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Cheap flights from South Africa to Costa Rica from R13 416

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Feb 23 — Mar 21
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 24 January 2026.

Thu 5/311:10
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/31:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R13 416
Sat 7/222:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 15m
Delta
Thu 19/27:00
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R17 205
Sat 7/222:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 15m
Delta
Tue 17/27:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 10m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R17 269
Sat 7/222:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 15m
Delta
Fri 20/27:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 10m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R17 479
Fri 22/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops55h 49m
British Airways
Mon 25/515:12
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops58h 13m
British Airways
Deal found 21/1R19 737
Sat 7/219:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops29h 00m
British Airways
Thu 19/218:15
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R20 204
Wed 21/1021:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops45h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 4/1113:09
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/1R22 784
Thu 29/123:59
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop26h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/220:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R23 236
Wed 25/37:55
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop41h 55m
Air France
Sun 12/419:15
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop42h 30m
Air France
Deal found 23/1R24 848
Wed 25/320:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops30h 49m
United Airlines
Sun 12/413:35
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop41h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/1R24 896
Tue 24/30:30
CPT
-
SJO
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/41:40
SJO
-
CPT
3 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R27 412
Thu 12/220:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops29h 26m
United Airlines
Mon 16/214:20
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops43h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/1R30 379

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 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 416

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R20 527
5/3-11/3
  • 5/3-11/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

11:10-8:50

2 stops29h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/3

1:45-7:45

2 stops22h 00m

R13 416

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 205

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 205

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 205

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 21/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 205

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 19/2

7:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R17 205

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/2

14:25-12:10

2 stops37h 45m

R17 269

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:00-22:15

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/2

7:00-12:10

2 stops45h 10m

R17 269

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

7:55-17:50

1 stop41h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/4

19:15-21:45

1 stop42h 30m

R24 848

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

20:50-19:39

2 stops30h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/4

13:35-15:20

1 stop41h 45m

R24 896

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 773). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 366). 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 24 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines, Air France, 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.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
Air France
7,4
Good
1 523 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 195 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 744 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 692 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 913 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jess,Jan 2026

GRU - MIA

sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours with no explanation, climate control, honesty about the timeline or the situation, or even letting anyone off. The crew was passive-aggressive and sneaky, trying to skirt legal time limits requiring financial restitution for passengers, pretending the "flight had started" even though they didn't budge for another 40 minutes. One of the worst flights I've ever taken

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 49m. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 773). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 366). 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 7 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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 499AverageR11 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 652AverageR21 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 706AverageR24 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR20 288AverageR24 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 543AverageR24 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR21 980AverageR27 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR27 135AverageR30 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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