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Cheap flights from South Africa to Costa Rica from R10 999

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Costa Rica

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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 6 July 2026.

Fri 20/1119:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 20m
British Airways
Tue 1/1215:11
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops35h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 5/7R18 851
Fri 20/1119:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 20m
British Airways
Sun 6/1213:21
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops37h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 5/7R19 257
Fri 24/723:15
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop25h 05m
KLM
Thu 6/818:25
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop43h 00m
KLM
Deal found 4/7R26 930
Sun 23/822:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop30h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 31/88:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops49h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7R27 060
Fri 24/723:15
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/819:05
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7R27 238
Fri 20/1119:20
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop28h 50m
Air France
Sun 6/1218:20
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 50m
Air France
Deal found 5/7R27 449
Fri 20/1119:20
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop28h 50m
Air France
Tue 1/1218:20
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 50m
Air France
Deal found 5/7R28 163
Fri 20/1113:45
JNB
-
SJO
3 stops42h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/128:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops41h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7R31 570
Mon 20/720:55
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/712:35
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7R34 701
Fri 24/718:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops50h 55m
Lufthansa
Thu 6/819:25
SJO
-
CPT
3 stops31h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/7R37 653
Fri 24/716:35
CPT
-
SJO
3 stops37h 12m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 6/89:25
SJO
-
CPT
3 stops42h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/7R58 467

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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 851

One-way from

R10 999

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R24 221
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 20/11-1/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 34m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 45m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R21 889 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 377 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

19:35-20:55

2 stops33h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/12

13:21-10:25

2 stops37h 04m

R19 257

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

23:15-16:20

1 stop25h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/8

18:25-21:25

1 stop43h 00m

R26 930

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

22:00-20:19

1 stop30h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

R27 060
Fastest return journey

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

23:15-16:20

1 stop25h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/8

19:05-21:25

2 stops42h 20m

R27 238

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

20:55-12:40

2 stops47h 45m

Liberia

Thu 23/7

12:35-4:00

2 stops31h 25m

R34 701

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

18:00-12:55

2 stops50h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/8

19:25-10:25

3 stops31h 00m

R37 653

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

16:35-21:47

3 stops37h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/8

9:25-11:50

3 stops42h 25m

R58 467
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

5:45-15:25

3 stops41h 40m

R11 242

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

21:15-19:53

2 stops54h 38m

R16 434

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

21:15-19:35

2 stops30h 20m

R16 434

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 402). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R20 116). 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 6 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,United Airlines, andBritish Airways 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
7,5
Good
1 620 reviews
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Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Patrick,Jun 2026

CDG - BER

It was really terrific. Timely boarding, plane was extremely comfortable (hot day in Paris), and food was delicious. I could not have been more pleased.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 620 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 620 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Patrick,Jun 2026

CDG - BER

It was really terrific. Timely boarding, plane was extremely comfortable (hot day in Paris), and food was delicious. I could not have been more pleased.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 941 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 620 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Patrick,Jun 2026

CDG - BER

It was really terrific. Timely boarding, plane was extremely comfortable (hot day in Paris), and food was delicious. I could not have been more pleased.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 098 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 620 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Patrick,Jun 2026

CDG - BER

It was really terrific. Timely boarding, plane was extremely comfortable (hot day in Paris), and food was delicious. I could not have been more pleased.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from South Africa to Costa Rica will take you 25h 05m. South Africa and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 11795 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 402). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R20 116). 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 South Africa 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 6 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 261AverageR20 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 716AverageR22 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR22 579AverageR23 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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