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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica from R18 279

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CPT — SJO
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

To save up to 15% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 59 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Cape Town to Costa Rica from R25 186 1-2 weeks out and tickets from R26 903 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Cape Town. Users have commonly found prices around R29 407 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R21 236. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Costa Rica (CPT - CR)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Cheap British Airways flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Cape Town and Costa Rica. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest British Airways flights we've detected travelling from Cape Town to Costa Rica. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Sun 14/718:40CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 13/812:53SJO - CPT
2 stops38h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4R29 116
Sun 4/818:55CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 28/814:23SJO - CPT
2 stops36h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R30 700
Sat 3/818:55CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 3/914:23SJO - CPT
2 stops36h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R31 596
Tue 2/718:55CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 1/86:25SJO - CPT
2 stops44h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R32 264
Wed 31/718:55CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 1/912:53SJO - CPT
2 stops38h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R32 283
Sun 4/818:55CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 30/814:23SJO - CPT
2 stops36h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R33 829
Fri 2/818:55CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 30/814:23SJO - CPT
2 stops36h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R33 848

Cheap United Airlines flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Cape Town and Costa Rica. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Cape Town to Costa Rica. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Thu 13/619:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/75:30SJO - CPT
2 stops44h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R35 317
Thu 13/619:50CPT - SJO
2 stops34h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/75:30SJO - CPT
2 stops44h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R35 393
Mon 15/719:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/86:00SJO - CPT
2 stops49h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R36 481
Mon 1/719:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/77:55SJO - CPT
2 stops42h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R37 111
Mon 15/719:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/811:05SJO - CPT
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R37 301
Mon 15/719:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/811:05SJO - CPT
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R37 320
Mon 15/719:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/813:30SJO - CPT
2 stops65h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R37 530
Mon 1/719:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/86:00SJO - CPT
2 stops49h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R38 961
Mon 1/719:50CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/811:50SJO - CPT
2 stops40h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R41 537

Cape Town to Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Costa Rica in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 12/623:15CPT - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Sun 7/77:00SJO - CPT
2 stops54h 25mDelta
Deal found 25/4R22 762
Mon 10/623:00CPT - SJO
2 stops53h 27mDelta
Sun 7/77:00SJO - CPT
2 stops54h 25mDelta
Deal found 25/4R23 030
Wed 12/623:15CPT - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Wed 3/77:00SJO - CPT
2 stops54h 25mDelta
Deal found 25/4R23 144
Tue 2/723:15CPT - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Mon 29/713:13SJO - CPT
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 26/4R23 335
Mon 10/623:00CPT - SJO
2 stops53h 27mDelta
Wed 3/77:00SJO - CPT
2 stops54h 25mDelta
Deal found 25/4R23 411
Sat 15/623:15CPT - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Sun 7/77:00SJO - CPT
2 stops54h 25mDelta
Deal found 25/4R23 869
Sun 16/623:15CPT - SJO
2 stops29h 12mDelta
Sun 7/77:00SJO - CPT
2 stops54h 25mDelta
Deal found 25/4R24 136
Mon 15/723:15CPT - SJO
2 stops44h 38mDelta
Sun 11/813:13SJO - CPT
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 26/4R24 174
Sat 15/623:15CPT - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Mon 8/713:13SJO - CPT
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 25/4R24 251

One-way flights to Costa Rica from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica can use the search form above.
Fri 3/514:35CPT - SJO
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R18 279
Fri 3/517:45CPT - SJO
1 stop31h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 26/4R18 641
Fri 3/515:30CPT - SJO
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R20 664

Find flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica 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 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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R22 762 - R35 317

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Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/6

2 stops53h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/7

2 stops54h 25m

R22 762

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/6

2 stops53h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/7

2 stops54h 25m

R23 030

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/6

2 stops53h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/7

2 stops54h 25m

R23 144

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/7

2 stops53h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 29/7

2 stops48h 12m

R23 335

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/7

1 stop23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

2 stops50h 05m

R28 868

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

2 stops33h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 13/8

2 stops38h 07m

R29 116

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/6

2 stops29h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/7

3 stops39h 50m

R33 810

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/7

2 stops27h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/7

3 stops35h 10m

R35 260

Cape Town IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/6

1 stop23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/7

2 stops44h 25m

R35 317

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Deals found on 25/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 26 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica, such as British Airways, United Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

SWISS
7,8
Good
2 061 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

United Airlines
7,4
Good
11 228 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Lufthansa
7,0
Good
7 742 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

British Airways
6,8
Okay
6 915 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica for under R22 800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica for under R22 800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just R22 762, but on average you can expect to pay R24 289.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    British Airways, KLM and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica.

  • What does CPT to SJO mean?

    CPT and SJO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. CPT to SJO refers to a flight route from Cape Town Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cape Town to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The Cape Town to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica. 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 624 505 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 518AverageR28 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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