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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José from R15 285

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Mar 3 — Mar 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San José
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 1 February 2026.

Sat 7/223:59
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 16m
Delta
Mon 16/27:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops41h 35m
Delta
Deal found 30/1R17 423
Sat 7/223:59
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops54h 16m
Delta
Sat 21/215:46
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops56h 49m
Delta
Deal found 30/1R17 503
Fri 22/521:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops53h 59m
British Airways
Mon 25/515:12
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops55h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 29/1R18 677
Sun 1/222:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops28h 16m
United Airlines
Thu 26/212:35
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops46h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/1R19 079
Mon 16/222:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop26h 40m
British Airways
Fri 20/28:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops39h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 31/1R20 766
Sat 7/219:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops57h 27m
British Airways
Sun 15/28:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops39h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 30/1R20 927
Sat 7/223:59
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 16m
Delta
Fri 20/27:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops55h 05m
Delta
Deal found 30/1R21 297
Sat 7/223:59
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop26h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/220:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R24 125

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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 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 645

One-way from

R15 285

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R19 432
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 22/5-25/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 112h 12m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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26/5
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R50 244 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 431 potential savings vs. average return price).
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OR Tambo

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San José

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-19:14

2 stops53h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

15:12-7:00

2 stops55h 48m

R18 677

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

22:00-16:40

1 stop26h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

8:00-7:35

2 stops39h 35m

R20 766

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

23:59-18:25

1 stop26h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

R25 588

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

15:15-14:05

3 stops54h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

16:45-17:15

2 stops40h 30m

R44 827

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

17:50-13:00

2 stops51h 10m

R15 285

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

18:00-17:10

1 stop31h 10m

R18 162

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Deals found on 31/1

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

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 30 January 2026.

Booking 10 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 R5 754). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 304). 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?

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 February 2026.
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.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

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
1 917 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

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
1 528 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

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
9 219 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

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
7 758 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

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
7 706 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

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 OR Tambo to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 53h 59m. 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 R8 472. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from R17 689, and United Airlines, from R18 115. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José (average of R5 754). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 304). 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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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to San José. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 1 February 2026.
British Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to San José. 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 1 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 472AverageR11 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 689AverageR20 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 115AverageR23 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR20 223AverageR24 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 474AverageR24 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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