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. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Cape Town to San Jose. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R16 686 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R29 493, a difference of R12 807. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 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 flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R17 755 to R39 718. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 R93 419, which is 437% 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 R300 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz

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

Return flights from Cape Town to San Jose typically range from R17 946 to R26 513. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 755 on Delta.

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

Delta (R17 755) and British Airways (R19 728) 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

R17 755

Typical prices: R17 946-R26 513

Delta

Tue 30/10Sat 3/11

CPT - SJC • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way flight

R18 051

Typical prices: R17 381-R17 381

Lufthansa

Tue 13/11

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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January

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Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3

20:50 - 17:02CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

29h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

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

36h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R17 755Delta

3+ days ago

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 678British Airways

3+ days ago

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 728British Airways

3+ days ago

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 793British Airways

1 day ago

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 810British Airways

3+ days ago

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

8:30 - 16:07CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

41h 37m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Salt Lake City

11:33 - 6:25SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 52m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

R24 035Air France

1 day ago

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

R30 446United Airlines

3+ days ago

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

R30 529United Airlines

3+ days ago

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

R30 660United Airlines

1 day ago

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

17:15 - 13:52CPT Cape Town Intl-SJC San Jose

30h 37m2 stops Istanbul Los Angeles

11:25 - 6:25SJC San Jose-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 00m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez Paris Charles de Gaulle

R32 337Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to San Jose? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to San Jose departing in October.

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Low season	July
Cheapest flight	R17 755

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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.
How long is a flight from Cape Town to San Jose?
A direct flight from Cape Town to San Jose takes 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 flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R17 755 to R39 718. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 R93 419, which is 437% above the typical average for this route.
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 R300 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Fox
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
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).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to San Jose?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Cape Town to San Jose. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R16 686 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R29 493, a difference of R12 807.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average R16 686, about R12 807 less than Wednesday fares (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 914 return in that month – typically R13 579 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
• Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
• Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

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