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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San José from $2,776

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — SJO
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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

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April

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February

Average price

$5,401

Round-trip from

$2,471
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From Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 38%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province?

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province, book at least 27 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 60% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $3,344 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $3,739.

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

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province from Melbourne Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $3,372 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $2,588. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province (MEL - SJO)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 52% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Melbourne and San José. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights travelling from Melbourne to San José. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 25/510:55MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/807:15SJO - MEL
2 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,776
Sun 5/510:55MEL - SJO
2 stops41h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 16/513:30SJO - MEL
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,778
Fri 10/509:30MEL - SJO
1 stop36h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 23/511:05SJO - MEL
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,787
Thu 1/810:55MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/813:30SJO - MEL
2 stops50h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4$3,252
Fri 2/809:30MEL - SJO
2 stops26h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/807:55SJO - MEL
2 stops32h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,263
Sun 13/1011:55MEL - SJO
2 stops41h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 16/1107:35SJO - MEL
2 stops32h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$5,785

Cheap American Airlines flights from Melbourne to San José

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Melbourne and San José. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've found from Melbourne to San José. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sun 5/513:00MEL - SJO
1 stop40h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 16/506:00SJO - MEL
2 stops55h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,742
Sat 25/521:15MEL - SJO
2 stops37h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 20/813:58SJO - MEL
1 stop23h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,918
Sun 13/1013:00MEL - SJO
1 stop41h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 16/1114:53SJO - MEL
1 stop45h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4$19,071

Cheap Melbourne to San José flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to San José specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Prices were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to San José in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 25/510:55MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/807:15SJO - MEL
2 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,776
Sun 5/510:55MEL - SJO
2 stops41h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 16/513:30SJO - MEL
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,778
Fri 10/509:30MEL - SJO
1 stop36h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 23/511:05SJO - MEL
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,787
Mon 27/513:45MEL - SJO
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/609:35SJO - MEL
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,280
Sun 12/515:45MEL - SJO
2 stops44h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,320
Sun 5/515:45MEL - SJO
2 stops44h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,370
Mon 27/523:55MEL - SJO
2 stops48h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/600:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,410
Mon 27/521:15MEL - SJO
1 stop38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/600:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,552
Sat 11/511:55MEL - SJO
1 stop24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/500:33SJO - MEL
2 stops47h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,604

Melbourne to San José 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and San José in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to San José in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 25/510:55MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/807:15SJO - MEL
2 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,776
Sun 5/510:55MEL - SJO
2 stops41h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 16/513:30SJO - MEL
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,778
Fri 10/509:30MEL - SJO
1 stop36h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 23/511:05SJO - MEL
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,787
Thu 1/810:55MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/813:30SJO - MEL
2 stops50h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4$3,252
Fri 2/809:30MEL - SJO
2 stops26h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/807:55SJO - MEL
2 stops32h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,263
Mon 27/513:45MEL - SJO
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/609:35SJO - MEL
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,280
Sun 12/515:45MEL - SJO
2 stops44h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,320
Sun 5/515:45MEL - SJO
2 stops44h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,370
Mon 27/523:55MEL - SJO
2 stops48h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/600:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,410

Melbourne to San José flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to San José for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Melbourne to San José. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sun 5/510:55MEL - SJO
2 stops41h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 16/513:30SJO - MEL
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,778
Fri 10/509:30MEL - SJO
1 stop36h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 23/511:05SJO - MEL
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,787
Sun 5/515:45MEL - SJO
2 stops44h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,370
Sat 11/511:55MEL - SJO
1 stop24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/500:33SJO - MEL
2 stops47h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,604
Fri 10/513:35MEL - SJO
2 stops46h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,676
Thu 9/509:15MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,702
Thu 9/509:15MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,705
Thu 9/509:15MEL - SJO
2 stops39h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/500:33SJO - MEL
1 stop37h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,728
Sun 5/513:00MEL - SJO
1 stop40h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 16/506:00SJO - MEL
2 stops55h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,742

Find flights from Melbourne to San José within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

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$2,776 - $4,268

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MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 25/5

2 stops39h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/8

2 stops33h 00m

$2,776

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 10/5

1 stop36h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/5

2 stops29h 10m

$2,787

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 1/8

2 stops39h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/8

2 stops50h 45m

$3,252

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 2/8

2 stops26h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/8

2 stops32h 20m

$3,263

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Mon 27/5

3 stops33h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/6

3 stops34h 20m

$3,280

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 12/5

2 stops44h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 24/5

1 stop37h 12m

$3,320

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Mon 27/5

2 stops48h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/6

1 stop37h 12m

$3,410

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 25/5

2 stops37h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/8

1 stop23h 27m

$3,918

MelbourneSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 31/5

2 stops57h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/6

2 stops39h 15m

$4,268

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 27/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to San José. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to San José. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San José by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to San José by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to San José is currently $0 while a return flight costs $3,364. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SJO

Temperature

18 - 21 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated 27 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways from Melbourne to San José by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,459 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,459 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,459 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,459 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,875 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,459 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Melbourne?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to San José. You should not have trouble finding flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the San José airport from Melbourne. It is only a 14.1 km journey from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to San José’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province for under $2,800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province for under $2,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $2,776, but on average you can expect to pay $3,489.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province for under $2,800?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province within the next 7 days for less than $2,800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip from $2,776. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $3,918, and Qatar Airways, from $4,268. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does MEL to SJO mean?

    Melbourne Airport is MEL and San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is SJO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San José that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to San José flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to San José with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to San José flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San José that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to San José offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to San José?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to San José flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to San José, San José Province flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,481Average$3,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$5,401Average$5,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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