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Cheap flights from Melbourne to San José from $1,174

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09:30 - 23:35MEL-SJO
30h 05m2 stops
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06:10 - 08:30SJO-MEL
33h 20m2 stops
$2,498
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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
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10:55 - 12:26MEL-SJO
41h 31m2 stops
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13:30 - 09:15SJO-MEL
26h 45m2 stops
$2,827United Airlines
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Mon, 15 Sep - Wed, 15 Oct
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 07:15MEL-SJO
36h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
08:37 - 09:15SJO-MEL
31h 38m1 stop
$2,850United Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
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13:25 - 09:20MEL-SJO
35h 55m3 stops
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14:42 - 13:00SJO-MEL
29h 18m3 stops
$3,060
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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
United Airlines Logo
12:10 - 08:15MEL-SJO
61h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:40 - 10:00SJO-MEL
58h 20m2 stops
$3,154United Airlines
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Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
United Airlines Logo
11:00 - 20:39MEL-SJO
50h 39m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:40 - 10:00SJO-MEL
58h 20m2 stops
$3,302United Airlines
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Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 20:40MEL-SJO
21h 35m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
14:47 - 05:00SJO-MEL
45h 13m1 stop
$3,520American Airlines
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Fri, 19 Dec - Fri, 16 Jan
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 14:14MEL-SJO
39h 09m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
06:29 - 05:00SJO-MEL
29h 31m1 stop
$3,528American Airlines
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Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
Air Canada Logo
20:30 - 22:55MEL-SJO
42h 25m3 stops
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08:00 - 12:05SJO-MEL
35h 05m3 stops
$3,677Air Canada
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Mon, 15 Sep - Wed, 15 Oct
Air Canada Logo
08:00 - 22:55MEL-SJO
31h 55m3 stops
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08:35 - 13:35SJO-MEL
36h 00m3 stops
$8,326Air Canada
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Fri, 19 Dec - Fri, 16 Jan

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José, San José Province

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to San José, San José Province flight tickets
American Airlines
19 Dec
MEL16:05Melbourne
21h 35m
1 stop
SJO20:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Jan
SJO14:47San José Juan Santamaria Intl
45h 13m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$3,520
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American Airlines
10 Jan
MEL16:05Melbourne
39h 09m
1 stop
SJO14:14San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17 Jan
SJO06:29San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 31m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$3,528
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American Airlines
19 Dec
MEL11:05Melbourne
26h 35m
2 stops
SJO20:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Jan
SJO06:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 35m
2 stops
MEL05:00Melbourne
$3,578
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United Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José, San José Province

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to San José, San José Province flight tickets
United Airlines
15 Sept
MEL10:55Melbourne
41h 31m
2 stops
SJO12:26San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15 Oct
SJO13:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 45m
2 stops
MEL09:15Melbourne
$2,827
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United Airlines
1 Oct
MEL10:55Melbourne
36h 20m
1 stop
SJO07:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8 Oct
SJO08:37San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 38m
1 stop
MEL09:15Melbourne
$2,850
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United Airlines
26 Aug
MEL06:00Melbourne
41h 15m
2 stops
SJO07:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9 Sept
SJO08:37San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 38m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,851
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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

09:30-23:35

2 stops30h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/10

06:10-08:30

2 stops33h 20m

$2,498

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

10:55-12:26

2 stops41h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/10

13:30-09:15

2 stops26h 45m

$2,827

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/10

08:37-09:15

1 stop31h 38m

$2,850

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

13:25-09:20

3 stops35h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/10

14:42-13:00

3 stops29h 18m

$3,060

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

12:10-08:15

2 stops61h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 17/1

06:40-10:00

2 stops58h 20m

$3,154

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

11:00-20:39

3 stops50h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 17/1

06:40-10:00

2 stops58h 20m

$3,302

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 19/12

16:05-20:40

1 stop21h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 16/1

14:47-05:00

1 stop45h 13m

$3,520

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

16:05-14:14

1 stop39h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 17/1

06:29-05:00

1 stop29h 31m

$3,528

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

20:30-22:55

3 stops42h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/10

08:00-12:05

3 stops35h 05m

$3,677

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 19/12

08:00-22:55

3 stops31h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 16/1

08:35-13:35

3 stops36h 00m

$8,326

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to San José, San José Province

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province?

If you are unable to visit San José, San José Province during the month of April, then departing from Melbourne during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,794.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José, San José Province?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José, San José Province is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $2,849. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to San José, San José Province for around $3,794.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José, San José Province?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San José, San José Province is at midday. Flights from Melbourne to San José, San José Province during this time can be as low as $3,007. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $3,258. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Cheap Melbourne to San José, San José Province flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$1,174

Fastest flight time

21h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San José, San José Province

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San José, San José Province from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $1,174. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to San José, San José Province found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,498.
The fastest flight from Melbourne to San José, San José Province takes 21h 35m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to San José, San José Province. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near San José, San José Province: San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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  • 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 21h 35m.

  • 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, San José Province

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $2,661Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,925 reviews
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