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Cheap flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R29 763

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJO — JNB
Apr 23 — Apr 301
1 adult
Tue 23/4
Tue 30/4

Cheap flight deals from San José to OR Tambo

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 18 April 2024.

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August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R36 667

Round-trip from

R1 538
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 35% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San José, San José Province. Users have commonly found prices around R35 619 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R19 379. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (SJO - JNB)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San José to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San José and OR Tambo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 079 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights heading from San José to Johannesburg. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 26/813:30SJO - JNB
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/919:00JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4R35 678
Mon 23/97:55SJO - JNB
2 stops40h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 30/919:00JNB - SJO
2 stops49h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4R35 754
Mon 23/913:30SJO - JNB
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 30/920:00JNB - SJO
1 stop23h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4R39 500
Mon 26/813:30SJO - JNB
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/920:00JNB - SJO
1 stop23h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4R40 965

Cheap Lufthansa flights from San José to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between San José and OR Tambo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 079 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Lufthansa flights from San José to Johannesburg. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Tue 1/1019:25SJO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mLufthansa
Tue 15/108:20JNB - SJO
2 stops36h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4R36 286
Tue 1/1019:25SJO - JNB
2 stops38h 00mLufthansa
Tue 15/108:20JNB - SJO
2 stops36h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4R42 600
Wed 3/714:40SJO - JNB
2 stops33h 50mLufthansa
Wed 10/719:00JNB - SJO
1 stop30h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4R43 836
Wed 3/714:40SJO - JNB
2 stops33h 50mLufthansa
Wed 10/710:40JNB - SJO
2 stops38h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4R44 312

San José to OR Tambo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San José and OR Tambo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 079 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Johannesburg in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 23/913:30SJO - JNB
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/96:15JNB - SJO
2 stops37h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4R29 763
Mon 26/813:30SJO - JNB
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/919:00JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4R35 678
Mon 23/97:55SJO - JNB
2 stops40h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 30/919:00JNB - SJO
2 stops49h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4R35 754
Tue 1/1019:25SJO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mLufthansa
Tue 15/108:20JNB - SJO
2 stops36h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4R36 286
Mon 23/913:30SJO - JNB
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 30/920:00JNB - SJO
1 stop23h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4R39 500
Mon 23/912:44SJO - JNB
2 stops36h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/919:00JNB - SJO
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4R40 908
Mon 26/813:30SJO - JNB
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/920:00JNB - SJO
1 stop23h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4R40 965
Mon 26/813:13SJO - JNB
1 stop21h 47mDelta
Sun 8/921:55JNB - SJO
1 stop21h 58mDelta
Deal found 18/4R41 592
Tue 1/1019:25SJO - JNB
2 stops38h 00mLufthansa
Tue 15/108:20JNB - SJO
2 stops36h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4R42 600

Find flights from San José to OR Tambo within your budget

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 626 079 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.

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R29 763 - R47 032

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/9

2 stops37h 23m

R29 763

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/8

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/9

2 stops32h 37m

R35 678

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops40h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/9

2 stops49h 26m

R35 754

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/10

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/10

2 stops36h 50m

R36 286

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/9

1 stop23h 38m

R39 500

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops36h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/9

1 stop30h 35m

R40 908

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/8

1 stop21h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/9

1 stop21h 58m

R41 592

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/10

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/10

2 stops36h 50m

R42 600

San José Juan Santamaria IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops35h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/9

3 stops35h 59m

R47 032

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Deals found on 17/4

When is the cheapest time to fly from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San José to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 24 December 2023.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip from San José to OR Tambo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San José to OR Tambo is currently R0 while a return flight costs R38 790. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R81). Flying from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of R104). 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.

January

R1 674

February

R1 712

March

R1 978

April

R1 959

May

R1 540

June

R1 578

July

R1 807

August

R1 788

September

R1 902

October

R1 750

November

R1 750

December

R1 959

Temperature and rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

JNB

Temperature

10 - 20 °C

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 18 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Lufthansa and Delta from San José to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8,1
Very Good
11 104 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta

Delta
8,1
Very Good
11 104 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
11 104 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta

Turkish Airlines
7,5
Good
3 690 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
11 104 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta

United Airlines
7,4
Good
11 346 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
11 104 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta

Lufthansa
7,0
Good
7 790 reviews
Delta
8,1
Very Good
11 104 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,5

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta

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 2 airlines have 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.

  • Can I find flights from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under R29 800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under R29 800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R29 763, but on average you can expect to pay R47 830.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R35 678, United Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R36 286 and R41 592, respectively.

  • What does SJO to JNB mean?

    This is defined as San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to OR Tambo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San José to OR Tambo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San José to OR Tambo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San José to OR Tambo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to OR Tambo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San José to OR Tambo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San José to OR Tambo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San José to OR Tambo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals updated?

    The San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/4.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San José to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 626 079 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
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SWISSCheapestR20 225AverageR37 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapestR31 279AverageR34 386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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