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Cheap flights from Melbourne to San José from $1,290

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Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 08:19
MEL
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SJO
34h 49m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:08 - 12:00
SJO
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MEL
39h 52m
3 stops
$2,171Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 11:38
MEL
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SJO
40h 43m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:55 - 08:15
SJO
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MEL
32h 20m
2 stops
$2,718United Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 07:15
MEL
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SJO
37h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:55 - 08:15
SJO
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MEL
32h 20m
2 stops
$2,726United Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 07:15
MEL
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SJO
37h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:55 - 08:15
SJO
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MEL
32h 20m
2 stops
$2,729United Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
United Airlines Logo
10:30 - 19:39
MEL
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SJO
26h 09m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:30 - 10:00
SJO
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MEL
33h 30m
2 stops
$2,736United Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 19:37
MEL
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SJO
26h 07m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:55 - 08:15
SJO
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MEL
32h 20m
2 stops
$2,743United Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:45 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
29h 30m
2 stops
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05:05 - 10:35
SJO
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MEL
37h 30m
3 stops
$3,242Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
Air Canada Logo
06:30 - 21:05
MEL
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SJO
31h 35m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
08:35 - 13:35
SJO
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MEL
36h 00m
3 stops
$4,202Air Canada
Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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21:35 - 23:55
MEL
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SJO
66h 20m
3 stops
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14:48 - 19:40
SJO
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MEL
60h 52m
3 stops
$4,744Turkish Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
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21:35 - 23:55
MEL
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SJO
66h 20m
3 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:48 - 19:40
SJO
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MEL
60h 52m
3 stops
$4,776Turkish Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
12 Aug
MEL10:55Melbourne
40h 43m
2 stops
SJO11:38San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Aug
SJO07:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 20m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,718
United Airlines
12 Aug
MEL09:30Melbourne
37h 45m
2 stops
SJO07:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Aug
SJO07:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 20m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,726
United Airlines
12 Aug
MEL10:55Melbourne
41h 26m
2 stops
SJO12:21San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Aug
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,729

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
8 May
MEL13:35Melbourne
24h 01m
1 stop
SJO21:36San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 May
SJO06:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 15m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,508
American Airlines
8 May
MEL09:45Melbourne
27h 51m
2 stops
SJO21:36San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 May
SJO06:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 15m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,515
American Airlines
7 May
MEL09:45Melbourne
41h 22m
2 stops
SJO11:07San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22 May
SJO06:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 45m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$3,518

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

13:30-08:19

3 stops34h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 28/8

04:08-12:00

3 stops39h 52m

$2,171

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:55-11:38

2 stops40h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 16/8

07:55-08:15

2 stops32h 20m

$2,718

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

09:30-07:15

2 stops37h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 16/8

07:55-08:15

2 stops32h 20m

$2,726

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

09:30-07:15

2 stops37h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 16/8

07:55-08:15

2 stops32h 20m

$2,729

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

10:30-19:39

2 stops26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

07:30-10:00

2 stops33h 30m

$2,736
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

09:30-19:37

2 stops26h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 16/8

07:55-08:15

2 stops32h 20m

$2,743

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

09:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 28/8

05:05-10:35

3 stops37h 30m

$3,242

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

06:30-21:05

3 stops31h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

08:35-13:35

3 stops36h 00m

$4,202

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

21:35-23:55

3 stops66h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 16/8

14:48-19:40

3 stops60h 52m

$4,744

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

21:35-23:55

3 stops66h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 16/8

14:48-19:40

3 stops60h 52m

$4,776

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,774. If you are unable to visit San José during the month of November, then departing from Melbourne during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,292.

Cheap Melbourne to San José flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

34h 49m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to San José takes 34h 49m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to San José.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to San José

  • How far is Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 14222.9 km. By plane, this route typically takes 34h 49m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to San José

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $2,402Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,681 reviews
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