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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica from R19 948

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
May 9 — May 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Thu 19/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 55m
British Airways
Mon 23/1113:09
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 26m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4R19 948
Fri 27/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 55m
British Airways
Tue 1/1215:11
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops56h 24m
British Airways
Deal found 8/4R21 228
Wed 7/1021:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops45h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 28/1014:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/4R22 836
Sun 17/521:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops53h 52m
British Airways
Sat 23/515:08
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops55h 52m
British Airways
Deal found 7/4R23 229
Thu 16/419:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 24m
JetBlue
Thu 23/423:59
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops50h 31m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/4R23 672
Sun 1/1119:05
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops55h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/1110:00
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops40h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R23 754
Wed 15/419:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 24m
JetBlue
Thu 23/423:59
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops50h 31m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/4R23 984
Thu 16/419:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 24m
JetBlue
Fri 24/423:59
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops50h 31m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/4R24 329
Thu 21/512:40
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops54h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/514:00
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R28 085
Thu 12/1112:45
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops33h 28m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1113:21
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops30h 34m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R34 008
Fri 23/1019:00
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops49h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 27/1013:20
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops45h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/4R48 214

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 229

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R12 747
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 17/5-23/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 109h 44m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

12:40-11:22

2 stops54h 42m

Liberia

Thu 28/5

14:00-10:30

2 stops36h 30m

R28 085

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

23:15-16:20

1 stop25h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

18:45-21:20

2 stops66h 35m

R28 856

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

18:00-21:46

3 stops35h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

23:59-10:30

2 stops50h 31m

R31 465
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

14:50-15:40

3 stops32h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 22/5

1:50-12:00

3 stops26h 10m

R37 813

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

8:45-8:35

2 stops39h 50m

R39 421

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica (average of R5 873). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 670). 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 9 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air France,LATAM Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 564 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 909 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 555 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 900 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 865 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Costa Rica will take you 25h 05m. The distance from Johannesburg to Costa Rica is about 12719 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica (average of R5 873). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 670). 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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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 647AverageR12 184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapestR8 722AverageR26 196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 410AverageR20 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR20 640AverageR25 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR22 841AverageR24 610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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