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R14 105+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

— SJO
Sep 25 — Oct 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica

Sat 3/1020:15 -
2 stops47h 39m
Fri 30/1013:25 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 21/8R18 689
Sat 3/1020:15 -
2 stops47h 39m
Sat 31/1013:25 -
1 stop21h 45m
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Thu 1/1021:15 -
2 stops54h 52m
Tue 3/1117:25 -
2 stops33h 00m
Deal found 21/8R20 095
Wed 30/921:15 -
2 stops54h 52m
Mon 2/116:20 -
2 stops44h 05m
Deal found 21/8R20 143
Thu 1/1022:00 -
2 stops41h 15m
Wed 28/107:45 -
2 stops26h 50m
Deal found 21/8R20 207
Sat 3/1020:15 -
2 stops47h 39m
Thu 29/1013:25 -
2 stops48h 35m
Deal found 21/8R20 383

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R24 105
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  • 3/10-30/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 24m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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29/11
  • 29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 28m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R466 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

Sat 3/10

20:15-11:54

2 stops47h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 29/10

13:25-19:10

1 stop21h 45m

R18 689

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

21:15-20:07

2 stops30h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

6:20-10:25

2 stops44h 05m

R20 143

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

22:00-7:15

2 stops41h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 28/10

7:45-18:35

2 stops26h 50m

R20 207

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

23:59-22:15

2 stops30h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/12

14:37-8:20

2 stops57h 43m

R20 606

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

15:05-11:38

2 stops28h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 30/10

11:35-18:35

2 stops47h 00m

R20 798

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

15:05-11:38

2 stops28h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/10

13:25-18:30

2 stops45h 05m

R20 894

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

23:15-11:54

2 stops68h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/11

14:25-19:10

1 stop20h 45m

R23 913
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/12

13:59-10:25

2 stops36h 26m

R24 041

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

22:00-12:21

2 stops70h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/10

12:55-18:35

1 stop21h 40m

R24 137

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

21:15-20:07

2 stops30h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 13/9

6:00-9:25

2 stops43h 25m

R25 414

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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 32 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 498
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R18 574
Air France
Air France
From R15 220

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
1 646 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

CDG - DBV

Something in the cabin started on fire. Filled with smoke 8 minutes before landed. But everything was fine.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 646 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 646 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

CDG - DBV

Something in the cabin started on fire. Filled with smoke 8 minutes before landed. But everything was fine.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 194 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 646 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

CDG - DBV

Something in the cabin started on fire. Filled with smoke 8 minutes before landed. But everything was fine.

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 (29 hours 5 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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