Cheap flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica from $1,257

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13:30 - 06:37
MEL
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LIR
33h 07m
2 stops
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09:03 - 12:00
LIR
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MEL
34h 57m
2 stops
$2,158Multiple Airlines
Sat, 18 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug
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09:45 - 06:37
MEL
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LIR
36h 52m
1 stop
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09:03 - 06:45
LIR
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MEL
29h 42m
1 stop
$2,604Multiple Airlines
Sat, 18 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug
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09:30 - 23:40
MEL
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SJO
30h 10m
2 stops
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05:05 - 07:30
SJO
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MEL
34h 25m
2 stops
$2,622Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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09:45 - 17:29
MEL
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LIR
23h 44m
1 stop
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09:03 - 11:10
LIR
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MEL
34h 07m
2 stops
$2,693Multiple Airlines
Sat, 18 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug
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13:30 - 06:37
MEL
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LIR
33h 07m
2 stops
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09:03 - 07:35
LIR
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MEL
54h 32m
3 stops
$2,773Multiple Airlines
Sat, 18 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug
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20:50 - 06:37
MEL
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LIR
49h 47m
2 stops
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09:03 - 06:45
LIR
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MEL
29h 42m
1 stop
$2,814Multiple Airlines
Sat, 18 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
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10:55 - 18:19
MEL
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LIR
23h 24m
1 stop
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16:30 - 08:15
LIR
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MEL
47h 45m
2 stops
$3,213United Airlines
Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
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10:55 - 18:19
MEL
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LIR
23h 24m
1 stop
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11:49 - 08:15
LIR
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MEL
28h 26m
2 stops
$3,215United Airlines
Fri, 3 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
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09:00 - 22:38
MEL
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SJO
29h 38m
2 stops
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06:00 - 06:45
SJO
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MEL
32h 45m
2 stops
$3,569American Airlines
Thu, 2 Jul - Thu, 9 Jul
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07:25 - 15:40
MEL
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SJO
48h 15m
3 stops
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16:55 - 05:40
SJO
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MEL
44h 45m
2 stops
$3,984LATAM Airlines
Thu, 2 Jul - Thu, 9 Jul

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
United Airlines
3 July
MEL10:55Melbourne
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR18:19Liberia
3 Aug
LIR16:30Liberia
47h 45m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$3,213
United Airlines
3 July
MEL10:55Melbourne
23h 24m
1 stop
LIR18:19Liberia
3 Aug
LIR11:49Liberia
28h 26m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$3,215
United Airlines
3 July
MEL09:30Melbourne
42h 23m
2 stops
LIR11:53Liberia
3 Aug
LIR11:10Liberia
28h 20m
2 stops
MEL07:30Melbourne
$3,219

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
American Airlines
2 July
MEL09:00Melbourne
29h 38m
2 stops
SJO22:38San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9 July
SJO06:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 45m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,569
American Airlines
24 May
MEL09:45Melbourne
28h 57m
2 stops
SJO22:42San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21 June
SJO06:01San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 44m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,589
American Airlines
24 May
MEL09:45Melbourne
28h 57m
2 stops
SJO22:42San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21 June
SJO23:59San José Juan Santamaria Intl
37h 01m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$3,648

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MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

13:30-06:37

2 stops33h 07m

Liberia

Tue 4/8

09:03-12:00

2 stops34h 57m

$2,158

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

09:45-06:37

1 stop36h 52m

Liberia

Tue 4/8

09:03-06:45

1 stop29h 42m

$2,604

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

09:30-23:40

2 stops30h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 28/9

05:05-07:30

2 stops34h 25m

$2,622

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

09:45-17:29

1 stop23h 44m

Liberia

Tue 4/8

09:03-11:10

2 stops34h 07m

$2,693

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

13:30-06:37

2 stops33h 07m

Liberia

Tue 4/8

09:03-07:35

3 stops54h 32m

$2,773

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

20:50-06:37

2 stops49h 47m

Liberia

Mon 3/8

09:03-06:45

1 stop29h 42m

$2,814

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:55-18:19

1 stop23h 24m

Liberia

Mon 3/8

16:30-08:15

2 stops47h 45m

$3,213
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:55-18:19

1 stop23h 24m

Liberia

Mon 3/8

11:49-08:15

2 stops28h 26m

$3,215

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 2/7

09:00-22:38

2 stops29h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/7

06:00-06:45

2 stops32h 45m

$3,569

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 2/7

07:25-15:40

3 stops48h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/7

16:55-05:40

2 stops44h 45m

$3,984

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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 $2,087. 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 $2,207.

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

28h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica takes 28h 20m
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 $2,564Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,751 reviews
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