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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José from R15 592

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
jan. 22 — jan. 291
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 Januar 2025.

Round-trip from

R21 949

One-way from

R15 648

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R24 507
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 2/3-9/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 27m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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30/1
  • 30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to San José
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High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 Januar 2025.

fr. 30/521:15JNB - SJO
2 stops29h 15mBritish Airways
ti. 3/612:55SJO - JNB
2 stops34h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1R21 516
sø. 2/323:55JNB - SJO
2 stops30h 17mMultiple Airlines
sø. 9/320:10SJO - JNB
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R25 993
fr. 30/519:00JNB - SJO
1 stop30h 35mLufthansa
ti. 3/619:25SJO - JNB
1 stop29h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1R32 500
fr. 30/519:00JNB - SJO
2 stops35h 39mUnited Airlines
ti. 3/67:55SJO - JNB
3 stops40h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1R39 177

Find flights from OR Tambo to San José within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to San José 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 17 Januar 2025.

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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fr. 30/5

21:15-18:30

2 stops29h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ti. 3/6

12:55-7:00

2 stops34h 05m

R21 516

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sø. 2/3

23:55-22:12

2 stops30h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sø. 9/3

20:10-9:25

1 stop29h 15m

R25 993

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fr. 30/5

19:00-17:35

1 stop30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ti. 3/6

19:25-8:35

1 stop29h 10m

R32 500

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fr. 30/5

19:00-22:39

2 stops35h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ti. 3/6

7:55-8:35

3 stops40h 40m

R39 177

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

to. 30/1

11:15-14:10

2 stops34h 55m

R15 592

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sø. 2/2

19:25-20:50

2 stops33h 25m

R18 733

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

to. 30/1

20:25-14:55

1 stop26h 30m

R20 614

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sø. 2/3

23:55-18:25

1 stop26h 30m

R21 366

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sø. 2/2

19:40-17:55

1 stop30h 15m

R23 002

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Deals found on 17/1

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to San José

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to San José. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 42 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 time of day to fly from JNB to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 Januar 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 75% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April 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 January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 17 Januar 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 598 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

British Airways
6,6
Okay
6 824 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to San José. 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 San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 5 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 14,1 km from San José’s city centre.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    British Airways, at R21 949, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province.. British Airways is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R18 808. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and KLM, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to San José. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 Januar 2025.
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Top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to San José. 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 17 Januar 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR19 275AverageR23 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR21 034AverageR29 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SWISSCheapestR21 787AverageR29 004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR24 471AverageR28 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR25 048AverageR26 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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