SJO - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R15 914
Typical prices: R17 302-R32 249
United Airlines
Wed 31/1Thu 8/2
SJO - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 376
Typical prices: R8 835-R17 209
United Airlines
Mon 26/11
SJO - CPT • 2 stops
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 28% price drop
October
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg R15 566 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 21h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Cape Town (SJO-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San José to Cape Town

Sun, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 8
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1:15 - 16:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 8:32CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 42m2 stops Newark San Francisco
R15 914United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 14
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1:15 - 16:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 20:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
R16 144United Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 14
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9:20 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
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20:50 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
R16 177Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 23
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9:05 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 656United Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Sun, Apr 11
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22:28 - 7:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 12m2 stops Newark Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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20:00 - 10:11CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
46h 11m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
R18 297United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
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14:25 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
67h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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20:50 - 8:32CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
R19 382United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
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9:05 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 20:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
R19 530United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 7
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1:15 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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20:50 - 20:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
R19 613United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
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9:05 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m1 stop Newark
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15:20 - 19:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
36h 33m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
R19 629United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 7
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1:15 - 18:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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9:00 - 19:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 53m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
R19 711United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San José to Cape Town flights

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

Return flights from San José to Cape Town typically range from R17 302 to R32 249. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 914 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Cape Town. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 78% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Cape Town?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Cape Town at R16 160 return.
•April (R52 706) and July (R43 056) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 226% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San José to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R11 376
Beat the crowds with an average 77% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 86% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from San José to Cape Town

When to book flights from San José to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from San José to Cape Town?

    There are currently no direct flights available from San José to Cape Town. Flights with 1 stopover take between 21h 59m and 38h 42m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from San José to Cape Town range from R17 302 to R32 249, with an average of R22 473 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 302 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San José to Cape Town 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 R15 914 to R119 727. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R14 414, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from San José to Cape Town usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from San José to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Newark (EWR) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 20% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from San José to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R17 295 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R40 212, a difference of R22 917.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San José to Cape Town?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 59m, compared to 29h 59m via Newark (EWR) and 30h 51m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between San José and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 8 hours ahead of San José (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San José to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R17 295, about R22 917 less than Sunday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average R16 160 return in that month – typically R36 546 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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