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R20 574+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

— SJO
Oct 5 — Oct 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica

Tue 20/1021:15 -
2 stops31h 06m
Tue 27/1015:01 -
2 stops35h 24m
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Tue 20/1022:00 -
2 stops29h 37m
Tue 27/1022:28 -
1 stop36h 07m
Deal found 5/9R23 124
Sun 18/1023:15 -
2 stops44h 20m
Sun 25/1013:00 -
2 stops38h 25m
Deal found 3/9R27 953
Tue 20/1018:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Tue 27/1018:20 -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 5/9R28 638
Sat 5/922:00 -
2 stops46h 21m
Fri 11/97:55 -
2 stops50h 35m
Deal found 4/9R31 809
Sat 17/1018:50 -
2 stops48h 45m
Sat 24/1014:00 -
2 stops48h 00m
Deal found 2/9R33 785

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Cheapest in

January

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R20 303
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 20/10-27/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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17/10-31/12
  • 17/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 13m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R508 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

14:05-13:18

2 stops55h 13m

Liberia

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R20 574

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

21:15-20:21

2 stops31h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 27/10

15:01-10:25

2 stops35h 24m

R23 092

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

22:00-19:37

2 stops29h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 27/10

22:28-18:35

1 stop36h 07m

R23 124

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

23:15-11:35

2 stops44h 20m

Liberia

Sun 25/10

13:00-11:25

2 stops38h 25m

R27 953

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

18:50-17:00

1 stop30h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 27/10

18:20-11:25

1 stop33h 05m

R28 638

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

18:50-11:35

2 stops48h 45m

Liberia

Sat 24/10

14:00-22:00

2 stops48h 00m

R33 785

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

17:55-20:20

3 stops34h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 27/10

18:20-10:55

3 stops32h 35m

R39 491

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 124

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

R47 507

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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 45 hours 20 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 457
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R18 531
Air France
Air France
From R15 184

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 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
8 206 reviews
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Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,5

Boarding

7,0

Food

6,4

Overall

6,7

Comfort

6,8

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
8 206 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 206 reviews
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Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,5

Boarding

7,0

Food

6,4

Overall

6,7

Comfort

6,8

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 (33 hours 26 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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