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R3 911+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/5. 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.
SJO — JNB
May 4 — May 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Find flights departing from Costa Rica that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 4 April 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/4

7:55-18:30

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

22:00-12:21

2 stops46h 21m

R22 451

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/9

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

19:00-12:26

2 stops49h 26m

R23 399

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/4

11:50-18:30

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

19:00-7:15

2 stops44h 15m

R24 805

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 24/4

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

19:00-7:15

2 stops44h 15m

R24 822

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/4

12:44-18:30

1 stop21h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

19:00-12:21

2 stops49h 21m

R24 822
Fastest return journey

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 20/4

12:44-18:30

1 stop21h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

22:00-19:37

2 stops29h 37m

R25 126

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 17/9

7:55-9:30

2 stops41h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

19:50-11:38

1 stop23h 48m

R27 057

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/4

11:13-18:30

2 stops47h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

22:00-7:15

2 stops41h 15m

R27 802

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/4

12:44-18:30

1 stop21h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

19:00-19:37

2 stops32h 37m

R28 360

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/4

11:50-18:30

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

19:00-5:30

2 stops42h 30m

R28 377

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica (average of R8 974). Flying from Costa Rica in June will prove the most costly (average of R43 412). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Costa Rica?

When flying from Costa Rica check dates and pricing for the following: United Airlines. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R16 463

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Costa Rica?

The cheapest city to fly to from Costa Rica is Guatemala City La Aurora, with prices starting at R1 227. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Guatemala City La Aurora
Guatemala City La Aurora
From R1 227
Houston Hobby
Houston Hobby
From R18 804

Airline reviews for flights from Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from Costa Rica. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Costa Rica have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 541 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Costa Rica?

    August is currently the cheapest month to fly from Costa Rica. At this moment in time June is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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