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R10 614+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
Jun 27 — Jul 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 May 2026.

Fri 7/815:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/916:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5R27 312
Wed 8/723:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops44h 36m
Delta
Sun 19/713:16
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops48h 04m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R27 411
Tue 7/723:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops44h 36m
Delta
Sun 19/713:16
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops48h 04m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R27 427
Tue 7/721:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 20m
British Airways
Tue 21/712:50
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops36h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R27 558
Tue 14/719:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops48h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 22/77:15
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/5R27 590
Wed 8/723:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops44h 36m
Delta
Sat 18/714:32
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops70h 48m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R27 721

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Find the latest flights to Costa Rica in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 28 May 2026.

Return from

R27 312

One-way from

R10 614

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

R22 373
7/8-4/9
  • 7/8-4/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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28/9
  • 28/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 730 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R304 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

19:00-11:38

2 stops48h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/7

7:15-18:30

1 stop27h 15m

R27 590

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

23:15-11:51

2 stops44h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/7

14:32-21:20

2 stops70h 48m

R27 738

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

22:00-20:19

1 stop30h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 29/8

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

R28 343

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

23:15-11:51

2 stops44h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/7

13:16-21:20

2 stops48h 04m

R28 441

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

23:15-16:20

1 stop25h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/7

19:05-10:20

1 stop31h 15m

R30 093

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

19:00-22:39

2 stops35h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 29/6

8:45-8:35

2 stops39h 50m

R31 319

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

22:00-20:19

1 stop30h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

R32 824

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

17:50-13:10

2 stops51h 20m

Liberia

Thu 16/7

14:00-10:30

2 stops36h 30m

R33 854

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

19:00-10:44

2 stops47h 44m

Liberia

Thu 16/7

16:30-18:30

1 stop42h 00m

R46 251
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

21:55-12:00

1 stop22h 05m

Liberia

Thu 16/7

13:25-19:40

1 stop22h 15m

R216 962

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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 38 hours 35 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, United Airlines and Air France.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R8 695
British Airways
British Airways
From R18 354
Air France
Air France
From R22 771

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica are United Airlines, British Airways and Air France.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals 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?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Costa Rica in the last few years. This data was updated on 28 May 2026.
The most popular places in Costa Rica to fly to are San José and Liberia.

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 28 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,United Airlines, andBritish 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
7,4
Good
1 593 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 593 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 593 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 750 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 593 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 007 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 593 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.

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, United Airlines 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 (25 hours 50 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 María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0,0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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