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$694+ 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — JNB
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,292
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$694
(Kiwi.com)
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 March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/298:30 amSJC - JNB
2 stops24h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/117:00 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,292
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/298:30 amSJC - JNB
3 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/117:00 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/291:05 pmSJC - JNB
1 stop21h 35mDelta
Sun 5/116:50 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops29h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,439
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 11/1912:22 pmSJC - JNB
2 stops33h 08mBritish Airways
Tue 12/210:05 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops33h 58mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,464
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 8/241:00 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops36h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/71:00 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops38h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,503
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/96:15 amSJC - JNB
2 stops30h 05mKLM
Sat 4/1211:15 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops30h 08mKLM
Deal found 3/27$1,724
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 9/186:00 amSJC - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 10/81:55 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops39h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,745
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1012:48 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops37h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/176:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops36h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,764
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/104:30 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops33h 30mBritish Airways
Sat 5/172:00 pmCPT - SJC
3 stops40h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,855
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/106:25 amSJC - CPT
1 stop26h 25mDelta
Sat 5/1711:15 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops31h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/26$1,919
This Yatra.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Yatra.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:15 amSJC - DUR
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 7/2212:05 pmDUR - SJC
2 stops43h 34mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,978
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/127:00 amSJC - CPT
3 stops49h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/248:00 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops35h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$2,022

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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 March 28, 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

Tue 4/29

8:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

7:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,292

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Tue 4/29

8:30 am-8:35 am

3 stops39h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

7:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,344

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Tue 4/29

1:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

6:50 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$1,439

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Sun 4/27

6:15 am-10:50 am

2 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/11

1:00 pm-6:17 pm

2 stops38h 17m

$1,508

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 4/9

6:15 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/12

11:15 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops30h 08m

$1,724

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Thu 9/18

6:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops49h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/8

1:55 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops39h 47m

$1,745

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Sat 5/10

12:48 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/17

6:55 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops36h 51m

$1,764

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Sat 5/10

4:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/17

2:00 pm-9:05 pm

3 stops40h 05m

$1,855

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Sat 5/10

6:25 am-5:50 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/17

11:15 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$1,919

San JoseDurban

SJC - DUR

SJCDUR

San Jose

Wed 6/11

6:15 am-10:35 am

2 stops43h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/22

12:05 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops43h 34m

$1,978

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/28

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Jose to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and Qatar Airways. 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
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
7,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
3,538 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
6,956 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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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?

    $798 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Lufthansa. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and United Airlines, with prices starting from $825 and $1,090, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Jose - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, San Jose - Cape Town Intl or San Jose - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to South Africa?

    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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