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R12 710+ 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
Jun 3 — Jun 101
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 4 May 2026.

Wed 23/921:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops53h 15m
British Airways
Sun 27/97:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 2/5R21 649
Sun 23/819:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 31/88:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops49h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/4R38 413

Find flight deals to Costa Rica

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 4 May 2026.

Return from

R21 649

One-way from

R12 710

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R22 363
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 23/9-27/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 95h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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1/8
  • 1/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R2 159 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R343 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in May 2026
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

21:15-18:30

2 stops53h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 27/9

7:00-9:25

2 stops42h 25m

R21 649
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

19:00-19:37

2 stops32h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

R38 413
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

16:40-15:25

3 stops54h 45m

R13 325

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Best time to book a flight to Costa Rica

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Costa Rica

When is the best time to book a flight to Costa Rica?

The price you pay for your flight to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Costa Rica?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica takes 44 hours 37 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.

British Airways
British Airways
From R18 645
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R8 833
Air France
Air France
From R23 132
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R20 904

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 Lufthansa.

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 4 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 4 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,United Airlines, andLufthansa 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
1 583 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

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
1 583 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 583 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

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
9 682 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 583 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

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.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 972 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 583 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

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
7 944 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 583 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

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, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (30 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 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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