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Flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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21:40 - 22:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 35m2 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
R15 173Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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21:40 - 13:12JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
47h 32m2 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
R15 173Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 22
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21:20 - 22:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 55m1 stop 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
R19 007Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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19:35 - 21:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
57h 42m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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14:35 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R19 751British Airways
Fri, Mar 5 - Sun, Mar 14
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19:35 - 20:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
57h 15m2 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
R20 065British Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
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19:35 - 20:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
57h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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13:59 - 10:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 26m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R20 065British Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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20:50 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 00m2 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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8:45 - 7:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R21 453Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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11:15 - 19:53DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
40h 38m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
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9:05 - 10:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
41h 35m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo
R34 692United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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11:15 - 19:53DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
40h 38m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
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9:05 - 10:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
41h 35m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo
R34 957United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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11:15 - 19:53DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
40h 38m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
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9:05 - 10:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
41h 35m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo
R36 543United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

21:40-22:15

2 stops32h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R15 173

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

21:40-13:12

2 stops47h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R15 173

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

21:20-22:15

1 stop32h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R19 007

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/3

19:35-21:17

2 stops57h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 14/3

14:35-10:25

2 stops35h 50m

R19 751

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

19:35-20:50

2 stops57h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/11

6:00-10:25

2 stops44h 25m

R20 065

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

19:35-20:50

2 stops57h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/11

13:59-10:25

2 stops36h 26m

R20 065
Fastest return journey

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

20:50-23:50

2 stops35h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

8:45-7:40

2 stops38h 55m

R21 453

DurbanSan José

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DURSJO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 4/2

11:15-19:53

2 stops40h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/2

9:05-10:40

2 stops41h 35m

R34 692

DurbanSan José

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DURSJO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 4/2

11:15-19:53

2 stops40h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/2

9:05-10:40

2 stops41h 35m

R34 957

DurbanSan José

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DURSJO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 4/2

11:15-19:53

2 stops40h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/2

9:05-10:40

2 stops41h 35m

R36 543

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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 610, 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 362.

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 610 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember25% more expensiveIt costs about R30 263 for flights to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember400% 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

R12 131

Best Round-Trip Price

R15 173

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 R12 131 (Cape Town Intl 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 R15 173 (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 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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