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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San José from R11 950

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British Airways Logo
21:15 - 18:25
JNB
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SJO
29h 10m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:00 - 7:00
SJO
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JNB
34h 00m2 stops
R19 154British Airways
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 18:25
JNB
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SJO
29h 10m2 stops
British Airways Logo
7:10 - 9:25
SJO
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JNB
42h 15m2 stops
R19 238British Airways
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 20:39
JNB
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SJO
30h 39m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:35 - 18:35
SJO
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JNB
46h 00m2 stops
R19 488United Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 20:39
JNB
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SJO
30h 39m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 - 18:35
SJO
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JNB
28h 05m2 stops
R23 968United Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
Lufthansa Logo
22:00 - 19:53
JNB
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SJO
29h 53m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
8:45 - 18:35
SJO
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JNB
25h 50m2 stops
R24 118Lufthansa
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
Lufthansa Logo
22:00 - 19:53
JNB
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SJO
29h 53m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
23:28 - 18:35
SJO
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JNB
35h 07m1 stop
R24 185Lufthansa
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:30 - 15:20
JNB
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SJO
31h 50m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:54 - 8:40
SJO
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JNB
33h 46m3 stops
R31 639Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 11:38
JNB
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SJO
33h 13m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:44 - 18:30
SJO
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JNB
21h 46m1 stop
R31 673United Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 11:38
JNB
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SJO
28h 33m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:44 - 18:30
SJO
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JNB
21h 46m1 stop
R31 806United Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 16:40
JNB
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SJO
26h 40m1 stop
British Airways Logo
14:59 - 9:25
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JNB
58h 26m2 stops
R37 940British Airways
Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Apr 3

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to San José

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United Airlines
Feb 5
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 39m
2 stops
SJO20:39San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 12
SJO12:35San José Juan Santamaria Intl
46h 00m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 488
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United Airlines
Jan 19
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 39m
2 stops
SJO20:39San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 26
SJO6:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
28h 05m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 968
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United Airlines
Apr 30
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 13m
2 stops
SJO11:38San José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 4
SJO12:44San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 46m
1 stop
JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R31 673
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Lufthansa flights from Johannesburg to San José

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Lufthansa
Feb 5
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 53m
1 stop
SJO19:53San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 12
SJO8:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 50m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 118
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Lufthansa
Feb 5
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 53m
1 stop
SJO19:53San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 12
SJO23:28San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 07m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 185
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

21:15-18:25

2 stops29h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/5

13:00-7:00

2 stops34h 00m

R19 154

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

21:15-18:25

2 stops29h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/5

7:10-9:25

2 stops42h 15m

R19 238

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-20:39

2 stops30h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

12:35-18:35

2 stops46h 00m

R19 488

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

22:00-20:39

2 stops30h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/1

6:30-18:35

2 stops28h 05m

R23 968

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-19:53

1 stop29h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

8:45-18:35

2 stops25h 50m

R24 118

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-19:53

1 stop29h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

23:28-18:35

1 stop35h 07m

R24 185

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

15:30-15:20

2 stops31h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

14:54-8:40

3 stops33h 46m

R31 639

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

10:25-11:38

2 stops33h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/5

12:44-18:30

1 stop21h 46m

R31 673

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

15:05-11:38

2 stops28h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/5

12:44-18:30

1 stop21h 46m

R31 806

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

22:00-16:40

1 stop26h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/4

14:59-9:25

2 stops58h 26m

R37 940

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

The cheapest month to fly to San José from Johannesburg is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 987, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to San José in April, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to San José during March average around R18 669.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to San José from Johannesburg. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R22 420. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to San José is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around R29 865.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San José is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R22 532. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is in the morning when prices are around R87 657.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around R22 295 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Johannesburg for as low as R19 271 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

26h 26m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to San José takes 26h 26m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to San José.
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  • How far is Johannesburg to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 12684,8 km away from Johannesburg. By plane, this route typically takes 26h 26m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to San José

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom R8 810Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 894 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R18 246Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 605 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R18 589Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 105 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R21 430Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 649 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R22 330Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 513 reviews
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