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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica from R12 234

JNB — SJO
Oct 23 — Oct 301
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

Fri 4/1221:40 -
2 stops32h 37m
Sat 12/127:00 -
2 stops41h 40m
Deal found 22/9R14 976
Fri 4/1221:40 -
2 stops32h 37m
Thu 10/1214:37 -
2 stops58h 03m
Deal found 22/9R15 366
Fri 4/1221:40 -
2 stops32h 37m
Wed 9/1214:37 -
2 stops47h 23m
Deal found 22/9R20 558
Tue 1/1223:59 -
2 stops30h 18m
Sat 12/127:00 -
2 stops41h 40m
Deal found 22/9R20 866
Fri 4/1221:40 -
2 stops32h 37m
Fri 11/1214:37 -
2 stops47h 23m
Deal found 22/9R20 899
Tue 1/1223:59 -
2 stops45h 13m
Thu 10/1214:37 -
2 stops58h 03m
Deal found 22/9R21 256
Tue 1/1219:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 8/1214:01 -
2 stops36h 24m
Deal found 22/9R21 613
Sat 5/1219:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 8/1214:01 -
2 stops36h 24m
Deal found 22/9R22 229
Fri 4/1219:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 8/1214:01 -
2 stops36h 24m
Deal found 22/9R22 960
Wed 2/1219:35 -
2 stops33h 15m
Tue 8/1214:01 -
2 stops36h 24m
Deal found 22/9R23 057
Thu 22/1021:15 -
2 stops31h 06m
Mon 26/106:00 -
2 stops44h 25m
Deal found 21/9R23 089
Wed 18/1115:05 -
2 stops28h 49m
Sun 22/118:45 -
2 stops25h 50m
Deal found 22/9R32 160

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Costa Rica

Round-trip from

R14 976

One-way from

R12 234

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R18 270
Delta
  • Delta
  • 4/12-14/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 52m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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6/10-31/12
  • 6/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R18 211 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

18:50-13:48

2 stops50h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 506

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

22:00-20:57

2 stops54h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 307

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

19:35-20:57

2 stops33h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 307

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

21:15-20:21

2 stops31h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 437
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

22:00-16:40

1 stop26h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 968

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

21:40-22:17

2 stops32h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

14:37-22:00

2 stops47h 23m

R20 558

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

19:40-16:10

1 stop28h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R20 818

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

21:15-20:21

2 stops31h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/10

6:00-10:25

2 stops44h 25m

R23 089

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

18:55-14:35

1 stop27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R24 371

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

23:15-12:00

2 stops44h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/10

13:25-19:10

1 stop21h 45m

R25 004

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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 R18 270). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 105). 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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with British 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.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 227 reviews
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Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,7

Boarding

7,0

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,5

Food

6,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2025

CPT - LHR

Rude hostesses who didn’t care at all about passengers’ needs. Terrible quality of food (we even found a stone in our salad which damaged our teeth) Small space for legs and very Uncomfortable seats (we could barely move) Awful pillows provided: small and dirty Not an inclusive airline at all when it comes to dietary requirements: Total Absence of dairy free options for snacks and milk .
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 227 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 227 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,7

Boarding

7,0

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,5

Food

6,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2025

CPT - LHR

Rude hostesses who didn’t care at all about passengers’ needs. Terrible quality of food (we even found a stone in our salad which damaged our teeth) Small space for legs and very Uncomfortable seats (we could barely move) Awful pillows provided: small and dirty Not an inclusive airline at all when it comes to dietary requirements: Total Absence of dairy free options for snacks and milk .

Related info for your journey

  • 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 49m. Fly via Delta, British Airways, 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.

  • 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 R18 270). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 105). 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 airline flying from OR Tambo to Costa Rica

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 414AverageR22 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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