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Cheap flights from Australia to San José 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
22 Mar — 29 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2026.

Wed 18/214:00
SYD
-
SJO
3 stops34h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/214:39
SJO
-
SYD
3 stops28h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,689
Sat 2/513:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/500:53
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,737
Mon 1/611:55
BNE
-
SJO
2 stops27h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/601:11
SJO
-
BNE
2 stops41h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,839
Sun 3/513:30
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/500:53
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,852
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$1,876
Thu 26/206:00
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops35h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/301:03
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops52h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$2,022
Sat 15/813:30
MEL
-
SJO
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/905:45
SJO
-
MEL
3 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,069
Sun 15/313:55
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/401:03
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops42h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,087
Wed 25/311:20
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops27h 23m
Iberia
Wed 1/413:16
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops49h 49m
Iberia
Deal found 20/2$2,102
Wed 18/313:45
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/301:03
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops42h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$2,103
Sun 15/313:55
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/301:03
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops42h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,104
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$2,106

Find flight deals from Australia to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to San José flight deals. Data was last updated 20 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,737

One-way from

$986

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,470
2/5-18/5
  • 2/5-18/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 22m total
  • Australia to San José
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 48m total
  • Australia to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($418 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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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 February 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneSan José

BNE - SJO

BNESJO

Brisbane

Mon 1/6

11:55-23:33

2 stops27h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/6

01:11-10:35

2 stops41h 24m

$1,839

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

13:45-23:53

2 stops27h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/3

01:03-12:25

2 stops42h 22m

$2,103

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

$2,114

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

11:20-21:43

2 stops27h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/4

07:00-07:05

2 stops32h 05m

$2,133

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

12:00-00:08

1 stop29h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/3

06:00-09:30

2 stops34h 30m

$2,331

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

09:30-19:37

2 stops26h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

07:55-08:15

2 stops32h 20m

$2,758

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

07:15-07:30

2 stops32h 15m

$2,758

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

09:30-07:15

2 stops37h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/9

08:37-08:15

1 stop31h 38m

$2,758

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:55-07:15

1 stop36h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/9

08:37-08:15

1 stop31h 38m

$2,758

MelbourneSan José

MEL - SJO

MELSJO

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

09:30-19:37

2 stops26h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 28/8

07:55-07:30

2 stops31h 35m

$2,758

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to San José?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San José (average of $1,847). Flying from Australia to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,476). 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 San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 20 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Australia to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,322 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,732 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Matt,Nov 2024

BKK - DOH

I've been flying long-haul Qatar in Economy pretty often for the past 6 months. Legroom is reasonable but the seat cushions become uncomfortable within the first 2 hours of flight. Food is tasty but portions and variation small compared to other mideast carriers. Entertainment is limited (again, compared to other mideast carriers). Crew are friendly enough and processes are clear.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Australia?

    For a flight from Australia to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 14.1 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to San José?

    Departing from Australia to San José will take you 41h 30m. The distance between Australia and San José is about 14869 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to San José?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to San José, consider Melbourne - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Brisbane - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Perth - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to San José 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 Australia to San José?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San José (average of $1,847). Flying from Australia to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,476). 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 4 airlines flying from Australia to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Australia to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,800Average$2,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,914Average$2,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,504Average$2,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,758Average$3,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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