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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica from R16 476

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 22 — Mar 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Costa Rica

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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 23 January 2026.

Sat 7/222:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 15m
Delta
Sat 21/27:00
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R17 286
Sat 7/222:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 15m
Delta
Fri 20/27:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 10m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R17 562
Fri 22/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops55h 49m
British Airways
Mon 25/515:12
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops55h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 20/1R19 716
Sat 7/219:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops29h 00m
British Airways
Thu 19/218:15
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R20 299
Wed 21/1021:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops45h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 4/1113:09
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/1R22 892
Thu 29/123:59
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop26h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/220:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R23 345
Sun 23/821:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 59m
British Airways
Mon 31/812:50
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R23 961
Thu 7/510:25
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops32h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 11/511:49
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops46h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1R30 490

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 23 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 286

One-way from

R16 476

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R20 623
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/2-16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 15m 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 (R52 258 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 714 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 286

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 286

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 286

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 21/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 286

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 19/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 286

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/2

14:25-12:10

2 stops37h 45m

R17 351

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/2

7:00-12:10

2 stops45h 10m

R17 351

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

19:35-16:35

2 stops29h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 19/2

18:15-10:25

2 stops32h 10m

R20 299

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

R30 490

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:25-19:14

2 stops55h 49m

R16 476

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Deals found on 21/1

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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 800). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 457). 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 23 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
1 913 reviews
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Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 523 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 193 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 744 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 690 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

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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 15m. Fly via Delta 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.

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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 800). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 457). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 539AverageR12 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 736AverageR20 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 992AverageR26 240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR20 383AverageR25 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 645AverageR25 021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR27 263AverageR30 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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