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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica from R9 613

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Jan 2 — Jan 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

Wed 11/219:35JNB - SJO
2 stops33h 23mBritish Airways
Sun 15/215:55SJO - JNB
2 stops55h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12R20 544
Wed 11/221:55JNB - SJO
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Sun 15/27:00SJO - JNB
2 stops45h 10mDelta
Deal found 1/12R22 288
Wed 11/219:20JNB - SJO
1 stop27h 40mAir France
Sun 15/220:05SJO - JNB
1 stop32h 05mAir France
Deal found 1/12R25 538
Mon 9/222:00JNB - LIR
2 stops46h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 13/215:18LIR - JNB
2 stops59h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/12R29 935
Wed 25/223:59JNB - LIR
2 stops44h 51mDelta
Sun 1/314:05LIR - JNB
2 stops48h 00mDelta
Deal found 30/11R22 459

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 3 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 595

One-way from

R9 613

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R28 207
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 11/2-15/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 23m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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26/5
  • 26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R48 515 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R11 166 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 3 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-20:58

2 stops33h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/2

15:55-7:35

2 stops55h 40m

R20 544

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

21:55-13:00

1 stop23h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/2

7:00-12:10

2 stops45h 10m

R22 288

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

23:59-12:50

2 stops44h 51m

Liberia

Sun 1/3

14:05-22:05

2 stops48h 00m

R22 459

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:20-15:00

1 stop27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/2

20:05-12:10

1 stop32h 05m

R25 538

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

22:00-12:13

2 stops46h 13m

Liberia

Fri 13/2

15:18-10:25

2 stops59h 07m

R29 935

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

16:40-15:50

3 stops55h 10m

R9 613

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

18:10-17:25

1 stop31h 15m

R19 398

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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 R6 124). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 492). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 74% on flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 3 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines, Air France, 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.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 890 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 890 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 890 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
Air France
7,4
Good
1 500 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 890 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 064 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 890 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 605 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 890 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 550 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 890 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Johannesburg to Costa Rica will take you 23h 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 R6 124). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 492). 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 6 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 3 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR9 016AverageR12 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 673AverageR21 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 024AverageR27 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 932AverageR26 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR22 842AverageR26 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR28 785AverageR32 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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