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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica from R17 989

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Jun 20 — Jun 271
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 21 May 2026.

Wed 18/1119:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 20m
British Airways
Sun 22/1115:11
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops59h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 19/5R19 034
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/61:40
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R20 941
Tue 16/619:20
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/619:25
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R26 860
Tue 16/621:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops54h 08m
British Airways
Tue 23/67:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 19/5R27 655
Thu 30/719:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
British Airways
Thu 3/96:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops41h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 18/5R28 435
Mon 6/79:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/716:00
SJO
-
JNB
3 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R29 181

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 21 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 941

One-way from

R17 989

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R22 681
15/6-21/6
  • 15/6-21/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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30/7
  • 30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 43m total
  • Johannesburg to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R29 076 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 112 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price

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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-15:25

2 stops37h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 21/6

1:40-7:05

2 stops21h 25m

R20 941

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

19:25-19:35

2 stops32h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/9

6:00-7:00

2 stops41h 00m

R28 435

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

19:00-19:37

2 stops32h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

R34 702

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

14:50-15:25

2 stops32h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/6

13:33-10:30

3 stops36h 57m

R35 299
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

17:50-12:33

2 stops50h 43m

R17 989

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

21:15-19:35

2 stops30h 20m

R18 652

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

19:25-19:35

2 stops32h 10m

R18 652

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

18:55-21:47

2 stops34h 52m

R20 112

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

18:55-21:45

2 stops34h 50m

R20 112

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

17:50-12:33

2 stops50h 43m

R24 356

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica (average of R5 256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 239). 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 21 May 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
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

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
1 589 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

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
9 748 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

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
7 991 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

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

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 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.

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica (average of R5 256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 239). 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 3 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 21 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR8 815AverageR25 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 607AverageR21 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 084AverageR24 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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