Cheap flights from Melbourne to San José from $1,619

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13:55 - 23:59
MEL
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SJO
27h 04m2 stops
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01:27 - 12:45
SJO
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MEL
42h 18m2 stops
$1,995Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
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06:00 - 15:01
MEL
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SJO
26h 01m2 stops
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14:54 - 13:35
SJO
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MEL
29h 41m2 stops
$2,290Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
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13:45 - 00:07
MEL
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SJO
27h 22m2 stops
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01:27 - 09:30
SJO
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MEL
39h 03m1 stop
$2,408Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
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13:45 - 00:07
MEL
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SJO
27h 22m2 stops
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06:00 - 09:30
SJO
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MEL
34h 30m2 stops
$2,435Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
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12:00 - 23:59
MEL
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SJO
28h 59m1 stop
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16:15 - 09:30
SJO
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MEL
48h 15m2 stops
$2,590Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
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12:00 - 23:59
MEL
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SJO
28h 59m1 stop
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19:55 - 09:30
SJO
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MEL
44h 35m2 stops
$2,671Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
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12:10 - 23:15
MEL
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SJO
28h 05m3 stops
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06:00 - 09:30
SJO
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MEL
34h 30m2 stops
$2,675Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
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11:30 - 20:39
MEL
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SJO
26h 09m2 stops
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09:40 - 09:30
SJO
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MEL
30h 50m2 stops
$2,795United Airlines
Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
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11:30 - 20:39
MEL
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SJO
26h 09m2 stops
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09:05 - 09:30
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MEL
31h 25m2 stops
$2,797United Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
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13:45 - 07:17
MEL
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SJO
34h 32m3 stops
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14:39 - 18:45
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MEL
35h 06m3 stops
$2,806Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
22 Jan
MEL11:30Melbourne
26h 09m
2 stops
SJO20:39San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8 Feb
SJO09:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 50m
2 stops
MEL09:30Melbourne
$2,795
United Airlines
8 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
36h 20m
1 stop
SJO07:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 May
SJO08:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,812

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
19 Feb
MEL06:00Melbourne
33h 43m
2 stops
SJO22:43San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22 Feb
SJO00:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 25m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,838
American Airlines
14 Jan
MEL15:00Melbourne
41h 01m
2 stops
SJO15:01San José Juan Santamaria Intl
3 Feb
SJO14:54San José Juan Santamaria Intl
45h 06m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,948
American Airlines
11 Jan
MEL12:00Melbourne
28h 43m
2 stops
SJO23:43San José Juan Santamaria Intl
3 Feb
SJO08:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 30m
2 stops
MEL09:30Melbourne
$3,514

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MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

13:55-23:59

2 stops27h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

01:27-12:45

2 stops42h 18m

$1,995

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

06:00-15:01

2 stops26h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

14:54-13:35

2 stops29h 41m

$2,290

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

13:45-00:07

2 stops27h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

01:27-09:30

1 stop39h 03m

$2,408

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

13:45-00:07

2 stops27h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

06:00-09:30

2 stops34h 30m

$2,435

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

12:00-23:59

1 stop28h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

16:15-09:30

2 stops48h 15m

$2,590

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

12:00-23:59

1 stop28h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

19:55-09:30

2 stops44h 35m

$2,671

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

12:10-23:15

3 stops28h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

06:00-09:30

2 stops34h 30m

$2,675

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

11:30-20:39

2 stops26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

09:40-09:30

2 stops30h 50m

$2,795

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:30-20:39

2 stops26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/2

09:05-09:30

2 stops31h 25m

$2,797

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

13:45-07:17

3 stops34h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

14:39-18:45

3 stops35h 06m

$2,806

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, August 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 $2,674. If you are unable to visit San José during the month of August, then departing from Melbourne during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,689.

Cheap Melbourne to San José flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne to San José

Fastest flight time

26h 07m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to San José takes 26h 07m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to San José. There are no popular flight routes 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 26h 07m.

  • 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.

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  • 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 $2,588Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,145 reviews
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