Cheap flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica from $2,114

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13:30 - 23:33
MEL
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SJO
26h 03m
2 stops
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00:53 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
43h 07m
2 stops
$2,114Multiple Airlines
Thu, 21 May - Wed, 27 May
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13:30 - 08:21
MEL
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SJO
34h 51m
3 stops
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04:10 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
39h 50m
3 stops
$2,157Multiple Airlines
Thu, 21 May - Thu, 28 May
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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m
2 stops
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05:05 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
33h 40m
2 stops
$2,419Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Wed, 13 May
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09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m
2 stops
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00:53 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
37h 52m
1 stop
$2,424Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Sat, 16 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 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
33h 00m
2 stops
$2,426Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 14 May
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09:45 - 11:24
MEL
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LIR
41h 39m
2 stops
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14:40 - 06:45
LIR
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MEL
48h 05m
2 stops
$3,504American Airlines
Sat, 9 May - Wed, 13 May
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09:45 - 11:28
MEL
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LIR
41h 43m
2 stops
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14:40 - 06:45
LIR
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MEL
48h 05m
2 stops
$3,505American Airlines
Sat, 9 May - Wed, 13 May
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09:45 - 11:24
MEL
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LIR
41h 39m
2 stops
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14:10 - 06:45
LIR
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MEL
48h 35m
2 stops
$3,506American Airlines
Sat, 9 May - Wed, 13 May
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12:00 - 14:41
MEL
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LIR
42h 41m
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12:35 - 22:05
LIR
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MEL
41h 30m
2 stops
$4,586Qatar Airways
Sun, 26 Jul - Tue, 18 Aug
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12:00 - 14:41
MEL
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LIR
42h 41m
3 stops
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12:35 - 08:20
LIR
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MEL
51h 45m
3 stops
$5,034Qatar Airways
Sun, 26 Jul - Tue, 18 Aug

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United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
United Airlines
27 Apr
MEL10:55Melbourne
49h 24m
2 stops
SJO20:19San José Juan Santamaria Intl
2 May
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,741
United Airlines
9 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
36h 20m
1 stop
SJO07:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6 June
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,744
United Airlines
9 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
34h 35m
2 stops
SJO05:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
5 June
SJO00:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 45m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,745

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
American Airlines
17 Aug
MEL09:45Melbourne
44h 07m
2 stops
SJO13:52San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19 Aug
SJO13:08San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 52m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,937
American Airlines
17 Aug
MEL09:45Melbourne
44h 07m
2 stops
SJO13:52San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19 Aug
SJO13:08San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 52m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,938
American Airlines
17 Aug
MEL09:45Melbourne
44h 07m
2 stops
SJO13:52San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19 Aug
SJO13:08San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 52m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,939

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica 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 22 April 2026.
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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

Wed 27/5

00:53-12:00

2 stops43h 07m

$2,114

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

13:30-08:21

3 stops34h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 28/5

04:10-12:00

3 stops39h 50m

$2,157

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

05:05-06:45

2 stops33h 40m

$2,419

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

00:53-06:45

1 stop37h 52m

$2,424
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 14/5

05:45-06:45

2 stops33h 00m

$2,426

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

09:45-11:24

2 stops41h 39m

Liberia

Wed 13/5

14:40-06:45

2 stops48h 05m

$3,504

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

09:45-11:28

2 stops41h 43m

Liberia

Wed 13/5

14:40-06:45

2 stops48h 05m

$3,505

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

09:45-11:24

2 stops41h 39m

Liberia

Wed 13/5

14:10-06:45

2 stops48h 35m

$3,506

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

12:00-14:41

3 stops42h 41m

Liberia

Tue 18/8

12:35-22:05

2 stops41h 30m

$4,586

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

12:00-14:41

3 stops42h 41m

Liberia

Tue 18/8

12:35-08:20

3 stops51h 45m

$5,034

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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 $2,513. 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 $2,551.

Cheap Melbourne to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

29h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica takes 29h 45m
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 $2,417Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,625 reviews
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