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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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
May 31 — Jun 71
Sun 5/31
Sun 6/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 11/52:20 pm
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 11/910:25 am
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops34h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,020
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/912:30 am
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 8/207:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops32h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,110
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 9/51:25 pm
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 9/197:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops49h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/17:55 am
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops50h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 9/87:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops56h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sat 5/212:44 pm
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 46m
United Airlines
Sat 5/910:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops46h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 11/232:20 pm
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops68h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 12/77:45 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops56h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 12/711:28 pm
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops57h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 12/217:45 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops48h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,441
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 11/22:20 pm
SJO
-
JNB
2 stops68h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 11/810:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops69h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/1012:44 pm
SJO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 46m
United Airlines
Wed 5/207:00 pm
JNB
-
SJO
2 stops35h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,524

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,110
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$668
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

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August

Average price

$1,462
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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 May 1, 2026.
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San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/10

7:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/20

7:00 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops32h 37m

$1,146

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/1

7:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops50h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/8

7:00 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops56h 37m

$1,357

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/3

12:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/19

10:00 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops32h 39m

$1,643

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/21

7:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops50h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

7:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops47h 40m

$1,663

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

12:44 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/16

7:00 pm-11:38 am

2 stops48h 38m

$1,962

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/6

12:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/17

10:00 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop30h 19m

$2,460
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

7:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$668

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/26

3:50 pm-9:20 am

1 stop33h 30m

$808

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/26

3:50 pm-8:35 am

2 stops56h 45m

$836

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/26

7:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,002

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

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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,446). 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 San José to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 May 1, 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
9,675 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,675 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,675 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to OR Tambo. 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 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 27h 15m. 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 29% 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,446). 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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Top airline flying from San José to OR Tambo

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United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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