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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica from R16 920

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 7/7. 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.
JNB — SJO
May 26 — Jun 21
1 adult
Sun 26/5
Sun 2/6

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica?

To save on the cost of your flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica, book at least 18 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 22% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R23 045 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R25 698.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Costa Rica?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Johannesburg. Users have commonly found prices around R24 346 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R17 738. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Costa Rica (JNB - CR)?

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

Cheap Delta flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Johannesburg and Costa Rica. 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 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Delta flights we've come across from Johannesburg to Costa Rica. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Tue 30/713:08SJO - JNB
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 20/5R23 427
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Wed 24/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R23 736
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Fri 26/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 008
Fri 28/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Tue 30/713:08SJO - JNB
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 117
Sun 30/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Sat 27/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 299
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Thu 25/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 426
Tue 2/723:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Mon 22/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 699
Fri 28/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Thu 25/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R25 117

Cheap British Airways flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Johannesburg and Costa Rica. 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 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced British Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Johannesburg to Costa Rica. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 5/721:05JNB - SJO
2 stops31h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 27/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops56h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R31 005
Wed 3/719:20JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 24/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R32 005
Sun 30/621:05JNB - SJO
2 stops30h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 28/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R32 150
Mon 1/719:20JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 24/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R33 568
Thu 4/721:05JNB - SJO
2 stops31h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 28/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R33 677
Sat 6/719:20JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 24/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R35 094
Wed 3/719:20JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 28/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R35 203
Mon 1/719:20JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 30/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R36 766
Mon 8/719:20JNB - SJO
2 stops32h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 29/714:20SJO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R36 912

Cheap Johannesburg to Costa Rica flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Johannesburg to Costa Rica specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539 534 searches. Prices were last updated on 21 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Costa Rica in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Tue 30/713:08SJO - JNB
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 20/5R23 427
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Wed 24/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R23 736
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Fri 26/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 008
Fri 28/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Tue 30/713:08SJO - JNB
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 117
Sun 30/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Fri 26/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 299
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Thu 25/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 426
Fri 28/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Fri 26/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 699
Fri 28/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Thu 25/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R25 117
Wed 26/619:00JNB - SJO
2 stops56h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/78:15SJO - JNB
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R27 843

Johannesburg to Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Johannesburg and Costa Rica in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Costa Rica in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Tue 30/713:08SJO - JNB
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 20/5R23 427
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Wed 24/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R23 736
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Fri 26/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 008
Fri 28/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Tue 30/713:08SJO - JNB
2 stops48h 12mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 117
Sun 30/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops53h 12mDelta
Fri 26/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 299
Wed 26/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Thu 25/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 426
Tue 2/723:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Fri 26/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R24 699
Fri 28/623:15JNB - SJO
2 stops44h 27mDelta
Thu 25/77:00SJO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/5R25 117
Wed 26/619:00JNB - SJO
2 stops56h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/78:15SJO - JNB
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R27 843

One-way flights to Costa Rica from Johannesburg

Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica can choose from these deals. Users can also find round-trip Johannesburg to Costa Rica flights by using the search form above.
Sun 7/719:00JNB - SJO
2 stops35h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R16 920
Wed 3/721:05JNB - SJO
2 stops30h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/5R17 138
Tue 2/712:55JNB - SJO
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R17 974
Fri 5/716:40JNB - SJO
3 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R18 283
Wed 29/520:00JNB - SJO
1 stop23h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/5R18 392
Wed 29/519:00JNB - SJO
1 stop30h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 21/5R18 538
Fri 5/712:55JNB - SJO
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R18 883
Fri 31/510:25JNB - SJO
2 stops39h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 21/5R18 992
Fri 31/510:25JNB - SJO
2 stops39h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 20/5R19 047

Find flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.

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R23 427 - R41 455

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Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/6

2 stops44h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 30/7

2 stops48h 12m

R23 427

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/6

2 stops53h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/7

2 stops30h 20m

R23 736

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/6

2 stops56h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 29/7

2 stops40h 15m

R27 843

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/7

2 stops31h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 27/7

2 stops56h 55m

R31 005

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/7

2 stops33h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 29/7

2 stops28h 15m

R31 169

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/7

1 stop25h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/7

2 stops34h 20m

R31 714

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/7

1 stop30h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/7

1 stop29h 10m

R36 676

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/7

1 stop22h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 27/7

1 stop26h 30m

R38 202

Johannesburg OR TamboSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/6

1 stop30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 25/7

1 stop29h 05m

R41 455

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Deals found on 20/5

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

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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 21 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Delta, British Airways and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
10 595 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Delta
8,0
Very Good
10 595 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
10 595 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

SWISS
7,8
Good
1 970 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
10 595 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Austrian Airlines
7,7
Good
1 046 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
10 595 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Air France
7,6
Good
1 757 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
10 595 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 884 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
10 595 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica for under R23 500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica for under R23 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just R23 427, but on average you can expect to pay R28 479.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Costa Rica one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R17 138. Users have also found prices from R18 392 and R18 538 on United Airlines and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Costa Rica?

    The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica are Air France, British Airways and KLM. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does JNB to SJO mean?

    JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, while SJO stands for San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Johannesburg to Costa Rica 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 Johannesburg to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Johannesburg to Costa Rica 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 Johannesburg to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica 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 Johannesburg to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Johannesburg to Costa Rica 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 Johannesburg to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The Johannesburg to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 20/5.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 234AverageR32 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 455AverageR21 737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapestR20 496AverageR28 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 577AverageR30 580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR22 476AverageR27 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR22 511AverageR28 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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