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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica from $2,497

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica departing on 20/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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12:01 - 23:55MEL  Melbourne-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 54m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Bogotá El Dorado
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05:45 - 05:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 55m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
$2,497Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
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14:20 - 09:04MEL  Melbourne-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 44m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles Panama City Tocumen Intl
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04:08 - 06:45SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MEL Melbourne
34h 37m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
$2,558Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
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08:00 - 14:10MEL  Melbourne-LIR Liberia
47h 10m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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08:35 - 13:35LIR  Liberia-MEL Melbourne
36h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,640Air Canada
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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23:55 - 18:55MEL  Melbourne-LIR Liberia
60h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
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19:14 - 09:30LIR  Liberia-MEL Melbourne
45h 16m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$2,660Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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12:45 - 13:10MEL  Melbourne-LIR Liberia
41h 25m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
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08:35 - 10:30LIR  Liberia-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$2,749United Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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12:45 - 13:10MEL  Melbourne-LIR Liberia
41h 25m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
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08:35 - 10:30LIR  Liberia-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$2,755United Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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12:45 - 13:10MEL  Melbourne-LIR Liberia
41h 25m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
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08:35 - 10:30LIR  Liberia-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$2,758United Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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12:00 - 14:45MEL  Melbourne-LIR Liberia
43h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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15:10 - 11:40LIR  Liberia-MEL Melbourne
27h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
$2,841American Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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22:45 - 13:43MEL  Melbourne-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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00:34 - 11:30SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MEL Melbourne
41h 56m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
$2,860American Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Fri, 25 Dec
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22:45 - 14:51MEL  Melbourne-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 06m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Miami
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00:34 - 11:30SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MEL Melbourne
41h 56m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
$2,966American Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec

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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
4 Feb
MEL12:00Melbourne
43h 45m
1 stop
LIR14:45Liberia
8 Feb
LIR15:10Liberia
27h 30m
2 stops
MEL11:40Melbourne
$2,841
American Airlines
29 Nov
MEL22:45Melbourne
31h 58m
2 stops
SJO13:43San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25 Dec
SJO00:34San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 56m
2 stops
MEL11:30Melbourne
$2,860
American Airlines
29 Nov
MEL22:45Melbourne
33h 06m
2 stops
SJO14:51San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27 Dec
SJO00:34San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 56m
2 stops
MEL11:30Melbourne
$2,966

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Costa Rica flight tickets
United Airlines
30 Nov
MEL12:45Melbourne
41h 25m
2 stops
LIR13:10Liberia
14 Dec
LIR08:35Liberia
32h 55m
2 stops
MEL10:30Melbourne
$2,749
United Airlines
30 Nov
MEL12:45Melbourne
41h 25m
2 stops
LIR13:10Liberia
14 Dec
LIR08:35Liberia
32h 55m
2 stops
MEL10:30Melbourne
$2,755
United Airlines
30 Nov
MEL12:45Melbourne
41h 25m
2 stops
LIR13:10Liberia
14 Dec
LIR08:35Liberia
32h 55m
2 stops
MEL10:30Melbourne
$2,758

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MelbourneSan José

MEL Melbourne - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

12:01-23:55

2 stops27h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/8

05:45-05:40

2 stops31h 55m

$2,497

MelbourneSan José

MEL Melbourne - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 18/9

14:20-09:04

3 stops34h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 25/9

04:08-06:45

2 stops34h 37m

$2,558

MelbourneLiberia

MEL Melbourne - LIR Liberia

MELLIR

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

08:00-14:10

3 stops47h 10m

Liberia

Mon 14/12

08:35-13:35

2 stops36h 00m

$2,640

MelbourneLiberia

MEL Melbourne - LIR Liberia

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

23:55-18:55

2 stops60h 00m

Liberia

Tue 24/11

19:14-09:30

1 stop45h 16m

$2,660

MelbourneLiberia

MEL Melbourne - LIR Liberia

MELLIR

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

12:45-13:10

2 stops41h 25m

Liberia

Mon 14/12

08:35-10:30

2 stops32h 55m

$2,749

MelbourneLiberia

MEL Melbourne - LIR Liberia

MELLIR

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

12:45-13:10

2 stops41h 25m

Liberia

Mon 14/12

08:35-10:30

2 stops32h 55m

$2,755

MelbourneLiberia

MEL Melbourne - LIR Liberia

MELLIR

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

12:45-13:10

2 stops41h 25m

Liberia

Mon 14/12

08:35-10:30

2 stops32h 55m

$2,758

MelbourneLiberia

MEL Melbourne - LIR Liberia

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 4/2

12:00-14:45

1 stop43h 45m

Liberia

Mon 8/2

15:10-11:40

2 stops27h 30m

$2,841

MelbourneSan José

MEL Melbourne - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 29/11

22:45-13:43

2 stops31h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 25/12

00:34-11:30

2 stops41h 56m

$2,860

MelbourneSan José

MEL Melbourne - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 29/11

22:45-14:51

2 stops33h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 27/12

00:34-11:30

2 stops41h 56m

$2,966

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

In general, September 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 $0. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Costa Rica from Melbourne during August instead. Flights to Costa Rica in August, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $0.

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Fastest flight time

38h 02m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica takes 38h 02m
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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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
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $2,113Free cancellationRating
7.1
11,885 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $2,595Free cancellationRating
7.4
10,085 reviews
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