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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica from $909

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SJO
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 2 February 2026.

Tue 3/313:45
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/301:28
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops41h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,786
Wed 18/313:45
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/318:12
LIR
-
MEL
1 stop46h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,852
Sun 19/413:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,909
Thu 16/413:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,974
Wed 15/413:25
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,036
Sat 18/409:45
MEL
-
SJO
1 stop30h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$2,043
Thu 29/1013:55
MEL
-
SJO
3 stops35h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1104:09
SJO
-
MEL
3 stops39h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$2,227
Thu 19/213:00
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops41h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 23/212:50
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/2$2,750
Wed 18/307:00
MEL
-
LIR
3 stops47h 50m
Air Canada
Wed 25/314:45
LIR
-
MEL
3 stops53h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/1$4,619
Thu 19/208:00
MEL
-
LIR
3 stops47h 45m
Air Canada
Mon 23/215:45
LIR
-
MEL
3 stops54h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/2$6,650

Find 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 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,852

One-way from

$909

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,706
18/3-25/3
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 79h 53m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
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28/3
  • 28/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 01m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($191 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Melbourne

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Costa Rica

Route

Depart

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Price

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

13:45-00:07

2 stops27h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

01:28-12:25

2 stops41h 57m

$1,786

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

13:45-06:20

2 stops33h 35m

Liberia

Wed 25/3

18:12-09:30

1 stop46h 18m

$1,852

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

13:30-23:53

2 stops26h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/4

00:55-06:45

1 stop37h 50m

$1,909

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

13:30-23:53

2 stops26h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/4

00:55-06:45

1 stop37h 50m

$1,909

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

09:00-21:36

2 stops28h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/4

14:08-10:20

2 stops28h 12m

$2,196

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

09:45-23:53

1 stop30h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/4

00:55-06:45

1 stop37h 50m

$2,371

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

09:45-23:53

1 stop30h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/4

00:55-06:45

1 stop37h 50m

$2,499

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:30-12:55

2 stops42h 25m

Liberia

Mon 23/2

14:20-09:30

2 stops26h 10m

$2,750

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

$2,751

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

07:00-13:50

3 stops47h 50m

Liberia

Wed 25/3

14:45-13:05

3 stops53h 20m

$4,619

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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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 $1,931). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in June 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.

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 2 February 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
9,229 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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
9,229 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,229 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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 42h 25m. There are 14165 km between Melbourne Airport and Costa Rica.

  • 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 $1,931). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in June 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 airline flying from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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United AirlinesCheapest$2,542Average$2,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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