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Cheap flights from South Africa to Costa Rica from R10 853

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 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Sep 3 — Sep 101
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 4 August 2026.

Thu 3/1223:59
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops45h 06m
Delta
Mon 14/1214:30
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops35h 35m
Delta
Deal found 2/8R20 947
Wed 2/1220:10
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 05m
Delta
Sat 12/127:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Delta
Deal found 2/8R21 244
Wed 2/1220:10
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 05m
Delta
Sun 13/127:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops55h 00m
Delta
Deal found 2/8R21 277
Thu 3/1211:10
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/121:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8R23 602
Sun 16/819:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 27m
British Airways
Thu 20/86:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops43h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 31/7R24 278
Wed 2/1221:20
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop32h 55m
Delta
Mon 14/1214:30
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops47h 30m
Delta
Deal found 2/8R24 872
Thu 12/1114:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops34h 40m
British Airways
Mon 16/1114:01
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops62h 09m
British Airways
Deal found 1/8R25 746
Sun 23/822:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop30h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 31/813:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops69h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7R26 109
Thu 19/1114:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops34h 40m
British Airways
Mon 23/1114:01
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops34h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 2/8R26 653
Thu 3/1219:35
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Mon 14/1213:21
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops37h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 2/8R26 736
Thu 12/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop23h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 16/1123:28
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop34h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/8R32 723
Mon 14/918:50
JNB
-
LIR
2 stops49h 10m
KLM
Mon 21/913:25
LIR
-
JNB
2 stops60h 55m
KLM
Deal found 31/7R34 174

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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 947

One-way from

R10 853

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R29 259
Delta
  • Delta
  • 3/12-14/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 80h 41m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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14/11
  • 14/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 40m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R21 318 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 496 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 4 August 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

20:10-22:15

2 stops34h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 13/12

7:00-22:00

2 stops55h 00m

R21 277

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

21:20-22:15

1 stop32h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/12

14:30-22:00

2 stops47h 30m

R24 872

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

14:00-16:40

2 stops34h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

14:01-12:10

2 stops62h 09m

R25 746

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

13:25-18:30

2 stops69h 05m

R26 109

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

14:00-16:40

2 stops34h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/11

14:01-8:05

2 stops34h 04m

R26 653
Fastest return journey

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

20:50-12:42

1 stop23h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

23:28-18:00

1 stop34h 32m

R32 723

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

20:50-12:42

1 stop23h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/11

23:28-18:00

1 stop34h 32m

R32 756

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

21:15-11:29

2 stops46h 14m

Liberia

Thu 27/8

14:15-7:00

2 stops32h 45m

R48 507

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

20:40-14:10

2 stops49h 30m

Liberia

Sun 31/1

15:10-10:00

2 stops58h 50m

R48 887

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

19:45-11:44

2 stops47h 59m

Liberia

Sun 31/1

17:15-18:35

1 stop41h 20m

R49 283

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R20 320). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of R28 864). 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 4 August 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
1 633 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 633 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 633 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 059 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 633 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 148 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 633 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Carmen,Jul 2026

ATH - JFK

Nothing that can really be fixed, but the only issue is always the space. It is so uncomfortable no matter what you do. Being in the very middle, not being able to easily get up, not being able to recline much, just not comfortable.

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 30h 19m. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R20 320). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of R28 864). 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 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Costa Rica

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 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR15 715AverageR23 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 717AverageR21 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 178AverageR21 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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