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Flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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19:35 - 20:57JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 22m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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6:00 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 25m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R21 336British Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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9:30 - 19:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 23m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Newark
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23:28 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 32m1 stop Newark
R23 110United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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9:30 - 19:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 23m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Newark
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14:15 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R23 110United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:00 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 25m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R23 972British Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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20:40 - 20:57CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 17m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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13:59 - 8:05SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 06m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R24 237British Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 20:57JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 22m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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15:37 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 48m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R24 751British Airways
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 24
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19:45 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Zurich
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21:00 - 9:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R28 017Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 24
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20:40 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 55m1 stop Zurich
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21:00 - 9:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R28 746Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 24
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22:00 - 19:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 53m1 stop Newark
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23:28 - 18:35SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 07m1 stop Newark
R28 829United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 17:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
65h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:20 - 6:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R30 471Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

19:35-20:57

2 stops33h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/11

6:00-10:25

2 stops44h 25m

R21 336

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

9:30-19:53

2 stops42h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/11

23:28-18:00

1 stop34h 32m

R23 110

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

9:30-19:53

2 stops42h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/11

14:15-18:00

2 stops43h 45m

R23 110

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

19:35-16:40

1 stop29h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/11

6:00-10:25

2 stops44h 25m

R23 972

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/11

20:40-20:57

2 stops32h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 30/11

13:59-8:05

2 stops34h 06m

R24 237

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

19:35-20:57

2 stops33h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 24/12

15:37-10:25

2 stops34h 48m

R24 751

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

19:45-18:35

2 stops30h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 24/12

21:00-9:40

1 stop28h 40m

R28 017
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

20:40-18:35

1 stop29h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 24/12

21:00-9:40

1 stop28h 40m

R28 746

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

22:00-19:53

1 stop29h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/11

23:28-18:35

1 stop35h 07m

R28 829

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

8:30-17:30

2 stops65h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/11

18:20-6:25

1 stop28h 05m

R30 471

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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 R18 667, 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 February is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to San José during February average around R19 811.

Cheapest flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTSeptember23% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José costs on average just R18 667 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember31% more expensiveIt costs about R31 780 for flights to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember433% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December 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

R15 069

Best Round-Trip Price

R21 336

Fastest flight time

39h 45m

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The best one-way flight price to San José from South Africa in the last 5 days is R15 069 (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 R21 336 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The fastest flight to San José from South Africa takes 39h 45m (Cape Town Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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March has the highest demand for flights to San José, with a 3% 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 October 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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