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Cheap flights from San José to Johannesburg from R16 430

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United Airlines Logo
14:20 - 18:35
SJO
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JNB
44h 15m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 20:39
JNB
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SJO
30h 39m2 stops
R16 430United Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
6:30 - 18:35
SJO
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JNB
28h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 8:32
JNB
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SJO
42h 32m2 stops
R16 650United Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
6:30 - 18:35
SJO
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JNB
28h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 12:42
JNB
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SJO
29h 37m2 stops
R16 751United Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
11:13 - 18:30
SJO
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JNB
47h 17m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
19:00 - 12:21
JNB
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SJO
49h 21m2 stops
R17 378United Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, May 1
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:05
SJO
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JNB
41h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 19:02
JNB
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SJO
27h 03m2 stops
R17 597KLM
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Feb 2
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:05
SJO
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JNB
41h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
19:20 - 18:25
JNB
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SJO
31h 05m2 stops
R18 004KLM
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:05
SJO
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JNB
41h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 18:25
JNB
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SJO
26h 26m1 stop
R18 021KLM
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
13:25 - 18:30
SJO
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JNB
45h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
19:00 - 7:15
JNB
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SJO
44h 15m2 stops
R18 291United Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
United Airlines Logo
13:25 - 18:30
SJO
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JNB
45h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
19:00 - 7:15
JNB
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SJO
44h 15m2 stops
R18 308United Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
United Airlines Logo
12:44 - 18:30
SJO
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JNB
21h 46m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
19:00 - 7:15
JNB
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SJO
44h 15m2 stops
R18 342United Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17

United Airlines flights from San José to Johannesburg

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United Airlines
Jan 21
SJO14:20San José Juan Santamaria Intl
44h 15m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 3
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 39m
2 stops
SJO20:39San José Juan Santamaria Intl
R16 430
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United Airlines
Jan 21
SJO6:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
28h 05m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 3
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 32m
2 stops
SJO8:32San José Juan Santamaria Intl
R16 650
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United Airlines
Jan 21
SJO6:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
28h 05m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 2
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 17m
2 stops
SJO12:42San José Juan Santamaria Intl
R16 751
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Lufthansa flights from San José to Johannesburg

Our best Lufthansa deals on San José to Johannesburg flight tickets
Lufthansa
Jan 21
SJO15:50San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 40m
3 stops
JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 3
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 55m
2 stops
SJO14:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
R24 163
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Lufthansa
Jan 21
SJO15:50San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 40m
3 stops
JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 2
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
50h 20m
2 stops
SJO14:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
R24 552
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Lufthansa
Jan 21
SJO15:50San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 40m
3 stops
JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 2
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
50h 20m
2 stops
SJO14:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
R27 039
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San José to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2025.
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San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

14:20-18:35

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-20:39

2 stops30h 39m

R16 430

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

6:30-18:35

2 stops28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-8:32

2 stops42h 32m

R16 650

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

6:30-18:35

2 stops28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

15:05-12:42

2 stops29h 37m

R16 751

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/4

11:13-18:30

2 stops47h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:00-12:21

2 stops49h 21m

R17 378

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

23:59-19:02

2 stops27h 03m

R17 597

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

19:20-18:25

2 stops31h 05m

R18 004

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

23:59-18:25

1 stop26h 26m

R18 020

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

13:25-18:30

2 stops45h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

19:00-7:15

2 stops44h 15m

R18 291

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

13:25-18:30

2 stops45h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

19:00-7:15

2 stops44h 15m

R18 308

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

12:44-18:30

1 stop21h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

19:00-7:15

2 stops44h 15m

R18 342

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San José to Johannesburg

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R8 968. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San José averaging around R17 259.

Cheap San José to Johannesburg flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

25h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Johannesburg takes 25h 50m
There are no direct flights from San José to Johannesburg. There are no popular flight routes from San José to Johannesburg.
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Johannesburg by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Johannesburg is 12684,8 km. Flights usually cover this in 21h 46m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Johannesburg.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from San José to Johannesburg

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United AirlinesPriceFrom R16 453Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 076 reviews
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