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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica from R12 472

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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
maig 2 — maig 91
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 2 abril 2026.

dg. 17/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 42m
British Airways
dg. 24/512:50
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops36h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 2/4R22 250
dj. 5/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops54h 55m
British Airways
dl. 9/1113:09
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 26m
British Airways
Deal found 29/3R23 142
dl. 13/419:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops47h 17m
Multiple Airlines
dt. 21/414:08
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R28 124
dg. 17/523:15
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
dg. 24/519:25
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4R28 225
dv. 23/1019:20
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops49h 35m
Air Canada
dt. 27/1013:55
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops59h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 29/3R47 850
dv. 23/1019:00
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops49h 10m
United Airlines
dt. 27/1013:20
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops45h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/3R49 398

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 2 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R28 124

One-way from

R12 472

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R13 078
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/4-21/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 59m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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11/7
  • 11/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R41 669 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 541 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dl. 13/4

19:50-11:07

2 stops47h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dt. 21/4

14:08-8:50

2 stops34h 42m

R28 124

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dc. 22/4

19:00-7:15

2 stops44h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dg. 10/5

8:45-8:35

2 stops63h 50m

R29 740
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dc. 22/4

14:30-15:25

3 stops32h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dg. 10/5

7:45-9:20

2 stops41h 35m

R36 742

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dg. 23/8

19:00-19:37

2 stops32h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dl. 31/8

13:25-8:35

2 stops59h 10m

R39 182
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dg. 12/7

17:00-15:05

3 stops54h 05m

R16 393

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ds. 11/7

21:15-19:26

2 stops30h 11m

R17 016

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dg. 12/7

19:25-19:26

2 stops32h 01m

R17 016

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dc. 15/4

20:40-15:25

2 stops50h 45m

R18 699

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dc. 22/4

16:40-13:23

3 stops52h 43m

R19 187
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ds. 11/7

18:55-14:35

1 stop27h 40m

R36 001

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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 R6 025). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 214). 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 2 abril 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France,LATAM Airlines, 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.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 561 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

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
1 561 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 561 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

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
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 907 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 561 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

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
9 535 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 561 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

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
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 885 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

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
7 841 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,0

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

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 44h 15m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Costa Rica is about 12719 km.

  • 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.

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica (average of R6 025). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 214). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 2 abril 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 871AverageR12 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapestR8 948AverageR26 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 888AverageR21 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 176AverageR26 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 434AverageR25 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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