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Cheap flights from Costa Rica to South Africa from R11 228

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
Aug 17 — Aug 241
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 18 July 2026.

Sun 26/77:15
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop25h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 2/820:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops55h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R15 614
Fri 24/77:15
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop25h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 3/819:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop32h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R15 679
Thu 15/1013:25
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops43h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 30/1020:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop23h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/7R15 762
Thu 26/118:45
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops49h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/1220:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7R15 943
Thu 12/1123:28
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop34h 32m
United Airlines
Thu 26/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop31h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R16 454
Tue 15/913:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 28/919:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops48h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/7R16 520
Tue 21/70:30
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops49h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 4/820:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops31h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R16 520
Fri 24/77:55
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops25h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 16/820:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops55h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/7R17 345
Mon 27/77:15
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops50h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 3/819:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops31h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R17 526
Fri 24/77:55
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops25h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 4/820:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops31h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/7R17 576
Thu 12/118:45
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops49h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/1120:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7R17 609
Fri 18/913:25
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops69h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 29/919:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops49h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R18 252

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 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 614

One-way from

R11 228

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R32 760
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/11-26/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 82h 17m total
  • Costa Rica to South Africa
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 15m total
  • Costa Rica to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (R127 796 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (R25 488 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 18 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

23:28-18:00

1 stop34h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

20:50-12:35

2 stops47h 45m

R15 614

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 15/10

13:25-17:10

2 stops43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

20:50-12:00

1 stop23h 10m

R15 762

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/9

7:55-15:20

2 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:00-12:21

2 stops48h 21m

R19 092
Fastest return journey

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 16/8

7:15-17:10

1 stop25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:00-19:37

2 stops31h 37m

R19 092

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/11

13:55-18:35

2 stops44h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

19:45-23:50

2 stops36h 05m

R19 669

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 15/9

7:55-18:30

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

8:45-22:00

2 stops45h 15m

R19 752

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 18/9

8:45-18:30

2 stops73h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

19:00-19:37

2 stops56h 37m

R19 999

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/11

23:28-18:00

1 stop34h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

20:50-20:39

2 stops55h 49m

R20 659

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 31/7

7:15-17:10

1 stop25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

19:50-11:55

2 stops48h 05m

R20 857

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

7:15-15:20

2 stops48h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

19:50-19:37

2 stops31h 47m

R22 571

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa (average of R8 920). Flying from Costa Rica to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R40 328). 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 fly from Costa Rica to South Africa in about 34h 32m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Costa Rica to South Africa is about 11795 km.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa (average of R8 920). Flying from Costa Rica to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R40 328). 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 Costa Rica to South Africa

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Costa Rica to South Africa. 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 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR16 031AverageR18 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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