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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José from R15 813

JNB — SJO
Nov 8 — Nov 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to San José

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San José

Sun 8/1122:00 -
1 stop29h 53m
Sun 15/1114:25 -
2 stops44h 10m
Deal found 8/10R20 585
Sun 8/1117:45 -
3 stops32h 50m
Sun 15/1121:00 -
3 stops32h 55m
Deal found 8/10R28 981

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Round-trip from

R20 585

One-way from

R15 813

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R23 910
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 8/11-15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 21/12-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R16 289 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 952 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/12

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 813

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/12

19:35-21:12

2 stops33h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 794

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

22:00-21:12

2 stops31h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 794

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

19:35-21:12

2 stops33h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 794

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

22:00-19:53

1 stop29h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/11

14:25-18:35

2 stops44h 10m

R20 585

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

19:40-18:15

1 stop30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R20 934

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

13:25-14:15

2 stops32h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/11

17:15-12:45

3 stops35h 30m

R36 630

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José (average of R18 722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 445). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José flights typically cost between R21 582 and R28 715 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R20 585 on United Airlines (Nov 8–Nov 15).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, such as British Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 256 reviews
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Boarding

7,0

Crew

7,7

Comfort

6,8

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

6,7

Food

6,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

CAI - LHR

We purchase a Business Class trip with certain expectations. We are both elderly and long haul trips are difficult without a certain level of comfort The leg with American Airlines was amazing and made the trip enjoyable from crew to seats. The leg on British Air was beyond our lowest expectation. The business class upgrade (expensive) was the same main cabin seat without anyone sitting in the middle seat, plus no charge for alcohol. Beyond that nothing. There was no entertainment on the long get 5-6 hours. Boarding early is not worth the upgrade charge and I am not an alcoholic, but in truth the alcohol might have made the discomfort more bearable. The fact that the trip had few passengers was a negation that the word is out that one haul trips on British Air is a huge mistake. The company that Kayak represents, Underpricer, is one we will never use again. We spent 4 hours at the airport on our first leg out of Charleston trying to get tickets rescheduled. Apparently the agents don't understand the 45 min rule prior to departure. Finally got the agent to understand the process and we did make it thru to Cairo. On the return, I rechecked with Kayak AND Underpricer. Both confirmed that there was no problem. Got to Cairo checkin for checking luggage and it started. Agent check luggage thru to Charleston, which she should not have done without the tickets to back it up. She did NOT tell us that we didn't have any tickets, but told us to get them at Heathrow. At Heathrow, we found we had NO tickets in their system. We were able to get Business Class to Charlotte, but not to Charleston. Lucky us we, got the seats next to the toilet. The ones no-one else wanted and not the ones we had reserved with Underpricer. Now picture two 80 year olds doing a 23 hour trip without any of the ease that we paid for in the Business Class category.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 256 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 256 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,0

Crew

7,7

Comfort

6,8

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

6,7

Food

6,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

CAI - LHR

We purchase a Business Class trip with certain expectations. We are both elderly and long haul trips are difficult without a certain level of comfort The leg with American Airlines was amazing and made the trip enjoyable from crew to seats. The leg on British Air was beyond our lowest expectation. The business class upgrade (expensive) was the same main cabin seat without anyone sitting in the middle seat, plus no charge for alcohol. Beyond that nothing. There was no entertainment on the long get 5-6 hours. Boarding early is not worth the upgrade charge and I am not an alcoholic, but in truth the alcohol might have made the discomfort more bearable. The fact that the trip had few passengers was a negation that the word is out that one haul trips on British Air is a huge mistake. The company that Kayak represents, Underpricer, is one we will never use again. We spent 4 hours at the airport on our first leg out of Charleston trying to get tickets rescheduled. Apparently the agents don't understand the 45 min rule prior to departure. Finally got the agent to understand the process and we did make it thru to Cairo. On the return, I rechecked with Kayak AND Underpricer. Both confirmed that there was no problem. Got to Cairo checkin for checking luggage and it started. Agent check luggage thru to Charleston, which she should not have done without the tickets to back it up. She did NOT tell us that we didn't have any tickets, but told us to get them at Heathrow. At Heathrow, we found we had NO tickets in their system. We were able to get Business Class to Charlotte, but not to Charleston. Lucky us we, got the seats next to the toilet. The ones no-one else wanted and not the ones we had reserved with Underpricer. Now picture two 80 year olds doing a 23 hour trip without any of the ease that we paid for in the Business Class category.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 1 airline. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 14,1 km from San José’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José will take you 29h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12719 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José round-trip from R18 869. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José for 23% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to San José 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José (average of R18 722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 445). 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 airline flying from OR Tambo to San José

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British AirwaysCheapestR18 869AverageR22 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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