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Cheap flights from South Africa to San José from R14 081

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19:35 - 20:55
JNB
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SJO
33h 20m
2 stops
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15:11 - 10:25
SJO
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JNB
59h 14m
2 stops
R18 906British Airways
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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19:35 - 20:55
JNB
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SJO
33h 20m
2 stops
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15:11 - 10:25
SJO
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JNB
35h 14m
2 stops
R18 956British Airways
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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19:35 - 20:55
JNB
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SJO
33h 20m
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British Airways Logo
15:11 - 10:25
SJO
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JNB
35h 14m
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R19 005British Airways
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:50 - 8:50
JNB
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SJO
31h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 11:00
SJO
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JNB
35h 00m
3 stops
R28 985Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 6 - Mon, Jul 13
Lufthansa Logo
8:45 - 12:55
JNB
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SJO
36h 10m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
19:25 - 8:35
SJO
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JNB
29h 10m
1 stop
R29 578Lufthansa
Sat, Jun 20 - Sat, Jun 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:50 - 15:25
CPT
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SJO
34h 35m
2 stops
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1:50 - 6:45
SJO
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CPT
20h 55m
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R30 253Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 7 - Mon, Jul 13
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23:15 - 17:00
CPT
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SJO
49h 45m
2 stops
KLM Logo
18:25 - 21:25
SJO
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CPT
43h 00m
1 stop
R31 324KLM
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 19:37
CPT
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SJO
55h 37m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:15 - 17:10
SJO
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CPT
25h 55m
1 stop
R38 323United Airlines
Fri, Jun 19 - Fri, Jun 26
Lufthansa Logo
15:20 - 17:35
CPT
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SJO
58h 15m
3 stops
Lufthansa Logo
19:25 - 13:25
SJO
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CPT
34h 00m
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R39 064Lufthansa
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 7:15
CPT
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SJO
43h 15m
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United Airlines Logo
7:55 - 17:10
SJO
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CPT
25h 15m
2 stops
R114 095United Airlines
Fri, Jun 19 - Fri, Jun 26

British Airways flights from South Africa to San José

Our best British Airways deals on South Africa to San José flight tickets
British Airways
Nov 18
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 20m
2 stops
SJO20:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 22
SJO15:11San José Juan Santamaria Intl
59h 14m
2 stops
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 906
British Airways
Nov 18
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 20m
2 stops
SJO20:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 22
SJO15:11San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 14m
2 stops
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 956
British Airways
Nov 18
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 20m
2 stops
SJO20:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 22
SJO15:11San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 14m
2 stops
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 005

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to San José

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to San José flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Nov 18
JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 02m
3 stops
SJO21:52San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 21
SJO1:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
49h 15m
3 stops
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R56 208
Turkish Airlines
Nov 18
JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 47m
3 stops
SJO21:52San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 21
SJO1:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
49h 05m
3 stops
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R56 372
Turkish Airlines
Nov 18
JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 47m
3 stops
SJO21:52San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 21
SJO1:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
49h 05m
3 stops
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R56 405

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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 24 May 2026.
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JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

19:35-20:55

2 stops33h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

15:11-10:25

2 stops59h 14m

R18 906

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

19:35-20:55

2 stops33h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

15:11-10:25

2 stops35h 14m

R18 956

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

19:35-20:55

2 stops33h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

15:11-10:25

2 stops35h 14m

R19 005

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

9:50-8:50

2 stops31h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/7

16:00-11:00

3 stops35h 00m

R28 985

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

8:45-12:55

2 stops36h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 27/6

19:25-8:35

1 stop29h 10m

R29 578
Fastest return journey

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

12:50-15:25

2 stops34h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/7

1:50-6:45

2 stops20h 55m

R30 253

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

23:15-17:00

2 stops49h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 14/7

18:25-21:25

1 stop43h 00m

R31 324

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

20:00-19:37

2 stops55h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

7:15-17:10

1 stop25h 55m

R38 323

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

15:20-17:35

3 stops58h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 14/7

19:25-13:25

2 stops34h 00m

R39 064

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

20:00-7:15

3 stops43h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

7:55-17:10

2 stops25h 15m

R114 095

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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 R5 484, 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 October is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to San José during October average around R8 630.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% 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

32h 37m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to San José takes 32h 37m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to San José

  • 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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British AirwaysPriceFrom R18 482Free CancellationRating
6,7
8 004 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R19 000Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 747 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R22 929Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 591 reviews
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