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Cheap flights from South Africa to San José from R16 076

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British Airways Logo
21:15 - 18:25
JNB
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SJO
29h 10m2 stops
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13:00 - 7:00
SJO
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JNB
34h 00m2 stops
R19 211British Airways
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
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19:35 - 21:02
JNB
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SJO
33h 27m2 stops
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15:55 - 7:35
SJO
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JNB
31h 40m2 stops
R20 787British Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 20
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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 916British Airways
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
KLM Logo
23:59 - 18:25
JNB
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SJO
26h 26m1 stop
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:05
SJO
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JNB
41h 35m1 stop
R24 156KLM
Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 20
KLM Logo
23:59 - 22:15
JNB
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SJO
30h 16m2 stops
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:05
SJO
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JNB
41h 35m1 stop
R24 643KLM
Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 20
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12:40 - 14:05
CPT
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SJO
33h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:45 - 6:45
SJO
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CPT
30h 00m2 stops
R25 497Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:45 - 15:40
JNB
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SJO
46h 55m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:55 - 12:00
SJO
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JNB
26h 05m2 stops
R28 330Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 18 - Fri, Jun 26
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 12:42
CPT
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SJO
23h 52m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:40 - 18:00
SJO
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CPT
48h 20m2 stops
R31 398United Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
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20:50 - 12:42
CPT
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SJO
23h 52m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
14:20 - 18:00
SJO
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CPT
43h 40m2 stops
R31 415United Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
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7:55 - 17:10
CPT
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SJO
41h 15m1 stop
Air France Logo
19:15 - 21:45
SJO
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CPT
42h 30m1 stop
R33 209Air France
Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 10

British Airways flights from South Africa to San José

Our best British Airways deals on South Africa to San José flight tickets
British Airways
Apr 30
JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
2 stops
SJO18:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 4
SJO13:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 00m
2 stops
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 211
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British Airways
Feb 1
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 27m
2 stops
SJO21:02San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 20
SJO15:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 40m
2 stops
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 787
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British Airways
Jan 22
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 44m
2 stops
SJO19:44San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 26
SJO8:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 35m
2 stops
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 916
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KLM flights from South Africa to San José

Our best KLM deals on South Africa to San José flight tickets
KLM
Feb 1
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 26m
1 stop
SJO18:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 20
SJO20:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 35m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 156
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KLM
Feb 1
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 16m
2 stops
SJO22:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 20
SJO20:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 35m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 642
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KLM
Jun 19
JNB23:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 50m
1 stop
SJO16:20San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 27
SJO18:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 55m
1 stop
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 984
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to San José 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 21 December 2025.
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

21:15-18:25

2 stops29h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/5

13:00-7:00

2 stops34h 00m

R19 211

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

19:35-21:02

2 stops33h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

15:55-7:35

2 stops31h 40m

R20 787

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 916

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

23:59-18:25

1 stop26h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

R24 156

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

23:59-22:15

2 stops30h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 20/2

20:30-22:05

1 stop41h 35m

R24 642

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 497

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

0:45-15:40

3 stops46h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

1:55-12:00

2 stops26h 05m

R28 330

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

9:40-18:00

2 stops48h 20m

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 415

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 209

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to San José

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 025, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to San José in April, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to San José during March average around R18 725.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to San José from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R22 486. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to San José is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around R29 954.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San José is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R22 600. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is in the morning when prices are around R87 918.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around R22 361 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from South Africa for as low as R19 328 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to San José flight.

Cheap South Africa to San José flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

26h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to San José takes 26h 40m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to San José. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to San José.
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from South Africa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to San José

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Rating
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LATAM AirlinesPriceFrom R8 836Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 894 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R18 300Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 602 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R18 596Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 102 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R21 494Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 643 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R22 386Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 510 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R22 851Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 431 reviews
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