Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José from R10 043

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
Feb 13 — Feb 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 423

One-way from

R10 043

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R20 890
4/2-25/2
  • 4/2-25/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
26/5
  • 26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R54 041 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 024 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 14 January 2026.

Wed 4/211:30
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/29:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R13 423
Fri 22/521:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops53h 59m
British Airways
Mon 25/515:12
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops55h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 12/1R18 937
Wed 14/122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 02m
British Airways
Mon 19/116:02
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 23m
British Airways
Deal found 12/1R23 056
Tue 13/119:45
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 08m
United Airlines
Fri 13/214:20
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/1R23 975
Fri 13/219:20
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop27h 40m
Air France
Mon 23/220:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Air France
Deal found 12/1R24 566
Thu 15/119:35
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops29h 00m
British Airways
Tue 20/118:15
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 13/1R24 598
Fri 13/219:20
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop27h 40m
Air France
Sun 22/220:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Air France
Deal found 12/1R24 976
Fri 13/223:59
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops27h 03m
KLM
Mon 23/220:30
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
KLM
Deal found 12/1R25 304

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Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

11:30-15:20

2 stops35h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/2

9:45-7:45

2 stops38h 00m

R13 423

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 937

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:20-15:00

1 stop27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/2

20:05-12:10

1 stop32h 05m

R24 976

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

23:59-19:02

2 stops27h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/2

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

R25 304

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

23:59-7:06

2 stops39h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/2

17:51-12:10

2 stops34h 19m

R25 337

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

15:30-15:20

2 stops31h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

20:40-7:05

2 stops50h 25m

R33 115

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

16:40-15:50

3 stops55h 10m

R10 043

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

15:30-15:20

2 stops55h 50m

R12 619

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:25-19:14

2 stops55h 49m

R16 590

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

18:00-17:10

1 stop31h 10m

R18 461

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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

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 9 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 875). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 692). 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 14 January 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.

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

Entertainment

7,0

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

Related info for your journey

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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 27h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12719 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 649. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from R17 914, and United Airlines, from R18 251. 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 875). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 692). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 649AverageR12 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 914AverageR20 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 251AverageR24 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 040AverageR25 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 924AverageR25 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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