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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José from R12 181

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Apr 15 — Apr 221
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 16 March 2026.

Thu 4/621:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 09m
British Airways
Mon 8/615:08
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops58h 17m
British Airways
Deal found 12/3R20 877
Fri 1/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 42m
British Airways
Fri 8/514:22
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 38m
British Airways
Deal found 11/3R21 215
Wed 8/414:55
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops39h 49m
JetBlue
Wed 15/423:59
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 51m
JetBlue
Deal found 11/3R24 125
Sat 17/1021:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops45h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 24/1015:50
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/3R25 106
Sat 17/1015:05
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops28h 33m
United Airlines
Sat 24/1012:44
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/3R26 662
Thu 9/49:50
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/41:50
SJO
-
JNB
3 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3R27 170
Wed 8/419:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 15/412:44
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/3R28 896
Fri 1/518:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/519:15
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3R29 285
Thu 9/420:55
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 49m
JetBlue
Tue 14/423:59
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 51m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/3R29 352

Find 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 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 877

One-way from

R12 181

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R23 888
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 4/6-8/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 26m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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31/3
  • 31/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R42 354 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 624 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 16 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

21:15-19:24

2 stops30h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/6

15:08-9:25

2 stops58h 17m

R20 877

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:25-19:07

2 stops31h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/5

14:22-7:00

2 stops32h 38m

R21 215

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

14:55-22:44

2 stops39h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/4

23:59-15:50

2 stops31h 51m

R24 125
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

9:50-23:55

2 stops22h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/4

1:50-10:20

3 stops24h 30m

R27 170

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:00-20:19

2 stops33h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/4

12:44-18:30

1 stop21h 46m

R28 896

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

20:55-22:44

2 stops33h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 14/4

23:59-15:50

2 stops31h 51m

R29 352

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

20:55-22:44

2 stops57h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/4

19:20-6:40

3 stops51h 20m

R31 315

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

19:00-19:37

2 stops32h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

13:25-18:30

2 stops45h 05m

R35 916
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

20:30-22:36

2 stops58h 06m

R12 993

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

13:45-22:36

2 stops40h 51m

R15 852

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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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 13 March 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 R6 057). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 318). 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.

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 16 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, such as Air France,LATAM Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 546 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 917 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 431 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 858 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 797 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Jayesh,Jan 2026

EWR - CDG

More choice on Food Coffee portion was small, the cups could be bigger. Dessert could have more options.

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 30h 09m. 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 917. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from R18 986, and United Airlines, from R19 967. 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 R6 057). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 318). 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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Fly from OR Tambo to San José on these airlines

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 16 March 2026.
British Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
United Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Air France flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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 16 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 917AverageR12 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 986AverageR21 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 967AverageR27 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights
LufthansaCheapestR21 286AverageR26 166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 555AverageR26 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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