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Cheap flights from Australia to Costa Rica from $954

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SJO
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Thu 6/1119:40BNE - SJO
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1101:55SJO - BNE
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,045
Thu 6/1109:40BNE - SJO
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 13/1114:39SJO - BNE
1 stop23h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,133
Sat 20/1212:30SYD - SJO
2 stops27h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 30/1206:20SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,848
Sun 23/1106:00MEL - SJO
2 stops34h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mon 22/1206:20SJO - MEL
2 stops29h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,876
Wed 17/1217:45SYD - SJO
2 stops37h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/106:38SJO - SYD
2 stops57h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,918
Wed 12/1106:00ADL - SJO
2 stops31h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/1108:45SJO - ADL
2 stops36h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$3,195
Sat 29/1106:10ADL - SJO
2 stops42h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/1209:40SJO - ADL
2 stops44h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$3,204
Thu 6/1123:40MEL - LIR
2 stops47h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1113:21LIR - MEL
2 stops41h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$3,255
Sun 23/1111:30MEL - SJO
2 stops38h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/1209:40SJO - MEL
1 stop31h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$3,302
Mon 22/1211:30MEL - SJO
2 stops26h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/1206:40SJO - MEL
1 stop33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/11$3,305
Sat 20/1214:00SYD - SJO
2 stops40h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/1209:40SJO - SYD
1 stop27h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$3,318
Mon 15/1216:05MEL - SJO
2 stops38h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/114:54SJO - MEL
2 stops27h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$3,410

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,893

One-way from

$954

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$3,010
3/5-18/5
  • 3/5-18/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 16m total
  • Australia to Costa Rica
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27/2
  • 27/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 20m total
  • Australia to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($475 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Costa Rica 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
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MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

13:20-23:42

2 stops26h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

01:06-12:00

2 stops42h 54m

$1,893

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-22:15

2 stops52h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/3

07:50-07:45

2 stops31h 55m

$1,994

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:20-23:15

2 stops28h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

08:35-09:35

2 stops32h 00m

$2,027

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

11:20-21:55

2 stops27h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/3

08:55-09:00

2 stops31h 05m

$2,107

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:20-12:43

2 stops42h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

07:45-09:00

2 stops32h 15m

$2,110

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

08:40-21:55

1 stop29h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/3

13:47-05:30

1 stop23h 43m

$2,113

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

11:20-23:43

2 stops29h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

06:38-09:00

2 stops33h 22m

$2,130

BrisbaneLiberia

BNE - LIR

BNELIR

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-13:45

2 stops44h 00m

Liberia

Mon 16/3

14:45-07:45

2 stops49h 00m

$2,134

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:20-23:59

1 stop29h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/2

02:26-09:00

1 stop37h 34m

$2,161

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

08:00-14:45

3 stops47h 45m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

15:45-13:35

3 stops52h 50m

$2,567

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Deals found on 7/11

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Costa Rica?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Costa Rica (average of $1,988). Flying from Australia to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,724). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Australia to Costa Rica is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 7 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Costa Rica, such as Qatar Airways, United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,416 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from Australia to Costa Rica can take about 27h 35m. Air Canada provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,107. Airlines will cover a distance of 13792 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Costa Rica one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,936 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $2,236 and LATAM Airlines from $2,628 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Costa Rica?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Costa Rica?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Costa Rica (average of $1,988). Flying from Australia to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,724). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Australia to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Costa Rica. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,794Average$2,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,954Average$2,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$2,049Average$2,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,995Average$3,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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