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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José from R10 838

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Aug 17 — Aug 241
1 adult

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 12 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 040

One-way from

R10 838

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R31 734
4/10-19/10
  • 4/10-19/10
  • 6 total stops
  • 89h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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2/9
  • 2/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R74 976 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R12 315 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 12 August 2025.

Sat 4/100:45JNB - SJO
3 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1010:10SJO - JNB
3 stops44h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/8R18 040
Thu 16/1018:50JNB - SJO
1 stop30h 20mAir France
Wed 22/1019:25SJO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mAir France
Deal found 10/8R24 532
Thu 16/1023:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 43mKLM
Wed 22/1019:25SJO - JNB
2 stops42h 10mKLM
Deal found 10/8R27 104
Thu 16/1023:15JNB - SJO
2 stops40h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1013:20SJO - JNB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8R28 843

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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 12 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

0:45-14:05

3 stops45h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/10

10:10-14:40

3 stops44h 30m

R18 040

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

18:50-17:10

1 stop30h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/10

19:25-8:30

1 stop29h 05m

R24 532

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

23:15-11:58

2 stops44h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/10

19:25-21:35

2 stops42h 10m

R27 104

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

16:40-15:35

3 stops54h 55m

R10 838

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

9:50-11:14

3 stops57h 24m

R15 149

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

22:00-21:30

2 stops31h 30m

R17 756

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

19:35-21:30

2 stops33h 55m

R17 756

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

19:35-21:30

2 stops33h 55m

R17 756

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

19:25-19:42

2 stops32h 17m

R17 774

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

13:25-7:15

3 stops49h 50m

R20 080

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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, San José Province?

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 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 12 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 75% 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, San José Province?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 68% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Bogotá (BOG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R6 400.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province, 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: 15h 13m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province, 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 12 August 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.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
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Overall

7,5

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Murilo,Jun 2025

SFO - LAX

I had mixed feelings regarding this flight. Called several times Latam and Delta regarding the purchase of checked baggage and price. I was told 80 dollars, could not buy it ahead of time,, they told me it was not Possible, that I had to buy at the airport. Check in my luggage the attendant says 80 dollars but I was charged 200 . No one could get me a solid answer why. Very disappointing
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Murilo,Jun 2025

SFO - LAX

I had mixed feelings regarding this flight. Called several times Latam and Delta regarding the purchase of checked baggage and price. I was told 80 dollars, could not buy it ahead of time,, they told me it was not Possible, that I had to buy at the airport. Check in my luggage the attendant says 80 dollars but I was charged 200 . No one could get me a solid answer why. Very disappointing
Air France
7,4
Good
1 467 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Murilo,Jun 2025

SFO - LAX

I had mixed feelings regarding this flight. Called several times Latam and Delta regarding the purchase of checked baggage and price. I was told 80 dollars, could not buy it ahead of time,, they told me it was not Possible, that I had to buy at the airport. Check in my luggage the attendant says 80 dollars but I was charged 200 . No one could get me a solid answer why. Very disappointing
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 922 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Murilo,Jun 2025

SFO - LAX

I had mixed feelings regarding this flight. Called several times Latam and Delta regarding the purchase of checked baggage and price. I was told 80 dollars, could not buy it ahead of time,, they told me it was not Possible, that I had to buy at the airport. Check in my luggage the attendant says 80 dollars but I was charged 200 . No one could get me a solid answer why. Very disappointing
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 318 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Murilo,Jun 2025

SFO - LAX

I had mixed feelings regarding this flight. Called several times Latam and Delta regarding the purchase of checked baggage and price. I was told 80 dollars, could not buy it ahead of time,, they told me it was not Possible, that I had to buy at the airport. Check in my luggage the attendant says 80 dollars but I was charged 200 . No one could get me a solid answer why. Very disappointing
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 261 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,5

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Murilo,Jun 2025

SFO - LAX

I had mixed feelings regarding this flight. Called several times Latam and Delta regarding the purchase of checked baggage and price. I was told 80 dollars, could not buy it ahead of time,, they told me it was not Possible, that I had to buy at the airport. Check in my luggage the attendant says 80 dollars but I was charged 200 . No one could get me a solid answer why. Very disappointing

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.

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

    Air France, at R24 532, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province..

  • 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.

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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 12 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR9 350AverageR13 444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 190AverageR23 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 728AverageR28 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR22 744AverageR29 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 047AverageR27 735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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