Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to San Jose?

Flights from Cape Town to San Jose usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to San Jose?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to San Jose.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to San Jose?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Cape Town to San Jose route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R16 510 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R29 182, a difference of R12 671. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Cape Town to San Jose?

A direct flight from Cape Town to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 26 464 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to San Jose?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cape Town to San Jose changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R18 007 to R30 011. That means the highest observed fare was about 66% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cape Town to San Jose looking right now?

One-way fares from Cape Town to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R31 529, which is 137% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Cape Town and San Jose?

San Jose is 9 hours behind Cape Town (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R298 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to San Jose?

Delta (R18 007) and British Airways (R19 438) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to San Jose according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest return flight

R18 007

Typical prices: R17 756-R26 234

Delta

Sat 27/10Sat 3/11

CPT - SJC • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

R22 171

Typical prices: R11 660-R17 197

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Wed 3/1

CPT - SJC • 2 stops

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There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

20:50 - 17:38CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

29h 48m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

18:34 - 18:35SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R18 007Delta

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

20:50 - 11:44CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

23h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:32 - 18:35SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R18 007Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:40 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

35h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

16:14 - 12:10SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 56m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

R19 438British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:40 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

35h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

12:58 - 12:10SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 12m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

R19 487British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:40 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

35h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

16:14 - 12:10SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 56m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

R19 503British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:40 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

35h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

16:14 - 12:10SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 56m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

R19 552British Airways

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 1

13:15 - 22:57CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

42h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:22 - 10:15SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 53m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R29 182Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:50 - 22:59CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

36h 09m3 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 - 16:10SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R29 816United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:50 - 22:59CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

36h 09m3 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 - 16:10SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R29 865United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:50 - 22:59CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

36h 09m3 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 - 16:10SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R29 930United Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to San Jose?

Return flights from Cape Town to San Jose start at R18 007. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R17 756 to R26 234. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 007 on Delta.

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Low season	July
High season	January
Cheapest flight	R22 171

Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 27% lower on average.

Flights from Cape Town to San Jose

When to book flights from Cape Town to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to San Jose?
Flights from Cape Town to San Jose usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to San Jose?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to San Jose.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to San Jose?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Cape Town to San Jose route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R16 510 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R29 182, a difference of R12 671. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Cape Town to San Jose?
A direct flight from Cape Town to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 26 464 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to San Jose?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Cape Town to San Jose changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R18 007 to R30 011. That means the highest observed fare was about 66% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cape Town to San Jose looking right now?
One-way fares from Cape Town to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R31 529, which is 137% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Cape Town and San Jose?
San Jose is 9 hours behind Cape Town (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?
San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R298 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average R16 510 – about R12 671 less than Wednesday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to San Jose trip for January. Fares historically average R15 746 return in that month – typically R13 436 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
- Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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