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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica from $1,036

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SJO
17 Dec — 24 Dec1
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 17 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,292

One-way from

$1,036

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,890
29/4-6/5
  • 29/4-6/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 88h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
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16/3
  • 16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 17m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($193 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 17 November 2025.

Sun 14/1211:30MEL - SJO
2 stops26h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/1208:45SJO - MEL
2 stops56h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,968
Mon 15/1211:30MEL - SJO
2 stops26h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/1206:40SJO - MEL
2 stops34h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11$3,489
Fri 19/1216:05MEL - SJO
1 stop39h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/100:34SJO - MEL
1 stop35h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11$3,515
Sat 20/1216:05MEL - SJO
1 stop23h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/100:34SJO - MEL
2 stops43h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11$3,567
Wed 31/1213:00MEL - LIR
2 stops46h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/114:20LIR - MEL
2 stops50h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11$4,052
Fri 19/1211:30MEL - SJO
2 stops42h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/106:40SJO - MEL
2 stops57h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$4,903
Wed 31/1212:00MEL - LIR
1 stop22h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/115:20LIR - MEL
2 stops49h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$5,308
Wed 31/1207:30MEL - LIR
3 stops48h 15mAir Canada
Wed 7/115:45LIR - MEL
3 stops52h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 16/11$8,751

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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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

23:35-23:42

3 stops40h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

00:20-17:10

3 stops48h 50m

$2,292

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

16:25-13:04

2 stops37h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/3

00:01-10:25

2 stops41h 24m

$2,392

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

12:00-23:59

1 stop28h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/2

01:27-08:35

2 stops38h 08m

$2,571

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

$2,783

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

09:30-12:10

2 stops42h 40m

Liberia

Sun 17/5

11:49-08:15

2 stops28h 26m

$2,816

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

13:00-11:44

2 stops39h 44m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

14:20-09:30

2 stops26h 10m

$2,816

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,818

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

10:30-21:32

2 stops28h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/3

08:05-08:30

2 stops31h 25m

$2,818

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

16:05-14:20

1 stop39h 15m

Liberia

Mon 2/2

15:23-13:35

2 stops29h 12m

$2,848

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

14:35-13:04

1 stop38h 29m

Liberia

Sun 17/5

13:55-10:20

2 stops28h 25m

$3,566

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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 $2,102). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,893). 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 MEL to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 17 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport 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 41% 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 17 November 2025.
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
9,013 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sept 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sept 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica will take you 37h 39m. There are 14233 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.

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  • 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 $2,102). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,893). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$2,648Average$2,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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