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Cheap flights from South Africa to Costa Rica from R16 905

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British Airways Logo
22:00 - 21:02
JNB
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SJO
31h 02m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:43 - 7:35
SJO
-
JNB
33h 52m2 stops
R21 329British Airways
Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 19:44
JNB
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SJO
29h 44m2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:00 - 7:35
SJO
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JNB
39h 35m2 stops
R22 903British Airways
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 14:05
CPT
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SJO
33h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:45 - 6:45
SJO
-
CPT
30h 00m2 stops
R25 484Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 10
Air France Logo
19:20 - 17:50
JNB
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SJO
30h 30m1 stop
Air France Logo
20:05 - 12:10
SJO
-
JNB
32h 05m1 stop
R29 069Air France
Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 21:02
JNB
-
SJO
31h 02m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 9:30
SJO
-
JNB
33h 40m3 stops
R29 153Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 12:42
CPT
-
SJO
23h 52m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
14:05 - 18:00
SJO
-
CPT
43h 55m2 stops
R31 398United Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 12:42
CPT
-
SJO
23h 52m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
14:20 - 18:00
SJO
-
CPT
43h 40m2 stops
R31 465United Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
Air France Logo
7:55 - 17:10
CPT
-
SJO
41h 15m1 stop
Air France Logo
19:15 - 21:45
SJO
-
CPT
42h 30m1 stop
R33 191Air France
Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 10
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:13
JNB
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LIR
32h 28m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:20 - 8:40
LIR
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JNB
35h 20m2 stops
R35 000Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 13
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 13:14
CPT
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SJO
32h 39m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 10:20
SJO
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CPT
36h 35m2 stops
R39 407Qatar Airways
Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 10

KLM flights from South Africa to Costa Rica

Our best KLM deals on South Africa to Costa Rica flight tickets
KLM
Dec 21
CPT8:00Cape Town Intl
42h 25m
1 stop
SJO18:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 25
SJO20:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
65h 50m
2 stops
CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
R29 706
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KLM
Dec 21
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
32h 00m
2 stops
SJO18:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 25
SJO17:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
68h 40m
2 stops
CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
R29 873
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KLM
Dec 29
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 26m
1 stop
SJO18:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 8
SJO20:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 00m
2 stops
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R35 553
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Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Costa Rica

Our best Lufthansa deals on South Africa to Costa Rica flight tickets
Lufthansa
Dec 24
JNB10:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 15m
2 stops
SJO18:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 12
SJO20:10San José Juan Santamaria Intl
50h 55m
3 stops
JNB7:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R32 018
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Lufthansa
Jan 5
JNB11:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 15m
2 stops
SJO18:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 3
SJO15:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
54h 45m
2 stops
JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R50 314
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Costa Rica 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 20 December 2025.
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Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

22:00-21:02

2 stops31h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

13:43-7:35

2 stops33h 52m

R21 329

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

22:00-19:44

2 stops29h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/1

8:00-7:35

2 stops39h 35m

R22 903

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

12:40-14:05

2 stops33h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/4

16:45-6:45

2 stops30h 00m

R25 484

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

19:20-17:50

1 stop30h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

20:05-12:10

1 stop32h 05m

R29 069

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

22:00-21:02

2 stops31h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

15:50-9:30

3 stops33h 40m

R29 153

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

20:50-12:42

1 stop23h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

14:05-18:00

2 stops43h 55m

R31 398

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

20:50-12:42

1 stop23h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

14:20-18:00

2 stops43h 40m

R31 465

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

7:55-17:10

1 stop41h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/4

19:15-21:45

1 stop42h 30m

R33 191

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

13:45-14:13

2 stops32h 28m

Liberia

Fri 13/2

13:20-8:40

2 stops35h 20m

R35 000

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

12:35-13:14

2 stops32h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/4

13:45-10:20

2 stops36h 35m

R39 407

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Costa Rica

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from South Africa is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 018, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Costa Rica during the month of April, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R18 715.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R22 474. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around R29 937. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R22 587. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around R87 870. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around R22 349 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from South Africa for as low as R19 318 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Costa Rica flight.

Cheap South Africa to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

28h 37m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Costa Rica takes 28h 37m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Costa Rica. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Costa Rica.
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Costa Rica?

    Prices for flights from South Africa to Costa Rica refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Costa Rica?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Costa Rica

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom R8 831Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 893 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R18 290Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 597 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R18 586Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 097 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R21 482Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 639 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R22 374Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 509 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R22 839Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 428 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R28 195Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 685 reviews
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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Costa Rica?

It is quick and easy to find South Africa to Costa Rica flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Costa Rica that suits you.

Can I find flights from South Africa to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Costa Rica from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Costa Rica?

Once all potential South Africa to Costa Rica flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Costa Rica from South Africa. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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