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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica from R9 911

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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 8 June 2026.

Wed 28/1019:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops28h 10m
British Airways
Fri 6/1117:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 4/6R23 704
Tue 6/1018:55
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 50m
Air Europa
Tue 20/1014:48
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops35h 02m
Air Europa
Deal found 6/6R26 099
Fri 23/1022:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops44h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 31/1023:28
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop35h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R26 875
Wed 28/1015:05
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops35h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 6/1123:28
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop35h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6R26 942
Fri 23/1021:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops50h 30m
British Airways
Fri 30/1017:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 3/6R27 008
Wed 28/1020:20
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops70h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1113:21
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops35h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R27 156
Tue 6/1018:50
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1018:25
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop42h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6R27 189
Tue 6/1018:50
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop30h 10m
Air France
Tue 20/1017:55
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Air France
Deal found 6/6R27 222
Wed 15/719:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 19m
United Airlines
Tue 21/70:30
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6R27 437
Sun 19/719:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
British Airways
Sun 26/712:50
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 4/6R27 454
Wed 28/1013:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1116:15
SJO
-
JNB
3 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R28 263
Sun 19/714:55
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/71:40
SJO
-
JNB
3 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R28 395

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 8 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 704

One-way from

R9 911

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R24 299
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 28/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R28 981 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 080 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

19:35-15:45

2 stops28h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

17:25-10:25

2 stops33h 00m

R23 704

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

15:05-18:53

2 stops35h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

23:28-18:35

1 stop35h 07m

R26 942

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

20:20-11:05

2 stops70h 45m

Liberia

Mon 2/11

13:21-8:40

2 stops35h 19m

R27 156

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

18:50-17:00

1 stop30h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/10

18:25-21:20

1 stop42h 55m

R27 189
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

19:00-20:19

2 stops33h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/7

7:15-18:30

1 stop27h 15m

R27 288

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

14:55-15:25

2 stops32h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/7

1:40-20:30

3 stops34h 50m

R28 395

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

22:00-20:19

1 stop30h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

7:55-18:30

2 stops50h 35m

R29 518
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

16:40-15:40

3 stops55h 00m

R9 911

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:45-13:00

2 stops54h 15m

R16 799

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

19:25-19:35

2 stops32h 10m

R18 583

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Costa Rica

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica (average of R5 501). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 160). 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 8 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France,United Airlines, andBritish Airways 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.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 598 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
Air France
7,4
Good
1 598 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 598 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 785 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 598 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 029 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 598 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class

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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 28h 10m. Fly via British Airways or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Costa Rica is about 12719 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica (average of R5 501). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 160). 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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United AirlinesCheapestR8 782AverageR27 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 537AverageR21 049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR22 990AverageR24 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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