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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica from R12 702

JNB — SJO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Fri 30/1010:25 -
2 stops33h 35m
Fri 6/1114:25 -
2 stops68h 10m
Deal found 15/9R20 991
Fri 30/1019:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Fri 6/1114:01 -
2 stops36h 24m
Deal found 15/9R26 397
Fri 30/1022:20 -
3 stops66h 15m
Fri 6/1116:15 -
3 stops44h 20m
Deal found 15/9R26 430
Wed 18/1120:40 -
2 stops49h 30m
Sun 22/1115:10 -
2 stops58h 50m
Deal found 14/9R47 811
Wed 18/1119:45 -
2 stops47h 59m
Sun 22/1117:20 -
1 stop41h 15m
Deal found 14/9R48 951
Thu 29/1021:40 -
2 stops41h 10m
Thu 5/117:40 -
2 stops41h 00m
Deal found 14/9R128 386

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Round-trip from

R20 991

One-way from

R12 702

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R19 786
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 30/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 101h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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30/9-31/12
  • 30/9-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 572 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

5:45-15:55

3 stops42h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 702

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

14:50-15:55

2 stops33h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 105

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

21:15-20:07

2 stops54h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 512

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

19:00-17:35

1 stop30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R20 942

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

10:25-12:00

2 stops33h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

14:25-18:35

2 stops68h 10m

R20 991
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

23:15-16:20

1 stop25h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R25 697

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

14:01-10:25

2 stops36h 24m

R26 397

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

20:40-15:15

1 stop26h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

21:00-9:40

1 stop28h 40m

R29 263

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

20:40-14:10

2 stops49h 30m

Liberia

Sun 22/11

15:10-10:00

2 stops58h 50m

R47 811

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LIR Liberia

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

19:45-11:44

2 stops47h 59m

Liberia

Sun 22/11

17:20-18:35

1 stop41h 15m

R48 951

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica (average of R19 786). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 817). 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

See what other customers who have flown with British Airways 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.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 229 reviews
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Boarding

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Food

6,4

Crew

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kaisha,Jul 2026

VLC - LGW

It was a Vueling flight. Boarding was super quick and organised. Didn't eat or purchase anything so cant comment on food. It was a short flight so there was also no entertainment. Disembarking was done in rows which I though was a good idea however people continued to make it seem like a really challenging task. Trying to walk back for bags, waking from seats further back when it wasnt their turn etc.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 229 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 229 reviews
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Boarding

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Food

6,4

Crew

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kaisha,Jul 2026

VLC - LGW

It was a Vueling flight. Boarding was super quick and organised. Didn't eat or purchase anything so cant comment on food. It was a short flight so there was also no entertainment. Disembarking was done in rows which I though was a good idea however people continued to make it seem like a really challenging task. Trying to walk back for bags, waking from seats further back when it wasnt their turn etc.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Johannesburg to Costa Rica will take you 29h 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?

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

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

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica (average of R19 786). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 817). 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 airline flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 839AverageR21 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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