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Cheap flights to Costa Rica from R15 035

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 29/5. 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.
CMH — SJO
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

Flights to Costa Rica in 2024

Find the latest flights to Costa Rica in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R26 903

Return from

R24 804

One-way from

R15 035
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Johannesburg to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Costa Rica in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to Costa Rica in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 30/618:50JNB - SJO
2 stops57h 37mDelta
Tue 16/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 25/4R24 804
Sat 29/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Sat 20/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 25/4R25 281
Thu 27/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Tue 16/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 25/4R25 701
Mon 1/713:35JNB - SJO
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R28 906
Mon 1/719:20JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 17/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4R29 479
Tue 12/1119:45JNB - LIR
2 stops48h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 16/1114:03LIR - JNB
2 stops57h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/4R31 043

One-way flights to Costa Rica

Explore one-way flight options to Costa Rica for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Costa Rica, check out these fares. Users seeking round-trip flights to Costa Rica should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Wed 29/520:15JNB - SJO
2 stops48h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R15 035

Average price of flights to Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Costa Rica is currently R15 035 while a return flight costs R31 714. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Costa Rica (average of R1 048). Flying to Costa Rica in July will prove the most costly (average of R1 597). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R21 541

February

R19 996

March

R25 777

April

R22 247

May

R21 732

June

R24 212

July

R30 471

August

R26 178

September

R22 037

October

R21 999

November

R20 816

December

R22 324

Temperature and rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SJO

Temperature

18 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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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.
To help decide which airline to fly to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about British Airways, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7,8
Good
2 062 reviews
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7,6
Good
1 809 reviews
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7,4
Good
11 226 reviews
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7,0
Good
6 863 reviews
8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Costa Rica if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Costa Rica on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Costa Rica?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Costa Rica.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Costa Rica?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Costa Rica. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport typically cost R3 029, while return flights cost around R6 947.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Costa Rica depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Cape Town offers the quickest one-way flight (31 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (0,0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport).

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