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R12 702+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

— SJO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica

Fri 30/1010:25 -
2 stops33h 35m
Fri 6/1114:25 -
2 stops68h 10m
Deal found 15/9R20 991
Fri 30/1019:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Fri 6/1114:01 -
2 stops36h 24m
Deal found 15/9R26 397
Fri 30/1022:20 -
3 stops66h 15m
Fri 6/1116:15 -
3 stops44h 20m
Deal found 15/9R26 430
Wed 18/1120:40 -
2 stops49h 30m
Sun 22/1115:10 -
2 stops58h 50m
Deal found 14/9R47 811
Wed 18/1119:45 -
2 stops47h 59m
Sun 22/1117:20 -
1 stop41h 15m
Deal found 14/9R48 951
Thu 29/1021:40 -
2 stops41h 10m
Thu 5/117:40 -
2 stops41h 00m
Deal found 14/9R128 386

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R20 991

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R12 702

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Cheapest in

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R19 786
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 30/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 101h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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30/9-31/12
  • 30/9-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

5:45-15:55

3 stops42h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 702

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

10:25-12:00

2 stops33h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

14:25-18:35

2 stops68h 10m

R20 991

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

14:01-10:25

2 stops36h 24m

R26 397

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

20:40-15:15

1 stop26h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

21:00-9:40

1 stop28h 40m

R29 263

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

20:40-14:10

2 stops49h 30m

Liberia

Sun 22/11

15:10-10:00

2 stops58h 50m

R47 811

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

19:45-11:44

2 stops47h 59m

Liberia

Sun 22/11

17:20-18:35

1 stop41h 15m

R48 951

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/2

19:45-22:30

2 stops34h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/3

8:45-10:00

2 stops41h 15m

R77 237

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/2

18:50-21:54

3 stops35h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/3

14:42-11:00

2 stops36h 18m

R101 044

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/2

22:00-11:30

1 stop45h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/3

23:28-18:35

1 stop35h 07m

R110 750

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

21:40-6:50

2 stops41h 10m

Liberia

Thu 5/11

7:40-8:40

2 stops41h 00m

R128 386

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Costa Rica

How long is the flight to Costa Rica?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica takes 47 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Costa Rica from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The most popular airline flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica is British Airways.

British Airways
British Airways
From R17 839
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R18 935

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest airline flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica is British Airways.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Costa Rica?

The most popular places in Costa Rica to fly to are San José and Liberia.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 229 reviews
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Comfort

6,8

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

6,7

Crew

7,7

Food

6,4

Boarding

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kaisha,Jul 2026

VLC - LGW

It was a Vueling flight. Boarding was super quick and organised. Didn't eat or purchase anything so cant comment on food. It was a short flight so there was also no entertainment. Disembarking was done in rows which I though was a good idea however people continued to make it seem like a really challenging task. Trying to walk back for bags, waking from seats further back when it wasnt their turn etc.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 229 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 229 reviews
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Comfort

6,8

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

6,7

Crew

7,7

Food

6,4

Boarding

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kaisha,Jul 2026

VLC - LGW

It was a Vueling flight. Boarding was super quick and organised. Didn't eat or purchase anything so cant comment on food. It was a short flight so there was also no entertainment. Disembarking was done in rows which I though was a good idea however people continued to make it seem like a really challenging task. Trying to walk back for bags, waking from seats further back when it wasnt their turn etc.

FAQs about flying to Costa Rica

  • 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, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Costa Rica.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (31 hours 3 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have car hire?

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

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

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

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