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Cheap flights from Sydney to Costa Rica from $986

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SJO
25 Mar — 1 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 February 2026.

Wed 13/513:20
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops26h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/701:11
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops42h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,868
Sat 15/809:10
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/905:45
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,013
Wed 25/311:20
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops27h 23m
Iberia
Wed 1/413:16
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops49h 49m
Iberia
Deal found 20/2$2,092
Wed 25/311:20
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops27h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 1/407:00
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops32h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,096
Fri 28/809:10
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops27h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 7/912:50
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops50h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,101
Thu 13/809:10
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops25h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 1/907:25
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops55h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,102
Mon 25/509:10
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops45h 04m
American Airlines
Thu 28/506:00
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops33h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,103
Fri 20/311:20
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops27h 23m
American Airlines
Mon 6/410:25
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops28h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/2$2,120

Find flight deals from Sydney to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 23 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,868

One-way from

$986

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,459
13/5-30/7
  • 13/5-30/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 52m total
  • Sydney to Costa Rica
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 48m total
  • Sydney to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($413 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

09:10-13:08

2 stops43h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 28/5

06:00-07:05

2 stops33h 05m

$2,105

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

09:10-19:07

2 stops25h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 29/4

06:30-07:05

2 stops32h 35m

$2,123

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

17:45-11:14

2 stops34h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/3

14:39-12:35

3 stops28h 56m

$2,126

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

17:50-23:15

2 stops45h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/4

00:55-07:30

1 stop38h 35m

$2,182

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/8

10:20-07:15

1 stop36h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 30/8

07:55-07:00

2 stops31h 05m

$2,755

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

10:20-07:15

1 stop36h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/9

08:37-06:55

1 stop30h 18m

$2,755

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

10:20-12:26

2 stops42h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/9

13:30-07:00

2 stops25h 30m

$2,755

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/8

10:20-07:15

1 stop36h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

08:37-06:55

1 stop30h 18m

$2,755

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

10:20-19:37

2 stops25h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 30/8

08:37-06:55

1 stop30h 18m

$2,755

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

11:50-21:32

1 stop26h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/4

08:45-06:55

1 stop30h 10m

$2,762

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Costa Rica (average of $1,875). Flying from Sydney to Costa Rica in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,596). 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 23 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Sydney to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,339 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Costa Rica?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Sydney.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Costa Rica?

    American Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Sydney to Costa Rica in just under 36h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 03m. Sydney and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 13792 km. 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 Sydney to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Costa Rica?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Costa Rica (average of $1,875). Flying from Sydney to Costa Rica in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,596). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$1,906Average$2,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,528Average$2,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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