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$581+ 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SJO
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
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 June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,383
(British Airways)

One-way from

$581
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,416
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 June 18, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 7/159:15 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops30h 49mBritish Airways
Tue 2/103:50 pmSJO - JNB
2 stops34h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/16$1,383
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 7/156:50 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/108:35 pmSJO - JNB
1 stop41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$1,508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/167:00 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/2311:13 amSJO - JNB
2 stops46h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,882
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Tue 7/156:50 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop30h 35mAir France
Mon 12/155:15 pmSJO - JNB
1 stop32h 00mAir France
Deal found 6/17$2,014
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/157:35 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop25h 35mSWISS
Mon 12/158:10 pmSJO - JNB
2 stops30h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/16$2,025
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/157:00 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Mon 12/158:10 pmSJO - JNB
3 stops29h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/16$2,105
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:25 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops32h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/72:15 pmSJO - JNB
2 stops35h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/18$4,867

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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

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

9:15 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops30h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

3:50 pm-10:20 am

2 stops34h 30m

$1,383

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

6:50 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

8:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop41h 25m

$1,508

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/16

7:00 pm-7:15 am

2 stops44h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/23

11:13 am-5:45 pm

2 stops46h 32m

$1,882

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

6:50 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

5:15 pm-9:15 am

1 stop32h 00m

$2,014

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

7:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop25h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

8:10 pm-10:10 am

2 stops30h 00m

$2,025

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

7:00 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

8:10 pm-9:30 am

3 stops29h 20m

$2,105

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/4

7:25 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops32h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/7

2:15 pm-9:25 am

2 stops35h 10m

$4,867

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

12:45 am-7:10 pm

2 stops50h 25m

$581

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/22

8:25 pm-1:02 pm

2 stops48h 37m

$783

JohannesburgSan José

JNB - SJO

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/13

7:25 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops32h 39m

$1,016

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 13, 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.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 June 18, 2025.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,632 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,810 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.

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, British Airways ($1,383), United Airlines ($1,882), and Air France ($2,014) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San José, San José Province one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with JetBlue, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $783. British Airways flights start at $1,016 while deals on Air France start at $1,112 one-way.

  • 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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