Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne 17 hours ahead of San Jose.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SJO to MEL flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a top stopover on the SJO to MEL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is Rs207,440. A return ticket is currently Rs455,439. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJO to MEL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights taking off from Juan Santamaria International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Juan Santamaria International Airport from central San Jose, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SJO:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJO to MEL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Geelong is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without a visit to Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
