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Cheap flights from South Africa to Costa Rica from R10 286

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
May 24 — May 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 April 2026.

Fri 27/1122:00
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 55m
British Airways
Tue 1/1213:09
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 26m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4R21 449
Tue 19/521:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops29h 52m
British Airways
Tue 26/57:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops40h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 23/4R22 326
Mon 17/821:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 37m
British Airways
Sun 6/96:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops43h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4R24 161
Mon 17/819:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 27m
British Airways
Fri 4/96:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops41h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4R24 790
Tue 18/819:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 27m
British Airways
Tue 1/97:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops40h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4R25 484
Wed 19/819:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 27m
British Airways
Mon 7/96:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops43h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4R25 567
Mon 11/519:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops31h 42m
British Airways
Mon 25/512:50
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 21/4R25 683
Wed 19/819:25
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 27m
British Airways
Fri 4/96:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops41h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4R26 906
Sat 15/821:15
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops30h 37m
British Airways
Mon 7/96:00
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops43h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4R27 006
Tue 12/512:20
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/615:50
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops57h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R27 204
Mon 11/58:45
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops40h 50m
Lufthansa
Mon 25/514:40
SJO
-
JNB
3 stops33h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/4R27 221
Sun 10/59:55
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/618:25
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R27 965

Find flight deals from South Africa to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R22 326

One-way from

R10 286

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R12 850
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 19/5-26/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 52m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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16/9
  • 16/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • South Africa to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R35 726 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 667 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Costa Rica 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 24 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

21:15-19:52

2 stops30h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/9

6:00-9:25

2 stops43h 25m

R24 161

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

19:25-19:07

2 stops31h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

12:50-7:00

2 stops34h 10m

R25 683

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

21:15-19:52

2 stops30h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/9

6:00-7:00

2 stops41h 00m

R26 906

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

19:25-19:52

2 stops32h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/9

6:00-7:00

2 stops41h 00m

R26 906
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:20-17:35

1 stop30h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

19:25-8:35

1 stop29h 10m

R27 320

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

21:15-19:52

2 stops30h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/9

6:00-7:00

2 stops41h 00m

R28 329

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

18:50-19:07

2 stops32h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 15/6

15:08-11:00

2 stops35h 52m

R30 727

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

18:50-19:07

2 stops32h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 16/6

15:08-11:00

2 stops59h 52m

R31 504

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

19:30-15:05

2 stops51h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 19/6

16:10-17:30

2 stops41h 20m

R31 934

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

19:30-15:05

2 stops51h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 18/6

16:10-10:15

2 stops58h 05m

R31 983

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Deals found on 21/4

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 242). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R19 531). 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 Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 24 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,LATAM Airlines, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 911 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 649 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 947 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 911 reviews
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from South Africa to Costa Rica will take you 30h 37m. South Africa and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 12719 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica (average of R5 242). Flying from South Africa to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of R19 531). 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 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Costa Rica. 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 24 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR8 717AverageR12 282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapestR8 792AverageR24 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 559AverageR23 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR20 807AverageR25 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 025AverageR24 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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