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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica from R24 818

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SJO
May 15 — May 221
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 15 April 2026.

Sun 22/1118:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops58h 00m
British Airways
Thu 26/1115:11
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops60h 59m
British Airways
Deal found 13/4R24 818
Thu 23/417:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 3/58:45
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops46h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4R25 636
Thu 23/417:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
Sat 2/56:00
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops51h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4R26 062
Thu 23/417:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 4/512:44
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops44h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4R26 241
Mon 11/523:15
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops49h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/518:25
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4R28 139
Mon 11/523:15
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops49h 55m
Air France
Wed 27/519:15
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops42h 10m
Air France
Deal found 12/4R28 499
Tue 12/523:15
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops27h 46m
KLM
Tue 26/518:25
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop43h 00m
KLM
Deal found 12/4R28 614
Tue 21/419:30
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops34h 06m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/512:10
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R28 990

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Costa Rica

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Round-trip from

R28 139

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R19 926
KLM
  • KLM
  • 11/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 92h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 309 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

19:30-21:36

2 stops34h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

16:30-12:55

2 stops36h 25m

R30 102

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

19:30-21:36

2 stops34h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

16:30-12:55

2 stops36h 25m

R30 348

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

16:35-21:46

3 stops37h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/5

14:59-11:50

2 stops36h 51m

R57 833

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

16:35-23:55

2 stops39h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/5

9:25-11:50

3 stops42h 25m

R68 172

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

16:35-21:47

3 stops37h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

9:25-11:50

3 stops42h 25m

R83 060

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

16:35-23:55

2 stops39h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/5

9:25-11:50

3 stops42h 25m

R84 516

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica

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 593). Flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica in January is currently the most expensive (average of R31 117). 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 15 April 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
9 590 reviews
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Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

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
9 590 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 590 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

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
7 885 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 590 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

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 34h 06m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R30 102. Airlines will cover a distance of 11795 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 593). Flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica in January is currently the most expensive (average of R31 117). 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 15 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 783AverageR25 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 874AverageR21 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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