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21:40 - 22:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
56h 37m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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14:37 - 8:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
58h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
R14 679Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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21:40 - 22:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 37m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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14:37 - 8:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
58h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
R14 679Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
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19:35 - 16:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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14:01 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 24m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R19 019British Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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19:35 - 16:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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14:01 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
60h 24m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R19 019British Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
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19:35 - 16:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:20 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 05m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R19 019British Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 20:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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23:28 - 16:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 42m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
R20 384United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 19
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20:50 - 19:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 03m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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9:05 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m1 stop Newark
R20 384United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 19
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9:20 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
37h 05m1 stop Zurich
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21:00 - 10:35SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R29 406Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 19
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20:50 - 22:32CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 42m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:30 - 10:35SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main
R29 878United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:40 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 15m3 stops Dubai Intl London Gatwick Toronto Pearson Intl
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17:15 - 6:45SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 30m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R38 282Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 19

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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

21:40-22:17

2 stops56h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/12

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R14 679

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

21:40-22:17

2 stops32h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/12

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R14 679

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/12

14:01-10:25

2 stops36h 24m

R19 019

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/12

14:01-10:25

2 stops60h 24m

R19 019

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/12

6:20-10:25

2 stops44h 05m

R19 019

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/1

20:50-20:39

2 stops31h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 19/2

23:28-16:10

2 stops32h 42m

R20 384
Fastest return journey

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/1

20:50-19:53

2 stops31h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 19/2

9:05-18:00

1 stop24h 55m

R20 384

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/1

9:20-14:25

1 stop37h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 19/2

21:00-10:35

1 stop29h 35m

R29 406

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/12

20:50-22:32

2 stops33h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/1

7:30-10:35

2 stops43h 05m

R29 878

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/1

13:40-22:55

3 stops41h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 19/2

17:15-6:45

3 stops29h 30m

R38 282

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

The cheapest month to fly to San José from South Africa is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 751, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to San José in September, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to San José during January average around R20 027.

Cheapest flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTSeptember18% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José costs on average just R19 751 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember24% more expensiveIt costs about R29 764 for flights to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTNovember740% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November than any other month

Cheap San José flight deals and tips

Summary info about San José flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R11 200

Best Round-Trip Price

R14 679

Fastest flight time

39h 50m

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March
The best one-way flight price to San José from South Africa in the last 5 days is R11 200 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The best return flight price to San José from South Africa in the last 5 days is R14 679 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The fastest flight to San José from South Africa takes 39h 50m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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March has the highest demand for flights to San José, with a 9% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to San José

Is there an alternative airport near San José?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near San José is possible. If you are planning a flight to San José, consider booking flights to San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (6 km from San José city centre), Quepos Airport (55 km from San José city centre), San Isidro del General Airport (77 km from San José city centre), La Fortuna Airport (80 km from San José city centre) or Tortuquero Airport (95 km from San José city centre).

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

Prices for flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 3 as of September 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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