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$1,498+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Australia

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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SYD
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Wed 7/1
Wed 7/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Australia

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/41:06 am
SJO
-
SYD
1 stop38h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/195:50 pm
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,679
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/277:19 am
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops43h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/319:40 pm
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops43h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$1,755
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2812:53 am
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops49h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/58:45 pm
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops42h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,801
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/112:53 am
SJO
-
SYD
1 stop38h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/45:50 pm
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,810
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/3112:53 am
SJO
-
SYD
1 stop38h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/35:50 pm
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops44h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,857
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/205:48 pm
SJO
-
SYD
3 stops46h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/111:15 am
SYD
-
SJO
1 stop28h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,888
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/221:06 am
SJO
-
SYD
2 stops49h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/318:45 pm
SYD
-
SJO
2 stops43h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,899
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:19 am
SJO
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MEL
2 stops35h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/269:45 am
MEL
-
SJO
1 stop26h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,921
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/218:45 am
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop31h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 10/2211:55 am
MEL
-
SJO
1 stop36h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,924
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/68:45 am
SJO
-
MEL
1 stop31h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 7/410:55 am
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops41h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,933
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/81:25 pm
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops50h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 9/1410:55 am
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops41h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26$2,227
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/296:00 am
SJO
-
MEL
2 stops48h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/210:45 pm
MEL
-
SJO
2 stops37h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$2,473

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated June 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,679
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$1,498
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,229
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($259 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Australia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

San JoséSydney

SJO - SYD

SJOSYD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-6:55 am

2 stops32h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/20

9:30 am-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$1,932

San JoséMelbourne

SJO - MEL

SJOMEL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

8:45 am-8:15 am

1 stop31h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 7/4

10:55 am-10:11 am

2 stops39h 16m

$1,933

San JoséMelbourne

SJO - MEL

SJOMEL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/1

8:45 am-8:15 am

1 stop31h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 8/9

9:30 am-11:38 am

2 stops42h 08m

$1,933

San JoséSydney

SJO - SYD

SJOSYD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

1:25 pm-7:00 am

2 stops49h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/8

9:30 am-7:37 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$1,991

San JoséSydney

SJO - SYD

SJOSYD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/25

1:25 pm-6:55 am

2 stops49h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

10:20 am-7:15 am

1 stop36h 55m

$2,235
Cheapest one-way

San JoséMelbourne

SJO - MEL

SJOMEL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/16

8:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,498
Quickest one-way

San JoséSydney

SJO - SYD

SJOSYD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/23

8:45 am-6:55 am

1 stop30h 10m

$1,506

San JoséMelbourne

SJO - MEL

SJOMEL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/16

2:48 pm-8:40 pm

3 stops60h 52m

$1,665

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Deals found on 5/30

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Australia

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Australia (average of $1,879). Flying from Costa Rica to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,225). 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 Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated June 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Costa Rica to Australia 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
9,768 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jun 2024

FSD - ORD

More comfort and free, fast Wi-Fi would always be appreciated.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,768 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,768 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jun 2024

FSD - ORD

More comfort and free, fast Wi-Fi would always be appreciated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Australia. 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 Costa Rica to Australia?

    Departing from Costa Rica to Australia will take you 32h 55m. There are 8570 mi between Costa Rica and Australia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Australia that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Australia (average of $1,879). Flying from Costa Rica to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,225). 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 Costa Rica to Australia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Costa Rica to Australia. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,895Average$1,910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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