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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Costa Rica from $1,829

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SJO
28 May — 4 Jun1
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 28 April 2026.

Mon 2/1113:55
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1101:45
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,981
Thu 21/513:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/601:06
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops42h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$2,148
Fri 22/513:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/601:06
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops42h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$2,150
Sun 1/1106:00
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops25h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 4/1115:10
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/4$2,257
Sat 23/509:45
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/505:45
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$2,385
Sat 9/509:45
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/605:45
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$2,389
Fri 3/713:30
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops33h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/809:03
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops35h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,607
Mon 6/713:30
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops33h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/809:03
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops34h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,608
Mon 6/713:30
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops33h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/809:03
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops34h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,770
Fri 3/710:55
MEL
-
LIR
2 stops38h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 3/813:20
LIR
-
MEL
2 stops26h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/4$3,192

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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,148

One-way from

$1,829

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,508
21/5-18/6
  • 21/5-18/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
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13/7
  • 13/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 51m total
  • Melbourne to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($320 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($111 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-23:33

1 stop29h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

00:53-06:45

1 stop37h 52m

$2,540

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

10:55-05:30

2 stops34h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

13:25-08:15

2 stops50h 50m

$2,731
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

09:30-19:37

2 stops26h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

08:45-08:15

1 stop31h 30m

$2,746

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:55-09:50

2 stops38h 55m

Liberia

Mon 3/8

13:20-08:15

2 stops26h 55m

$3,192

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

10:55-14:25

2 stops43h 30m

Liberia

Wed 5/8

13:20-07:30

2 stops26h 10m

$3,206

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

09:45-17:29

1 stop23h 44m

Liberia

Wed 5/8

09:03-12:00

2 stops34h 57m

$3,236

MelbourneLiberia

MEL - LIR

MELLIR

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

13:35-13:42

1 stop40h 07m

Liberia

Wed 5/8

12:35-06:45

2 stops50h 10m

$3,944
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

23:55-23:46

3 stops39h 51m

$1,829

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Thu 25/6

06:35-23:46

3 stops33h 11m

$1,948

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 26/6

09:45-19:24

2 stops49h 39m

$2,074

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica (average of $1,782). Flying from Melbourne to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,620). 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 28 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Melbourne to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.

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 to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica can take about 34h 35m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,731. The distance between Melbourne and Costa Rica is about 14233 km.

  • 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 to Costa Rica?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Costa Rica (average of $1,782). Flying from Melbourne to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,620). 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$2,412Average$2,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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