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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica from R16 657

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
Feb 5 — Feb 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 January 2026.

Fri 22/521:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 59mBritish Airways
Mon 25/56:12SJO - JNB
2 stops43h 13mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1R20 061
Wed 18/219:35JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 58mBritish Airways
Wed 25/215:59SJO - JNB
2 stops31h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/1R20 390
Thu 15/119:35JNB - SJO
2 stops33h 27mBritish Airways
Thu 22/116:02SJO - JNB
2 stops31h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1R21 146
Wed 18/219:20JNB - SJO
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/220:30SJO - JNB
1 stop41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1R23 712
Wed 18/223:59JNB - SJO
2 stops45h 01mKLM
Wed 25/220:30SJO - JNB
1 stop41h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/1R24 172
Thu 15/110:10JNB - SJO
2 stops36h 40mLufthansa
Thu 22/120:40SJO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 5/1R24 386
Tue 1/1210:10JNB - SJO
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/1220:40SJO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R25 422
Thu 15/119:20JNB - SJO
1 stop30h 30mAir France
Thu 22/120:05SJO - JNB
1 stop32h 05mAir France
Deal found 5/1R25 981
Tue 1/1210:10JNB - SJO
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 17/1220:40SJO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R26 589
Thu 7/510:25JNB - LIR
2 stops32h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/513:20LIR - JNB
2 stops45h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1R31 160
Fri 22/520:40JNB - LIR
2 stops49h 59mQatar Airways
Tue 26/514:45LIR - JNB
2 stops34h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1R35 386

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 6 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 061

One-way from

R16 657

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R20 933
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 22/5-25/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 97h 12m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 49m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R54 258 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 072 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

19:25-19:14

2 stops55h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

6:12-7:00

2 stops40h 48m

R20 094

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

19:35-20:33

2 stops32h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/2

15:59-7:35

2 stops31h 36m

R20 390

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

19:35-21:02

2 stops33h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 22/1

16:02-7:35

2 stops31h 33m

R21 146

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

23:59-13:00

2 stops45h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/2

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

R24 172

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

10:10-14:50

2 stops36h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 22/1

20:40-9:30

1 stop28h 50m

R24 386

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

19:20-17:50

1 stop30h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 22/1

20:05-12:10

1 stop32h 05m

R25 981

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

20:15-0:15

3 stops36h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/2

8:50-9:30

2 stops40h 40m

R27 017

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

10:25-10:44

2 stops32h 19m

Liberia

Mon 11/5

11:49-18:30

2 stops46h 41m

R31 160

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

20:40-14:39

2 stops49h 59m

Liberia

Tue 26/5

14:45-8:50

2 stops34h 05m

R35 386

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

10:40-12:35

3 stops33h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

1:45-7:45

2 stops22h 00m

R46 519

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica (average of R5 887). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 732). 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 6 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines, Air France, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 899 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

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
1 899 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 899 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

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
1 519 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 899 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

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
9 136 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 899 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

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
7 686 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 899 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

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
7 657 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 899 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Food

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in 32h 19m. Fly via British Airways, KLM, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Costa Rica is about 12878 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica (average of R5 887). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 732). 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 667AverageR12 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 951AverageR20 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 288AverageR26 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 084AverageR25 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 770AverageR25 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR27 672AverageR31 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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