Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica from $949

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 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SJO
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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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 April 2026.

Mon 27/413:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/500:55
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,977
Sat 31/1010:15
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops53h 44m
American Airlines
Sat 21/1114:39
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops28h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/4$2,192
Thu 29/1013:55
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops41h 03m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1114:39
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops28h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/4$2,235
Thu 14/509:45
MEL
-
SJO
1 stop29h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/500:53
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,441
Tue 27/1006:00
MEL
-
SJO
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1108:35
SJO
-
MEL
3 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$2,613
Wed 15/413:25
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/400:55
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,689
Mon 27/709:45
MEL
-
LIR
1 stop23h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/709:00
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,698
Wed 24/610:55
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops38h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 26/715:27
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops48h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,738
Thu 11/610:55
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops38h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 15/611:10
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,740
Fri 8/510:55
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops40h 58m
United Airlines
Sun 10/515:27
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops48h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/3$2,747
Thu 23/709:45
MEL
-
LIR
1 stop23h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/709:00
LIR
-
MEL
1 stop29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,776
Sun 28/610:55
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops38h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 30/715:27
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops48h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,887

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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,977

One-way from

$949

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,697
27/4-3/5
  • 27/4-3/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
26/7
  • 26/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 17m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($345 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($120 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

10:55-14:25

2 stops43h 30m

Liberia

Mon 15/6

11:10-08:15

2 stops29h 05m

$2,738

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

10:55-11:53

2 stops40h 58m

Liberia

Sun 10/5

15:27-07:30

2 stops48h 03m

$2,738

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

09:30-07:15

2 stops37h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,776

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/6

08:45-11:20

2 stops34h 35m

$2,865

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 28/6

10:55-09:50

2 stops38h 55m

Liberia

Sat 25/7

08:30-08:15

1 stop31h 45m

$2,887

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Thu 23/7

10:55-09:50

2 stops38h 55m

Liberia

Sat 25/7

13:20-08:15

2 stops26h 55m

$3,210
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:55-18:19

1 stop23h 24m

Liberia

Tue 28/7

11:49-08:15

2 stops28h 26m

$3,210

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

10:55-18:19

1 stop23h 24m

Liberia

Sat 25/7

08:30-08:15

1 stop31h 45m

$3,398

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

10:55-18:19

1 stop23h 24m

Liberia

Sun 26/7

08:30-08:15

1 stop31h 45m

$5,258
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

13:30-06:37

2 stops33h 07m

$1,408

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/3

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica

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Estimated return price
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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 $1,936). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,748). 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 April 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.

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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 43h 30m. 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?

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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 $1,936). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,748). 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$2,498Average$2,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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