Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José from R9 818
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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.
Fri 12/1215:30JNB - SJO
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/17:45SJO - JNB
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R25 862
Fri 12/1219:20JNB - SJO
2 stops35h 00mKLM
Sun 18/120:30SJO - JNB
1 stop41h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/11R35 104
Best flights from OR Tambo to San José
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to San José that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Sun 18/123:59JNB - SJO
1 stop26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/220:05SJO - JNB
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R24 955
Sun 18/123:59JNB - SJO
1 stop26h 26mKLM
Thu 12/27:00SJO - JNB
2 stops31h 05mKLM
Deal found 4/11R25 461
Fri 12/1215:30JNB - SJO
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/17:45SJO - JNB
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R25 862
Fri 12/1219:20JNB - SJO
2 stops35h 00mKLM
Sun 18/120:30SJO - JNB
1 stop41h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/11R35 104
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to San José
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to San José. Data last updated 5 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 12/1215:30JNB - SJO
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/17:45SJO - JNB
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R25 862
Fri 12/1219:20JNB - SJO
2 stops35h 00mKLM
Sun 18/120:30SJO - JNB
1 stop41h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/11R35 104
One-way flights from OR Tambo to San José
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Thu 5/223:59JNB - SJO
1 stop26h 26mKLM
Deal found 5/11R19 619
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to San José 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 5 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José that are best for you.
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OR Tambo
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San José
Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgSan José
JNB - SJO
JNBSJO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 18/1
23:59-18:25
1 stop26h 26m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 12/2
20:05-12:10
1 stop32h 05m
R24 955
JohannesburgSan José
JNB - SJO
JNBSJO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 18/1
23:59-18:25
1 stop26h 26m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 12/2
7:00-22:05
2 stops31h 05m
R25 461
JohannesburgSan José
JNB - SJO
JNBSJO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 12/12
15:30-8:50
2 stops25h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 18/1
7:45-10:30
2 stops42h 45m
R25 862
JohannesburgSan José
JNB - SJO
JNBSJO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 12/12
19:20-22:20
2 stops35h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 18/1
20:30-22:05
1 stop41h 35m
R35 104
JohannesburgSan José
JNB - SJO
JNBSJO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 5/2
16:40-15:20
3 stops54h 40m
R9 818
JohannesburgSan José
JNB - SJO
JNBSJO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 5/2
23:59-18:25
1 stop26h 26m
R19 619
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Deals found on 5/11
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to San José. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José (average of R6 243). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 334). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to SJO?
Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 74% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?
Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 58% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Bogotá (BOG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 48m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Bogotá (BOG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 48m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 59m.
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 5 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, such as LATAM Airlines, Air France, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
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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 5 airlines. 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 26h 26m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12719 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying 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 R9 192. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from R19 043, and United Airlines, from R19 395. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José (average of R6 243). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 334). 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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