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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica from R12 564

JNB — SJO
Oct 13 — Oct 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Sun 1/1122:00 -
2 stops47h 22m
Wed 18/119:40 -
2 stops40h 00m
Deal found 11/9R24 097
Sun 1/1119:55 -
2 stops55h 20m
Wed 18/1116:40 -
1 stop33h 20m
Deal found 11/9R27 882
Sun 1/1120:40 -
1 stop29h 55m
Wed 18/1116:40 -
1 stop33h 20m
Deal found 11/9R29 960
Wed 18/1120:40 -
2 stops49h 30m
Sun 22/1115:10 -
2 stops58h 50m
Deal found 10/9R47 372
Wed 18/1119:45 -
2 stops47h 59m
Sun 22/1117:20 -
1 stop41h 15m
Deal found 9/9R48 016
Tue 20/1018:55 -
2 stops34h 53m
Tue 3/1114:46 -
2 stops36h 04m
Deal found 11/9R77 268
Tue 20/1019:00 -
2 stops33h 20m
Sun 1/118:45 -
2 stops41h 10m
Deal found 11/9R102 653
Mon 19/1023:15 -
1 stop25h 05m
Sun 1/1118:20 -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 11/9R104 892
Thu 22/1018:55 -
2 stops34h 53m
Sun 1/1114:46 -
2 stops36h 04m
Deal found 11/9R105 295
Mon 19/1023:15 -
1 stop25h 05m
Fri 30/1019:40 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 11/9R111 335
Mon 19/108:45 -
2 stops40h 50m
Sun 1/1121:00 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 11/9R111 544

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Round-trip from

R24 097

One-way from

R12 564

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R20 521
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/11-18/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 87h 22m 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 271 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

Sat 9/1

10:25-8:35

3 stops54h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 787

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:50-15:55

2 stops33h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 431

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/1

19:55-21:52

2 stops33h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R19 538

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 714

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

22:00-13:22

2 stops47h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/11

9:40-9:40

2 stops40h 00m

R24 097

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

19:55-19:15

2 stops55h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/11

16:40-10:00

1 stop33h 20m

R27 882

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

20:40-18:35

1 stop29h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/11

16:40-10:00

1 stop33h 20m

R29 960
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/1

22:00-19:53

1 stop29h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R37 981

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 372

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 016

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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 571). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 493). 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
8 215 reviews
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Boarding

7,0

Overall

6,7

Entertainment

6,5

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
8 215 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 215 reviews
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Boarding

7,0

Overall

6,7

Entertainment

6,5

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 55m. 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 571). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 493). 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 645AverageR20 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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