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R11 169+ Cheap flights to San José

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.
— SJO
Jul 31 — Aug 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available to San José. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 July 2026.

Wed 25/1119:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 20m
British Airways
Sun 29/1115:11
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops59h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 26/6R21 354
Sun 23/819:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops49h 21m
United Airlines
Mon 31/87:55
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops50h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/6R28 997
Thu 2/718:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops48h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/719:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R32 162
Thu 2/718:50
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop30h 10m
Air France
Wed 8/719:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Air France
Deal found 30/6R32 359

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Find the latest flights to San José in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 1 July 2026.

Return from

R21 354

One-way from

R11 169

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R26 209
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 25/11-29/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 92h 34m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R2 119 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R498 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

19:35-20:55

2 stops33h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 29/11

15:11-10:25

2 stops59h 14m

R21 354

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

19:00-12:21

2 stops49h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

7:55-18:30

2 stops50h 35m

R28 997
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

16:40-15:25

3 stops54h 45m

R11 169

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

21:15-19:35

2 stops30h 20m

R16 598

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

17:55-12:40

2 stops50h 45m

R17 795

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

18:50-17:00

1 stop30h 10m

R19 189

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

19:25-19:35

2 stops32h 10m

R20 288
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

19:20-12:55

1 stop25h 35m

R25 864

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Everything you need to know about your flight to San José

How long is the flight to San José?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to San José takes 30 hours 19 minutes. Flights to San José from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San José?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to San José are British Airways, United Airlines and Air France.

British Airways
British Airways
From R18 450
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R18 922
Air France
Air France
From R22 827

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to San José are British Airways, United Airlines and Air France.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 1 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air France,United Airlines, andBritish Airways to Costa Rica. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 616 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 616 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 616 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 906 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 616 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 089 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 616 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.

FAQs about flying to San José

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José?

    If you book a flight to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 14,1 km from the centre of San José.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San José on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to San José?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San José.

  • Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (30 hours 19 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

    Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa Maria is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0,0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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