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Cheap flights from Cape Town to San José from R16 064

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SJO
may. 30 — jun. 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 abril 2026.

dom. 17/519:30
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops58h 50m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 26/519:25
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R26 245
jue. 4/614:15
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops31h 50m
SWISS
vie. 12/615:50
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops37h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 25/4R28 361
jue. 4/613:15
CPT
-
SJO
3 stops51h 15m
Multiple Airlines
vie. 12/616:35
SJO
-
CPT
3 stops58h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R30 394
dom. 17/523:15
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop25h 05m
KLM
mar. 26/518:25
SJO
-
CPT
1 stop43h 00m
KLM
Deal found 27/4R31 061
lun. 18/515:10
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 25/514:40
SJO
-
CPT
3 stops58h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R31 111
mié. 28/1020:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop30h 03m
United Airlines
dom. 1/119:40
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops46h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/4R32 960
lun. 18/519:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop23h 48m
United Airlines
lun. 25/512:44
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops60h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/4R38 109

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R26 245

One-way from

R16 064

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R20 296
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 17/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 88h 55m total
  • Cape Town to San José
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JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Cape Town to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R21 590 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 654 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

dom. 17/5

19:30-22:20

2 stops58h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 26/5

19:25-9:30

1 stop30h 05m

R26 245

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 4/6

13:15-8:30

3 stops51h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 12/6

16:35-11:30

3 stops58h 55m

R30 394

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

dom. 17/5

23:15-16:20

1 stop25h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 26/5

18:25-21:25

1 stop43h 00m

R31 061

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

lun. 18/5

15:10-17:10

2 stops34h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 25/5

14:40-9:30

3 stops58h 50m

R31 111

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

lun. 18/5

19:50-11:38

1 stop23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 25/5

12:44-9:30

2 stops60h 46m

R38 109
Fastest return journey

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 4/6

19:50-11:38

1 stop23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 12/6

12:44-15:20

2 stops42h 36m

R40 376

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

vie. 26/6

13:15-15:05

2 stops33h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 10/7

12:25-11:30

3 stops39h 05m

R43 875
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 16/5

19:30-22:20

2 stops34h 50m

R16 064

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 16/5

15:05-15:40

3 stops56h 35m

R18 930

Cape TownSan José

CPT - SJO

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 16/5

22:45-12:55

1 stop46h 10m

R24 679

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to San José?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San José (average of R20 296). Flying from Cape Town to San José in January is currently the most expensive (average of R31 694). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to San José?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 30 abril 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Cape Town to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 677 reviews
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Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 677 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 677 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as R28 361, SWISS can have you in San José from Cape Town in 31h 50m. Cape Town and San José are separated by a distance of 11795 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to San José round-trip?

    Currently priced at R19 225, United Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to San José and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to San José 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 Cape Town to San José?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San José (average of R20 296). Flying from Cape Town to San José in January is currently the most expensive (average of R31 694). 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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Top airline flying from Cape Town to San José

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cape Town to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 abril 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR19 225AverageR21 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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