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$745+ 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,021
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$745
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,493
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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 April 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:55 amSJO - JNB
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/287:00 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,021
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/188:37 amSJO - JNB
2 stops49h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/269:20 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,316
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/172:40 pmSJO - JNB
2 stops34h 40mSWISS
Tue 9/237:35 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop25h 35mSWISS
Deal found 4/17$1,687
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:50 pmSJO - JNB
2 stops58h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 9/239:15 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops49h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$2,069
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/151:18 pmSJO - JNB
1 stop22h 22mDelta
Wed 9/249:55 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop21h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/17$2,099
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 12/18:25 pmSJO - JNB
3 stops29h 05mLufthansa
Sun 12/147:35 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops31h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 4/16$2,368
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/28:35 pmSJO - JNB
1 stop41h 25mKLM
Sun 11/1611:55 pmJNB - SJO
1 stop25h 15mKLM
Deal found 4/17$2,441
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/410:10 amSJO - JNB
3 stops40h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/125:55 pmJNB - SJO
2 stops37h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$2,740

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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 April 17, 2025.
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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San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

7:55 am-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

7:00 pm-7:15 am

2 stops44h 15m

$1,021

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

8:37 am-5:45 pm

2 stops49h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/26

9:20 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$1,316

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

2:40 pm-9:20 am

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/23

7:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$1,687

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

12:50 pm-7:00 am

2 stops58h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/23

9:15 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops49h 20m

$2,069

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

1:18 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 22m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/24

9:55 pm-11:53 am

1 stop21h 58m

$2,099

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/4

10:10 am-10:35 am

3 stops40h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/12

5:55 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$2,740

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

7:55 am-8:35 am

2 stops40h 40m

$745

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

7:55 am-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$786

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

10:10 am-10:35 am

3 stops40h 25m

$1,535

San JoséJohannesburg

SJO - JNB

SJOJNB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

7:30 pm-8:30 am

1 stop29h 00m

$1,590

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Deals found on 4/16

Compare providers for flights from San José to OR Tambo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to OR Tambo in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José, San José Province-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from San José with our price prediction graph.
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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, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 April 17, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,769 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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.

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

    Currently priced at $1,021, United Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,687 and $2,069, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $786. Turkish Airlines flights start at $1,535 while deals on Air France start at $1,590 one-way.

  • 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, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San José, San José Province to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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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Air FranceCheapest$2,396Average$2,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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