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Cheap flights from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 566

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Central America to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from Central America to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Thu 5/318:31
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops31h 59m
Lufthansa
Thu 12/319:45
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops41h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 19/1R15 426
Sun 3/518:28
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops31h 07m
Lufthansa
Sat 30/519:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops42h 48m
Lufthansa
Deal found 19/1R15 443
Thu 5/28:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 9/215:05
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops29h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1R16 279
Thu 23/411:50
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 4/510:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/1R16 345
Tue 3/28:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops49h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 24/219:45
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1R16 870
Sun 1/32:10
GUA
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 17/310:25
JNB
-
GUA
2 stops42h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R16 985
Sun 3/522:29
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops37h 01m
United Airlines
Sat 30/519:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops32h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 313
Sun 15/27:55
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 4/319:45
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops40h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 445
Thu 5/220:05
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/223:59
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops27h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R17 461
Wed 4/38:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 5/519:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops56h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 806
Wed 4/320:30
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/518:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 838
Mon 13/421:55
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/418:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R17 888

Find flight deals from Central America to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 426

One-way from

R8 566

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R17 281
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 5/3-12/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 49m total
  • Central America to Johannesburg
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Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 59m total
  • Central America to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (R99 155 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (R32 525 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Central America to OR Tambo 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 21 January 2026.
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Panama CityJohannesburg

PTY - JNB

PTYJNB

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/3

18:31-9:30

2 stops31h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:45-6:35

2 stops41h 50m

R15 426

Panama CityJohannesburg

PTY - JNB

PTYJNB

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 3/5

18:28-8:35

2 stops31h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:00-6:48

2 stops42h 48m

R15 443

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/2

8:45-18:35

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

15:05-12:42

2 stops29h 37m

R16 279

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/2

8:45-18:35

2 stops49h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:45-20:39

2 stops32h 54m

R16 870

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/2

9:40-18:35

2 stops48h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:45-13:15

2 stops49h 30m

R16 870

Guatemala CityJohannesburg

GUA - JNB

GUAJNB

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 1/3

2:10-18:35

2 stops32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

10:25-20:25

2 stops42h 00m

R16 985

Panama CityJohannesburg

PTY - JNB

PTYJNB

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 3/5

22:29-18:30

2 stops37h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:00-20:35

2 stops32h 35m

R17 313

Panama CityJohannesburg

PTY - JNB

PTYJNB

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 15/2

7:55-18:35

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

19:45-5:33

2 stops40h 48m

R17 445

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/3

8:45-18:35

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

19:00-19:37

2 stops56h 37m

R17 806

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/3

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

18:00-17:10

1 stop31h 10m

R17 838

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 698). Flying from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 630). 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 21 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 188 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 188 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 188 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Lufthansa, United Airlines, and KLM can get you from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 25h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 31h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12719 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Panama City Tocumen Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Guatemala City La Aurora - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Central America to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Central America to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Central America to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Central America to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to OR Tambo 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 Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 698). Flying from Central America to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 630). 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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Top airline flying from Central America to OR Tambo

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Central America to OR Tambo. 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 21 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR15 957AverageR18 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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