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$1,006+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to San José (SJO)

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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
jul. 30 — ago. 61
mié. 7/30
mié. 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated julio 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,264
(Delta)

One-way from

$1,006
(British Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,590
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/249:55 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop22h 13mDelta
mié. 10/81:13 pmSJO - JNB
1 stop22h 27mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
dom. 9/77:00 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops32h 37mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/148:37 amSJO - JNB
2 stops49h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,435
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/97:25 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops32h 50mBritish Airways
mié. 8/136:00 amSJO - JNB
2 stops43h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,438
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/246:50 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/87:25 pmSJO - JNB
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,439
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/1611:15 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops27h 44mKLM
mié. 10/227:25 pmSJO - JNB
2 stops42h 10mKLM
Deal found 7/23$1,703
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/256:50 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop30h 35mAir France
vie. 8/157:40 pmSJO - JNB
1 stop29h 10mAir France
Deal found 7/24$1,781

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/24

9:55 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop22h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 10/8

1:13 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 27m

$1,264

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/7

7:00 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops32h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 9/14

8:37 am-5:45 pm

2 stops49h 08m

$1,435

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 8/9

7:25 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops32h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/13

6:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops43h 25m

$1,438

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/24

6:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 10/8

7:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$1,439

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 10/16

11:15 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops27h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 10/22

7:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$1,703

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/22

10:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$1,006

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/22

7:45 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$1,858

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/22

11:10 am-12:30 pm

3 stops33h 20m

$1,979

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Deals found on 7/24

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to San José. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated julio 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
KLM
7.8
Good
1,375 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,876 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,253 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,189 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($1,264), United Airlines ($1,435), and British Airways ($1,438) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province. Delta is 7% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to San José 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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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