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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica from R18 653

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SJO
Mar 30 — Apr 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2026.

Mon 2/320:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop23h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 9/322:28
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop34h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/2R18 653
Mon 18/519:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop23h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 27/58:45
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/2R19 242
Mon 18/515:20
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/519:20
SJO
-
CPT
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R22 712
Mon 2/314:15
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops36h 40m
Lufthansa
Mon 9/320:10
SJO
-
CPT
3 stops54h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 24/2R29 619
Thu 5/320:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops31h 49m
United Airlines
Mon 9/35:30
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops25h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/2R29 874
Sun 12/419:30
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops58h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/416:00
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops54h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2R33 104
Sun 12/417:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops33h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 19/413:35
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop41h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/2R37 067

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 28 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 242

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 892
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/5-27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 64h 33m total
  • Cape Town to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R22 767 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 239 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

19:50-7:15

2 stops43h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

8:45-9:30

2 stops40h 45m

R19 242

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

15:20-17:35

2 stops34h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

19:20-16:45

3 stops37h 25m

R22 712

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/4

19:30-22:14

2 stops58h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/4

16:00-6:45

2 stops54h 45m

R33 104

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/4

17:55-19:37

2 stops33h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/4

13:35-15:20

1 stop41h 45m

R37 067

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica (average of R14 499). Flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica in January is currently the most expensive (average of R30 271). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and British Airways from Cape Town 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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 362 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 362 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 362 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 772 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 362 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica can take about 43h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R19 242. Airlines will cover a distance of 11795 km.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica (average of R14 499). Flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica in January is currently the most expensive (average of R30 271). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 272AverageR24 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 362AverageR20 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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