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Cheap flights from South Africa to Costa Rica from R11 006

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
maj 17 — maj 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 april 2026.

søn. 17/523:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops44h 37m
Delta
fre. 5/613:20
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Delta
Deal found 14/4R20 046
søn. 17/520:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops47h 27m
Delta
ons. 3/613:20
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops48h 00m
Delta
Deal found 14/4R20 063
søn. 17/520:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops47h 27m
Delta
tor. 4/613:20
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops48h 00m
Delta
Deal found 14/4R20 357
tir. 19/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops55h 59m
British Airways
tir. 2/67:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 14/4R20 538
søn. 17/520:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops47h 27m
Delta
søn. 31/513:20
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops48h 00m
Delta
Deal found 14/4R20 669
man. 18/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 42m
British Airways
man. 25/512:50
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 12/4R20 701
tir. 19/523:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops68h 37m
Delta
fre. 5/613:20
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Delta
Deal found 14/4R21 062
søn. 17/520:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops47h 27m
Delta
lør. 30/514:40
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops46h 40m
Delta
Deal found 14/4R21 094
ons. 20/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops55h 59m
British Airways
man. 1/615:08
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops55h 52m
British Airways
Deal found 14/4R21 275
fre. 27/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 55m
British Airways
tir. 1/1215:11
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 24m
British Airways
Deal found 12/4R21 291
søn. 22/1118:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops58h 00m
British Airways
tor. 26/1115:11
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops60h 59m
British Airways
Deal found 13/4R24 845
tor. 23/417:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
søn. 3/58:45
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops46h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4R25 664

Find flight deals from South Africa to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 17 april 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 046

One-way from

R11 006

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R12 725
Delta
  • Delta
  • 17/5-5/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 80h 07m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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3/6
  • 3/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R30 884 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 687 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 april 2026.
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tor. 21/5

19:25-19:24

2 stops31h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

man. 1/6

15:08-7:00

2 stops55h 52m

R22 601

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tir. 19/5

19:25-19:24

2 stops55h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lør. 30/5

12:50-7:00

2 stops34h 10m

R23 223

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

man. 11/5

21:15-19:07

2 stops29h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

man. 25/5

12:50-7:00

2 stops34h 10m

R24 042

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

man. 18/5

8:45-17:35

2 stops40h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

man. 25/5

14:40-6:40

3 stops32h 00m

R28 120

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

man. 18/5

19:00-17:35

1 stop30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

man. 25/5

14:40-9:20

2 stops34h 40m

R28 694

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tir. 1/9

20:55-13:11

2 stops48h 16m

Liberia

lør. 26/9

14:10-15:20

2 stops41h 10m

R28 956

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

man. 11/5

23:15-18:26

2 stops27h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

man. 25/5

19:15-11:05

1 stop31h 50m

R29 414

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

ons. 13/5

19:30-21:36

2 stops34h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

fre. 29/5

16:30-12:55

2 stops36h 25m

R30 135

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

tor. 14/5

19:30-21:36

2 stops34h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

fre. 29/5

16:30-12:55

2 stops36h 25m

R30 135

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

ons. 13/5

19:30-21:36

2 stops34h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

tor. 28/5

16:30-12:55

2 stops36h 25m

R30 135

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Deals found on 14/4

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 192). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R19 342). 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 17 april 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,LATAM Airlines, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 572 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 908 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 603 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 930 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 891 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,0

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Costa Rica?

    Departing from South Africa to Costa Rica will take you 31h 59m. South Africa and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 12719 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Costa Rica?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 192). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R19 342). 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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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 632AverageR12 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapestR8 707AverageR23 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 379AverageR23 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR20 606AverageR25 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR22 803AverageR24 227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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