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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica from R11 553

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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 5 May 2026.

Wed 23/921:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops29h 15m
British Airways
Sun 27/97:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 4/5R21 521
Sun 23/819:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 31/88:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops49h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/5R39 168

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 521

One-way from

R11 553

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R22 472
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 23/9-27/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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1/8
  • 1/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R36 224 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 766 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 5 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

21:15-18:30

2 stops29h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 27/9

7:00-9:25

2 stops42h 25m

R21 521

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

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

R39 168
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

16:40-15:25

3 stops54h 45m

R13 390

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

16:40-15:40

3 stops55h 00m

R14 625

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

15:00-15:25

2 stops32h 25m

R18 649
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

21:15-19:35

2 stops30h 20m

R18 783

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:50-11:50

2 stops48h 00m

R19 150

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

18:55-21:45

2 stops34h 50m

R20 152

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:00-17:35

1 stop30h 35m

R21 387

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica (average of R5 293). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R19 718). 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 5 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air France,United Airlines, andLufthansa 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
1 585 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 585 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 585 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 684 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 585 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 974 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 585 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 944 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 585 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.

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 29h 15m. The distance from Johannesburg to Costa Rica is about 12719 km.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica (average of R5 293). Flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R19 718). 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 4 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR8 876AverageR25 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 736AverageR21 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 006AverageR25 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 245AverageR24 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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