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Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Cape Town from R27 542

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CPT
Apr 4 — Apr 111
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 30 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R27 542

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R38 485
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/7-27/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 96h 34m total
  • Costa Rica to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R108 654 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R21 060 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 March 2025.

Tue 14/108:37SJO - CPT
2 stops48h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1019:50CPT - SJO
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R28 021
Tue 14/108:37SJO - CPT
2 stops64h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 24/1020:00CPT - SJO
2 stops67h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/3R29 642
Tue 14/1019:25SJO - CPT
2 stops37h 20mLufthansa
Fri 24/1018:05CPT - SJO
1 stop31h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 29/3R43 367
Tue 14/1016:10SJO - CPT
2 stops58h 40mIberia
Wed 22/1013:00CPT - SJO
2 stops33h 35mIberia
Deal found 29/3R43 514
Mon 1/913:08SJO - CPT
1 stop20h 42mDelta
Fri 12/920:05CPT - SJO
1 stop23h 48mDelta
Deal found 30/3R45 301
Sun 30/319:40SJO - CPT
1 stop41h 50mAir France
Sun 6/423:35CPT - SJO
1 stop25h 50mAir France
Deal found 29/3R52 026
Tue 1/710:10SJO - CPT
3 stops41h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 27/716:35CPT - SJO
2 stops38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R52 744
Wed 5/1116:05SJO - CPT
3 stops42h 50mSWISS
Wed 19/119:30CPT - SJO
2 stops61h 20mSWISS
Deal found 29/3R130 746
Wed 5/1118:10SJO - CPT
2 stops34h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 19/1120:40CPT - SJO
2 stops30h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/3R135 554

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/7

13:30-9:30

2 stops60h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/7

18:05-22:39

2 stops36h 34m

R27 542

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/6

14:40-16:45

3 stops42h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/7

18:05-22:40

2 stops36h 35m

R32 148

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/9

13:08-17:50

1 stop20h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/9

20:05-11:53

1 stop23h 48m

R45 301

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/7

10:10-11:50

3 stops41h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/7

16:35-23:30

2 stops38h 55m

R52 744

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/3

Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Cape Town

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Costa Rica to Cape Town as you normally would.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 30 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines from Costa Rica to Cape Town to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 897 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 897 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 897 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 612 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 897 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 746 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 897 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Costa Rica, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Costa Rica to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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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