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Cheap flights from Costa Rica to South Africa from R8 975

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
Aug 1 — Aug 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 2026.

Thu 15/1013:25
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops43h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 30/1020:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/7R14 947
Wed 14/107:55
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops47h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 25/1020:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops30h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/7R15 554
Wed 4/1114:25
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops41h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 20/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops46h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R16 407
Wed 4/1123:28
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops32h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 18/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop31h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R16 571
Mon 9/1114:25
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops43h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 18/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops31h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R16 637
Sat 7/117:30
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 18/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop23h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R17 326
Fri 6/1113:55
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops42h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 20/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops46h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R17 408
Thu 5/1123:28
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops56h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 18/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop31h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R17 425
Sat 7/1123:28
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop34h 32m
United Airlines
Fri 20/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops46h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R18 097
Thu 5/1113:55
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops66h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 20/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops46h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7R18 261
Thu 17/913:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 30/922:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops53h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/6R19 016
Thu 23/70:30
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops54h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 4/817:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops48h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/6R19 968

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 947

One-way from

R8 975

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R32 601
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/10-30/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 55m total
  • Costa Rica to South Africa
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 36m total
  • Costa Rica to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (R94 973 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R22 356 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to South Africa 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 2 July 2026.
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San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/11

13:55-16:10

2 stops66h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

20:50-11:25

2 stops46h 35m

R18 261

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/7

0:30-15:20

2 stops54h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

17:55-10:11

2 stops48h 16m

R19 968

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/11

12:35-18:00

2 stops45h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

19:10-19:53

2 stops32h 43m

R23 446

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/11

23:28-18:00

1 stop34h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

9:30-19:53

2 stops42h 23m

R23 446

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/10

7:55-18:30

2 stops50h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

22:00-12:21

2 stops70h 21m

R23 758

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/8

19:25-17:25

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

19:00-14:05

2 stops27h 05m

R23 774

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/12

14:05-9:40

2 stops59h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/1

19:45-12:35

2 stops48h 50m

R24 890

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/8

18:25-21:20

1 stop42h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

18:50-17:00

1 stop30h 10m

R25 530

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/8

18:25-21:20

1 stop42h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

23:15-17:00

2 stops49h 45m

R25 776

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

20:35-14:20

2 stops33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

13:45-15:20

2 stops57h 35m

R25 825

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa (average of R6 153). Flying from Costa Rica to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R40 132). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to South Africa. 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 Costa Rica to South Africa?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Lufthansa, and KLM fly from Costa Rica to South Africa in about 38h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 28h 15m. The distance from Costa Rica to South Africa is about 12719 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Costa Rica to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to South Africa 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 Costa Rica to South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa (average of R6 153). Flying from Costa Rica to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R40 132). 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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