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Cheap flights from South Africa to Costa Rica from R14 636

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Delta Logo
21:55 - 12:00JNB-LIR
22h 05m1 stop
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13:25 - 19:40LIR-JNB
22h 15m1 stop
R22 572Delta
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
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21:15 - 11:49JNB-LIR
46h 34m2 stops
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12:49 - 7:00LIR-JNB
34h 11m2 stops
R24 206American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
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21:15 - 11:49JNB-LIR
46h 34m2 stops
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12:49 - 9:25LIR-JNB
36h 36m2 stops
R24 297American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
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18:50 - 17:10JNB-SJO
30h 20m1 stop
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19:25 - 8:30SJO-JNB
29h 05m1 stop
R24 697Air France
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Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22
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18:50 - 17:10JNB-SJO
30h 20m1 stop
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19:25 - 8:30SJO-JNB
29h 05m1 stop
R24 769Air France
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Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 7:15CPT-SJO
43h 25m2 stops
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13:30 - 9:30SJO-CPT
60h 00m2 stops
R26 277United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Sat, Mar 28
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19:50 - 11:38CPT-SJO
23h 48m1 stop
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60h 00m2 stops
R26 749United Airlines
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21:15 - 20:15JNB-SJO
31h 00m2 stops
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6:00 - 7:00SJO-JNB
41h 00m2 stops
R27 693British Airways
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19:00 - 13:45JNB-SJO
26h 45m2 stops
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14:40 - 8:35SJO-JNB
33h 55m3 stops
R33 885Lufthansa
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Air France flights from South Africa to Costa Rica

Our best Air France deals on South Africa to Costa Rica flight tickets
Air France
Oct 16
JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m
1 stop
SJO17:10San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 22
SJO19:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB8:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 697
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Air France
Oct 16
JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m
1 stop
SJO17:10San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 22
SJO19:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB8:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 769
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Air France
Oct 16
JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m
1 stop
SJO17:10San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 22
SJO19:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 10m
2 stops
JNB21:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 060
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United Airlines flights from South Africa to Costa Rica

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United Airlines
Sept 29
CPT19:50Cape Town Intl
43h 25m
2 stops
SJO7:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 28
SJO13:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
60h 00m
2 stops
CPT9:30Cape Town Intl
R26 276
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United Airlines
Sept 29
CPT19:50Cape Town Intl
23h 48m
1 stop
SJO11:38San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 28
SJO13:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
60h 00m
2 stops
CPT9:30Cape Town Intl
R26 749
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United Airlines
Sept 29
CPT19:50Cape Town Intl
43h 25m
2 stops
SJO7:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 27
SJO5:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
49h 50m
2 stops
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
R29 382
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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 2 August 2025.
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JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

21:55-12:00

1 stop22h 05m

Liberia

Mon 22/9

13:25-19:40

1 stop22h 15m

R22 572

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

21:15-11:49

2 stops46h 34m

Liberia

Mon 22/9

12:49-7:00

2 stops34h 11m

R24 206

JohannesburgLiberia

JNB - LIR

JNBLIR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

21:15-11:49

2 stops46h 34m

Liberia

Mon 22/9

12:49-9:25

2 stops36h 36m

R24 297

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

18:50-17:10

1 stop30h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/10

19:25-8:30

1 stop29h 05m

R24 697

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

18:50-17:10

1 stop30h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/10

19:25-8:30

1 stop29h 05m

R24 769

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/9

19:50-7:15

2 stops43h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/3

13:30-9:30

2 stops60h 00m

R26 276

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/9

19:50-11:38

1 stop23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/3

13:30-9:30

2 stops60h 00m

R26 749

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/8

21:15-20:15

2 stops31h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/9

6:00-7:00

2 stops41h 00m

R27 693

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

19:00-13:45

2 stops26h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/10

14:40-8:35

3 stops33h 55m

R33 885

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

19:00-13:45

2 stops26h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/10

14:40-8:35

3 stops33h 55m

R34 031

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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 R14 110, 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 R20 520.

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 R24 359. 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 R32 447. 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 R24 481. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around R95 237. 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 R24 632 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 267 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Costa Rica

Best price found

R14 636

Fastest flight time

22h 05m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Costa Rica

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R14 636. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R22 572.
The fastest flight from South Africa to Costa Rica takes 22h 05m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Costa Rica. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Liberia Airport and Cape Town Intl Airport - San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
There are 2 airports near Costa Rica: Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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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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Rating
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom R9 571Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 823 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R19 645Free CancellationRating
6,6
7 224 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R20 144Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 904 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R23 073Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 384 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R23 283Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 276 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R23 627Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 465 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R30 559Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 609 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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