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$668+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
Apr 10 — Apr 171
Fri 4/10
Fri 4/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to OR Tambo

Cheapest flights from San José to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/88:45 am
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops49h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 5/710:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops39h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$985
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/161:25 pm
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 4/233:05 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops28h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$995
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2311:50 am
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2710:25 am
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2011:13 am
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops47h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 5/127:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops56h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$1,040
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/317:55 am
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 5/197:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops44h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,041
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/261:35 pm
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops44h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 7/2710:25 am
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,048
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/511:50 am
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 5/1810:25 am
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops33h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3011:50 am
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 5/137:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops56h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,092

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$985
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$668
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,505
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to OR Tambo 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

11:50 am-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

10:25 am-11:38 am

2 stops33h 13m

$1,000

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/30

7:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

7:00 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops56h 37m

$1,041

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/31

12:44 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

7:00 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops56h 37m

$1,092

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

7:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/24

3:05 pm-11:38 am

2 stops28h 33m

$1,321

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/26

1:25 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/27

10:25 am-11:38 am

2 stops33h 13m

$1,338

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

1:25 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

7:00 pm-7:15 am

2 stops44h 15m

$1,384
Quickest round-trip

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

12:44 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/11

10:00 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops29h 37m

$1,486
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/19

7:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$668

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $530). Flying from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,564). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated March 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

May,Apr 2024

IAD - TYS

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

May,Apr 2024

IAD - TYS

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 1 airline have flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    United Airlines can get you from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 45h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 7903 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $982. United Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $530). Flying from San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,564). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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