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R14 290+ Cheap flights to San José

— SJO
Sep 17 — Sep 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José

Mon 28/915:05 -
2 stops28h 33m
Mon 5/108:45 -
2 stops49h 45m
Deal found 14/8R20 909
Mon 21/1219:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 29/1214:02 -
2 stops36h 23m
Deal found 14/8R23 369
Thu 1/109:50 -
2 stops37h 35m
Wed 7/101:50 -
2 stops21h 15m
Deal found 17/8R24 680
Sat 10/1021:15 -
2 stops55h 06m
Sat 17/1015:01 -
2 stops58h 24m
Deal found 17/8R27 140
Sun 23/822:00 -
1 stop30h 19m
Mon 31/813:25 -
2 stops69h 05m
Deal found 14/8R27 237
Sat 10/1018:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Sat 17/1018:25 -
1 stop42h 55m
Deal found 17/8R28 548

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Return from

R18 870

One-way from

R14 290

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R24 421
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 27/1-31/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 52m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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3/12
  • 3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 58m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R429 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

19:35-21:02

2 stops33h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 31/1

8:00-10:25

2 stops42h 25m

R18 870

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

15:05-11:38

2 stops28h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/10

8:45-18:30

2 stops49h 45m

R20 909

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

18:50-17:00

1 stop30h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 17/10

18:25-21:20

1 stop42h 55m

R28 548
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

15:05-19:53

2 stops36h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 31/1

9:05-18:35

1 stop25h 30m

R32 222
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

18:50-13:43

2 stops50h 53m

R15 018

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

16:40-8:50

3 stops48h 10m

R15 601

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

16:40-12:35

3 stops51h 55m

R16 410

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

19:35-21:02

2 stops33h 27m

R17 673

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/12

19:35-21:02

2 stops57h 27m

R18 223

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

22:00-19:53

1 stop29h 53m

R26 331

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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 and Air France.

British Airways
British Airways
From R17 728
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R18 836
Air France
Air France
From R15 420

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

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

Rainfall in San José 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

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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air France and British 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
1 647 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

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
1 647 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

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
8 181 reviews
Air France
7,5
Good
1 647 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

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, Air France 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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