
LIR13:20Liberia
7 Aug
LIR12:45Liberia
41h 20m
2 stops
MEL22:05Melbourne
$3,125
Qatar Airways
20 Apr
MEL22:45Melbourne
56h 20m
2 stops
SJO15:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24 Apr
SJO12:10San José Juan Santamaria Intl
40h 55m
3 stops
MEL21:05Melbourne
$4,208
Qatar Airways
9 May
MEL23:30Melbourne
55h 35m
3 stops
SJO15:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6 June
SJO12:50San José Juan Santamaria Intl
40h 15m
3 stops
MEL21:05Melbourne
$4,295

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
United Airlines
8 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
39h 49m
2 stops
LIR10:44Liberia
10 May
LIR11:49Liberia
28h 26m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,748
United Airlines
8 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
39h 49m
2 stops
LIR10:44Liberia
10 May
LIR11:49Liberia
28h 26m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,755
United Airlines
8 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
39h 49m
2 stops
LIR10:44Liberia
10 May
LIR11:49Liberia
28h 26m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,761

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MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

13:25-23:33

2 stops26h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

00:53-12:00

2 stops43h 07m

$1,897

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

13:25-08:21

3 stops34h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

04:10-12:00

3 stops39h 50m

$2,144
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

09:45-23:33

1 stop29h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

00:53-06:45

1 stop37h 52m

$2,441

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

05:45-12:00

3 stops38h 15m

$2,461

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

09:45-23:33

1 stop29h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

00:53-12:00

2 stops43h 07m

$2,541

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

$2,748

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

$2,755

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Tue 7/7

15:10-13:20

2 stops38h 10m

Liberia

Fri 7/8

12:45-22:05

2 stops41h 20m

$3,125

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

13:35-13:40

1 stop40h 05m

Liberia

Sun 10/5

12:30-06:45

2 stops50h 15m

$3,446

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

13:35-13:40

1 stop40h 05m

Liberia

Sun 10/5

14:10-10:20

2 stops28h 10m

$3,541

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

In general, April 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 $2,592. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Costa Rica from Melbourne during November instead. Flights to Costa Rica in November, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $2,631.

Cheap Melbourne to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Fastest flight time

34h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica takes 34h 35m
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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United AirlinesPriceFrom $2,493Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,552 reviews
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