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$814+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to South Africa

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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — JNB
abr. 22 — abr. 291
mar. 4/22
mar. 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,338
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$814
(oojo)
From San Jose to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 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.
mié. 6/257:00 amSJC - JNB
2 stops40h 35mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/237:00 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops51h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,338
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.
jue. 4/2412:15 pmSJC - JNB
2 stops33h 45mBritish Airways
jue. 5/89:15 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops30h 02mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,437
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 4/272:19 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops35h 41mBritish Airways
mar. 5/136:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops32h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,488
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/1610:20 amSJC - CPT
2 stops38h 10mQatar Airways
lun. 11/2412:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops37h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,513
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.
mié. 6/251:32 pmSJC - JNB
2 stops33h 58mDelta
mar. 9/239:55 pmJNB - SJC
1 stop31h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/17$1,537
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/510:05 amSJC - JNB
2 stops31h 50mQatar Airways
dom. 11/2312:45 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops37h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,640
This lol.travel 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/110:29 amSJC - CPT
2 stops39h 31mIberia
dom. 6/86:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops35h 18mIberia
Deal found 4/17$1,832
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.
dom. 6/17:00 amSJC - CPT
3 stops41h 30mUnited Airlines
dom. 6/88:00 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops35h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,957
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/296:15 amSJC - CPT
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/210:40 amCPT - SJC
3 stops56h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,965
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.
dom. 6/18:05 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops36h 45mDelta
dom. 6/88:05 pmCPT - SJC
1 stop32h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/17$2,903
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/3011:08 amSJC - GRJ
3 stops60h 47mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/311:10 amGRJ - SJC
3 stops40h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$3,294
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/257:00 amSJC - JNB
3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/237:00 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops34h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$4,902

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to South Africa 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 abril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to South Africa that are best for you.

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San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

mié. 6/25

7:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops40h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/23

7:00 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops51h 34m

$1,338

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

dom. 4/27

2:19 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 41m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 5/13

6:55 pm-6:17 pm

2 stops32h 22m

$1,488

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

mié. 6/25

1:32 pm-8:30 am

2 stops33h 58m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/23

9:55 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop31h 09m

$1,537

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

dom. 4/27

11:08 am-10:50 am

2 stops38h 42m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 5/13

1:00 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops42h 36m

$1,620

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

lun. 7/7

7:03 am-4:10 pm

2 stops48h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 7/24

1:55 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops36h 22m

$1,790

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

dom. 6/1

10:29 am-11:00 am

2 stops39h 31m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 6/8

6:55 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops35h 18m

$1,832

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

dom. 6/1

7:00 am-9:30 am

3 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 6/8

8:00 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops35h 39m

$1,957

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

mar. 4/29

6:15 am-10:50 am

2 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 5/2

10:40 am-9:52 am

3 stops56h 12m

$1,965

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

dom. 6/1

8:05 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 6/8

8:05 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$2,903

San JoseGeorge

SJC - GRJ

SJCGRJ

San Jose

mié. 4/30

11:08 am-8:55 am

3 stops60h 47m

George

sáb. 5/3

11:10 am-6:17 pm

3 stops40h 07m

$3,294

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/16

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Jose to South Africa 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 SJC to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.

When flying from San Jose to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated abril 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Jose to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Qatar Airways and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,554 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,676 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
7,012 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to South Africa?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to South Africa. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to South Africa one-way?

    $814 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and United Airlines, with prices starting from $816 and $1,093, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Jose to South Africa?

    Most travelers choose San Jose - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, San Jose - Johannesburg OR Tambo or San Jose - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from San Jose to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to South Africa 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 Jose to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Jose to South Africa 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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