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R14 280+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

— SJO
Sep 19 — Sep 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica

Mon 2/1122:00 -
2 stops54h 39m
Sat 14/1113:55 -
2 stops68h 40m
Deal found 19/8R20 280
Thu 1/109:50 -
2 stops37h 35m
Wed 7/101:50 -
2 stops21h 15m
Deal found 17/8R24 663
Sat 10/1021:15 -
2 stops55h 06m
Sat 17/1015:01 -
2 stops58h 24m
Deal found 17/8R27 121
Sun 23/822:00 -
1 stop30h 19m
Mon 31/813:25 -
2 stops69h 05m
Deal found 16/8R27 218
Sat 10/1018:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Sat 17/1018:25 -
1 stop42h 55m
Deal found 17/8R28 528
Fri 2/1018:50 -
2 stops49h 10m
Fri 9/1013:00 -
2 stops61h 20m
Deal found 18/8R34 641

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Return from

R18 825

One-way from

R14 280

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R24 404
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 27/1-31/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 52m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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3/12
  • 3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 58m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R2 128 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R429 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

19:35-21:02

2 stops33h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 31/1

8:00-10:25

2 stops42h 25m

R18 922

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

21:15-20:21

2 stops55h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 17/10

15:01-9:25

2 stops58h 24m

R27 121

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

18:50-17:00

1 stop30h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 17/10

18:25-21:20

1 stop42h 55m

R28 528

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

15:05-19:53

2 stops36h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 31/1

9:05-18:35

1 stop25h 30m

R32 183

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

18:50-12:00

2 stops49h 10m

Liberia

Fri 9/10

13:00-10:20

2 stops61h 20m

R34 641

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

18:50-0:15

2 stops37h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 30/1

1:45-11:00

3 stops49h 15m

R40 480

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 644

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

20:40-14:10

2 stops49h 30m

Liberia

Sun 31/1

15:10-10:00

2 stops58h 50m

R47 676

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 048

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

19:45-11:44

2 stops47h 59m

Liberia

Sun 31/1

17:15-18:35

1 stop41h 20m

R48 081

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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 39 hours 9 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 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica are British Airways and Air France.

British Airways
British Airways
From R17 716
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R18 823
Air France
Air France
From R15 409

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica are Air France and 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 Air France and 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.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 179 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.

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, Air France 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, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (30 hours 19 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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