$739 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to San José (SJO)

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Popular airlines from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to San José (JNB-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $739 for one-way flights and $807 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Sat, Mar 7 - Tue, Mar 17
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$807 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$807
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $807 found 3 days ago
Delta
Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 11
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$823 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$823
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $823 found 3 days ago
Delta
Sun, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 23
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$840 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$840
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Mon, Mar 23, priced at $840 found 3 days ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 25
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$849 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$849
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $849 found 21 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 18
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$852 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$852
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $852 found 3 days ago
Delta
Sat, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 7
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$862 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$862
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $862 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 25
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$1,127 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,127
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $1,127 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 25
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$1,134 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,134
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $1,134 found 3 days ago
United
Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 11
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$1,190 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,190
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $1,190 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 14
JNB
Johannesburg
SJO
San José
$1,317 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,317
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 31 from Johannesburg to San José, returning Tue, Apr 14, priced at $1,317 found 3 days ago

Alternative airports near San José

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $1,318
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $1,318
Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, United
Roundtrip price
$806
Distance
7907 mi

Johannesburg to San José Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Johannesburg to San José

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Johannesburg to San José are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to San José with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to San José

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Johannesburg to San José: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Johannesburg to San José

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $739 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Johannesburg to San José flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Johannesburg to San José airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $739 or cheap return flight from $807 from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Planning your trip for March can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between JNB and SJO. You'll typically find the lowest prices during the off-season.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and baggage options all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest JNB to SJO flight.
How many flights per day from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Nonstop flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) aren't available daily, so you'll need to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filter tool. Enter your travel details and pick either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from JNB to SJO?
You'll usually find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays tend to be the busiest.* However this can vary from season to season and during peak travel times or public holidays.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Book a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Booking your flight from JNB to SJO shortly before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JNB to SJO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a JNB to SJO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you reserved your JNB to SJO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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