Melbourne (MEL) to San Jose (SJO)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 8,850 | 14,160 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 8,850 | 14,160 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 8,850 | 13,275 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 8,850 | 13,275 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 8,850 | 17,700 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 8,850 | 13,275 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
This long-haul flight covers 8,850 miles across 18 time zones. Most airlines offer meal service and in-flight entertainment on this route.
✈️ Flight Details
The MEL to SJO route connects Melbourne, Australia with San Jose, Costa Rica. This long-haul flight covers 8,850 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Australia to Costa Rica. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a E bearing of 109° from Melbourne. There is a 16 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About MEL
Melbourne International Airport
Melbourne International Airport (MEL) serves Melbourne, Australia.
🛬 About SJO
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) serves San Jose, Costa Rica.