Cheap flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica from R31 944

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19:50 - 19:37
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SJO
31h 47m2 stops
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12:44 - 12:40
SJO
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CPT
39h 56m2 stops
R31 944United Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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19:50 - 19:37
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SJO
31h 47m2 stops
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12:44 - 12:40
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CPT
39h 56m2 stops
R32 046United Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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19:50 - 11:38
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SJO
23h 48m1 stop
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12:44 - 17:20
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CPT
44h 36m2 stops
R32 097United Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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19:50 - 19:37
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SJO
31h 47m2 stops
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7:55 - 9:30
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65h 35m3 stops
R32 148United Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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19:50 - 19:37
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SJO
31h 47m2 stops
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7:55 - 9:30
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65h 35m3 stops
R32 233United Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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19:50 - 11:38
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SJO
23h 48m1 stop
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7:55 - 9:30
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65h 35m3 stops
R32 318United Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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18:05 - 19:37
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SJO
33h 32m2 stops
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7:55 - 9:30
SJO
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CPT
65h 35m3 stops
R32 692United Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica

Our best United Airlines deals on Cape Town to Costa Rica flight tickets
United Airlines
May 14
CPT19:50Cape Town Intl
31h 47m
2 stops
SJO19:37San José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 18
SJO12:44San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 56m
2 stops
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl
R31 944
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United Airlines
May 14
CPT19:50Cape Town Intl
31h 47m
2 stops
SJO19:37San José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 18
SJO12:44San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 56m
2 stops
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl
R32 046
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United Airlines
May 14
CPT19:50Cape Town Intl
23h 48m
1 stop
SJO11:38San José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 18
SJO12:44San José Juan Santamaria Intl
44h 36m
2 stops
CPT17:20Cape Town Intl
R32 097
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:50-19:37

2 stops31h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

12:44-12:40

2 stops39h 56m

R31 944

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:50-19:37

2 stops31h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

12:44-12:40

2 stops39h 56m

R32 046

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:50-11:38

1 stop23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

12:44-17:20

2 stops44h 36m

R32 097

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:50-19:37

2 stops31h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

7:55-9:30

3 stops65h 35m

R32 148

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:50-19:37

2 stops31h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

7:55-9:30

3 stops65h 35m

R32 233

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:50-11:38

1 stop23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

7:55-9:30

3 stops65h 35m

R32 318

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

18:05-19:37

2 stops33h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

7:55-9:30

3 stops65h 35m

R32 692

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Cape Town is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around R21 704, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Costa Rica during the month of January, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R22 078.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Cape Town. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R22 007. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R29 509. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as R22 774. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around R29 878. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You could potentially save up to 80% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Costa Rica flight.

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Fastest flight time

23h 48m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Costa Rica takes 23h 48m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Costa Rica. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Costa Rica.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Costa Rica

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United AirlinesPriceFrom R18 868Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 066 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R19 528Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 562 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R23 186Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 430 reviews
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