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Cheap Flights from Costa Rica to South Africa

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Costa Rica to South Africa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Costa Rica to South Africa

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
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20:50 - 8:32-
43h 42m
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Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 7
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26h 40m
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Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Nov 6
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30h 39m
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Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Nov 7
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7:55 - 18:30-
26h 35m
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45h 25m
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Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7
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53h 37m
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Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Nov 6
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7:55 - 18:30-
26h 35m
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22:00 - 20:39-
54h 39m
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Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Nov 7
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50h 35m
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Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7
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7:45 - 18:35-
50h 50m
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Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Nov 5
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35h 10m
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Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2
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39h 25m
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20:40 - 23:50-
35h 10m
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to South Africa

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to South Africa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How many airports are there in South Africa?

There are 19 airports in South Africa. The busiest airport is OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg (JNB), with 55% of all flights arriving there.

How long is the flight to South Africa?

An average direct flight from Costa Rica to South Africa takes 25h 12m, covering a distance of 19725 km. The shortest route is San José (SJO) to Cape Town (CPT) with an average flight time of 24h 55m.

What is the most popular destination in South Africa?

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Cape Town (100% of total searches to South Africa).

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Good to know

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R11 198
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 52% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flight from San José to Johannesburg

FAQs for booking flights from Costa Rica to South Africa

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Costa Rica to South Africa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Costa Rica to South Africa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Costa Rica to South Africa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Costa Rica to South Africa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Costa Rica to South Africa with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Costa Rica to South Africa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Costa Rica to South Africa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Costa Rica to South Africa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Costa Rica to South Africa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10059 reviews
8,1Crew
7,3Comfort
7,1Entertainment
6,6Food
7,7Boarding
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Staff on the plane was incredible. Check-in was very complicated with no staff to help at the airport. I was charged for a second bag even though my ticket says 2 bags are free

10,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2026
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Staff on the plane was incredible. Check-in was very complicated with no staff to help at the airport. I was charged for a second bag even though my ticket says 2 bags are free

Staff could’ve been a little more cordial. The men were much more friendlier than the women. My daughter and I also missed the 2nd to last meal as we were sleeping but that is on us.

The flight to Houston the agents were not very helpful

In Liberia airport 5 min before our departure the airport was closed for takeoff for 30 min. Upon arrival to IAH we didn’t have any available gate and waited taxing another 40 min. As a result we arrived for 1+ h later. The walkway to the passport control in IAH is about 1-2 ml long. After the passport control you have to pass the security check again. Only 3 out of 16 checkpoints were open and the line was enormously long. As a result, even though we supposed to have 2.5 hrs gap in between the flights we missed our transfer. United rebooked us for the next available flight early morning and provided free hotel and meal vouchers through.

The staff was nice, however boarding taking 2 hours. That’s insane. Overall very bad experience, a lot of turbulence and when landed in Chicago was horrible. I don’t think I’ll flight with UA again.

It was good, although we could not get our preferred seats, we did enjoy the whole experience from Costa Rica. I still don't understand why our luggage is not the first to come out at the band.

Movie selection is good. Crew did not understand mileage program and were no help. Sick later. Food?

I love United was disappointed we had a two hour delay, however the Pilot did say safety first.

Since when do I have to pay for my checked bag? I have a United Explorer mileage plus silver card and I was charged for my checked bags. This also is an international flight. So I would like an explanation to be clear before I choose an airline please?

The food needs to be improved, up to the standard of the people and the accommodation.

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Cabin class types available on flights to South Africa

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