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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica from $1,721

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SJO
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,721

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,737
23/4-29/4
  • 23/4-29/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($163 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Thu 23/413:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,721
Fri 30/1006:30
MEL
-
LIR
3 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1114:55
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops47h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,133
Thu 5/206:00
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 01m
American Airlines
Sun 15/215:20
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops27h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,186
Fri 30/1006:00
MEL
-
SJO
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1108:35
SJO
-
MEL
3 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,192
Thu 23/413:30
MEL
-
SJO
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1105:00
SJO
-
MEL
3 stops38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,203
Tue 21/423:55
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/405:45
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,224
Tue 21/412:10
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/405:45
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,240
Wed 22/409:45
MEL
-
SJO
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/405:45
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,243
Tue 21/412:10
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,252
Wed 22/409:45
MEL
-
SJO
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,255
Tue 21/423:55
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,258
Fri 13/206:00
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops25h 25m
American Airlines
Fri 20/215:29
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/1$2,293

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

06:00-14:25

2 stops25h 25m

Liberia

Fri 20/2

15:29-12:25

2 stops27h 56m

$2,293

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

09:45-23:45

1 stop30h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/11

01:45-12:25

2 stops41h 40m

$2,354

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

06:00-14:25

2 stops25h 25m

Liberia

Mon 23/2

14:32-09:30

2 stops49h 58m

$2,690

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

12:10-23:53

2 stops27h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

01:45-09:30

1 stop38h 45m

$2,780

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:30-12:55

2 stops42h 25m

Liberia

Mon 23/2

12:50-10:00

2 stops28h 10m

$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

09:40-10:00

1 stop31h 20m

$2,797

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,813

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/5

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,817

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/4

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,817

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/4

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,817

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica (average of $2,007). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,831). 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.

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 15 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica will take you 25h 25m. There are 14165 km between Melbourne Airport and Costa Rica. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica (average of $2,007). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,831). 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 airline flying from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$2,589Average$2,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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