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Cheap flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 232

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 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San José to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 August 2026.

Wed 23/97:55
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 7/1022:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops53h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7R15 603
Mon 16/1123:28
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops51h 37m
United Airlines
Thu 26/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops47h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8R15 784
Wed 21/1013:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 29/1022:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7R15 834
Fri 23/107:55
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 31/1022:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop29h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/8R17 500
Fri 6/118:45
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 10/1119:45
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7R20 139
Mon 16/1123:28
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops51h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8R21 145
Mon 16/1120:35
SJO
-
JNB
3 stops53h 20m
Lufthansa
Thu 26/1119:55
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/8R21 837
Mon 16/1123:28
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops51h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 22/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop29h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8R22 563
Tue 1/913:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops69h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 22/919:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops44h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/8R23 305
Wed 23/913:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/1019:00
JNB
-
SJO
1 stop30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R23 338

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 603

One-way from

R11 232

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R8 923
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/9-7/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 80h 12m total
  • San José to Johannesburg
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 17/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 07m total
  • San José to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (R127 898 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (R25 508 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San José 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 4 August 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/9

7:55-18:30

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

22:00-19:37

2 stops53h 37m

R15 603

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/10

13:25-18:30

2 stops45h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

22:00-21:00

2 stops31h 00m

R15 834

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 23/10

13:25-18:35

2 stops45h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

22:00-20:39

2 stops30h 39m

R15 834

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/1

9:05-18:35

1 stop25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/2

22:00-12:56

2 stops70h 56m

R18 374
Fastest return journey

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/11

8:45-18:35

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

19:45-19:53

2 stops32h 08m

R20 139

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

23:28-11:05

2 stops51h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

22:00-22:30

2 stops32h 30m

R21 145

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 17/1

8:45-9:40

2 stops40h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/1

20:40-23:50

2 stops35h 10m

R21 409
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/11

23:28-18:35

1 stop35h 07m

R11 232

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/11

21:45-10:00

3 stops52h 15m

R13 145

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

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 923). Flying from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R40 343). 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 4 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 059 reviews
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Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Food

6,7

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Preston,Aug 2023

LIR - IAH

The plane is old, cramped and uncomfortable. Minimal food service.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 059 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 059 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Food

6,7

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Preston,Aug 2023

LIR - IAH

The plane is old, cramped and uncomfortable. Minimal food service.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Juan Santamaria Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the San José airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 14,1 km journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 26h 35m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. San José and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 12719 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R16 037. Users have found that United Airlines is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 923). Flying from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R40 343). 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 San José to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR16 037AverageR18 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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