Cheap flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica from $896

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09:45 - 09:20MEL-SJO
40h 35m2 stops
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06:00 - 09:30SJO-MEL
34h 30m2 stops
$1,872
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Sun, 19 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
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09:45 - 23:35MEL-SJO
30h 50m3 stops
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06:00 - 09:30SJO-MEL
34h 30m2 stops
$1,894
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Sun, 19 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
Air Canada Logo
08:00 - 14:45MEL-LIR
47h 45m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
15:45 - 13:35LIR-MEL
52h 50m3 stops
$2,690Air Canada
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Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 16:08MEL-LIR
45h 38m2 stops
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08:35 - 09:30LIR-MEL
31h 55m2 stops
$2,804United Airlines
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Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 12:26MEL-SJO
41h 31m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:55 - 09:15SJO-MEL
56h 20m2 stops
$2,812United Airlines
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Fri, 3 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 14:04MEL-LIR
38h 59m1 stop
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14:59 - 11:25LIR-MEL
27h 26m2 stops
$2,839American Airlines
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Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 14:04MEL-LIR
38h 59m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
14:59 - 11:25LIR-MEL
27h 26m2 stops
$2,856American Airlines
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Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
Air Canada Logo
07:00 - 14:45MEL-LIR
48h 45m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
15:45 - 15:35LIR-MEL
54h 50m3 stops
$2,932Air Canada
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Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:30 - 15:35MEL-SJO
44h 05m2 stops
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17:00 - 05:25SJO-MEL
43h 25m3 stops
$4,496LATAM Airlines
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Sun, 7 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
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12:30 - 15:35MEL-SJO
44h 05m2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
17:00 - 05:25SJO-MEL
43h 25m3 stops
$4,682LATAM Airlines
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Fri, 19 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan

LATAM Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
LATAM Airlines
7 Dec
MEL12:30Melbourne
44h 05m
2 stops
SJO15:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15 Jan
SJO17:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 25m
3 stops
MEL05:25Melbourne
LATAM Airlines
19 Dec
MEL12:30Melbourne
44h 05m
2 stops
SJO15:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15 Jan
SJO17:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 25m
3 stops
MEL05:25Melbourne
LATAM Airlines
7 Dec
MEL12:30Melbourne
44h 05m
2 stops
SJO15:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15 Jan
SJO17:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 25m
3 stops
MEL05:25Melbourne

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
American Airlines
18 Jan
MEL16:05Melbourne
38h 59m
1 stop
LIR14:04Liberia
2 Feb
LIR14:59Liberia
27h 26m
2 stops
MEL11:25Melbourne
American Airlines
18 Jan
MEL16:05Melbourne
38h 59m
1 stop
LIR14:04Liberia
2 Feb
LIR14:59Liberia
27h 26m
2 stops
MEL11:25Melbourne
American Airlines
5 Jan
MEL13:55Melbourne
41h 09m
2 stops
LIR14:04Liberia
24 Jan
LIR14:59Liberia
45h 01m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne

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MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

09:45-09:20

2 stops40h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/10

06:00-09:30

2 stops34h 30m

$1,872

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

09:45-23:35

3 stops30h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/10

06:00-09:30

2 stops34h 30m

$1,894

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

08:00-14:45

3 stops47h 45m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

15:45-13:35

3 stops52h 50m

$2,690

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

11:30-16:08

2 stops45h 38m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

08:35-09:30

2 stops31h 55m

$2,804

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 3/10

10:55-12:26

2 stops41h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

07:55-09:15

2 stops56h 20m

$2,812

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

16:05-14:04

1 stop38h 59m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

14:59-11:25

2 stops27h 26m

$2,839

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

16:05-14:04

1 stop38h 59m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

14:59-11:25

2 stops27h 26m

$2,856

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

07:00-14:45

3 stops48h 45m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

15:45-15:35

3 stops54h 50m

$2,932

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

12:30-15:35

2 stops44h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 15/1

17:00-05:25

3 stops43h 25m

$4,496

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 19/12

12:30-15:35

2 stops44h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 15/1

17:00-05:25

3 stops43h 25m

$4,682

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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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 $2,745. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Costa Rica from Melbourne during March instead. Flights to Costa Rica in March, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $2,771.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Melbourne. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $2,825. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $3,762. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne to Costa Rica at midday for as low as $2,981. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Costa Rica, so prices are often more expensive at around $3,230 per ticket.

Cheap Melbourne to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

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There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Costa Rica.
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  • 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 $2,638Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,934 reviews
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