How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Australia?

Departing from Costa Rica to Australia will take you 31h 45m. There are 8844 mi between Costa Rica and Australia.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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

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Fri 12/266:40 amSJO - SYD

2 stops54h 40mUnited Airlines

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1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,911

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2 stops26h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$2,235

Wed 12/102:20 pmSJO - SYD

2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines

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2 stops26h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$2,519

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2 stops54h 40mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/1011:20 amSYD - SJO

2 stops42h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$2,603

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2 stops56h 35mUnited Airlines

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2 stops42h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$2,754

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2 stops36h 57mMultiple Airlines

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$1,554

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1 stop36h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$1,905

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2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,589

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2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,618

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Deal found 12/9

$1,905

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Deal found 12/10

$1,911

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2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,746

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Deal found 12/10

$1,911

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Deal found 12/10

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2 stops38h 02mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$1,914

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2 stops39h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$1,914

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2 stops26h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$2,360

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Thu 12/118:45 amSJO - SYD

2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines

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2 stops23h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$2,519

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1 stop23h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$2,235

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2 stops42h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$2,603

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2 stops39h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,911

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1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$2,240

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1 stop23h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$2,367

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2 stops26h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$2,360

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3 stops49h 25mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$4,892

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Tue 1/271:16 amSJO - SYD

2 stops49h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$907

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2 stops49h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$1,009

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Deal found 12/11

$1,066

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2 stops49h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$1,233

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2 stops50h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,279

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1 stop30h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,492

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1 stop30h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$1,493

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Deal found 12/11

$1,636

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Deal found 12/11

$1,795

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1 stop33h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$2,079

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1 stop31h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$2,141

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3 stops46h 20mKLM

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$2,446

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12:20 am-6:50 pm

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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8:45 pm-11:42 pm

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SJO - SYD

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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12:20 am-6:50 pm

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8:45 pm-11:42 pm

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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8:45 am-6:55 am

1 stop30h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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10:20 am-7:15 am

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SJO - SYD

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

9:40 am-9:15 am

1 stop30h 35m

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11:50 am-7:39 pm

1 stop24h 49m

$1,911

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Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Australia (average of $1,799). Flying from Costa Rica to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,954). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to AU?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Costa Rica to Australia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 72% on airfare.

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United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,095 reviews

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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

9,095 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,095 reviews

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

How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Australia?
Departing from Costa Rica to Australia will take you 31h 45m. There are 8844 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Australia (average of $1,799). Flying from Costa Rica to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,954). 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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