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Cheap flights from Cape Town to San José from R16 123

CPT — SJO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to San José

Sat 21/119:30 -
2 stops42h 23m
Sat 28/1114:15 -
2 stops43h 45m
Deal found 24/10R23 171
Tue 24/1120:40 -
2 stops32h 17m
Mon 30/1113:59 -
2 stops34h 06m
Deal found 21/10R24 301
Thu 3/1215:40 -
3 stops32h 40m
Thu 10/121:55 -
3 stops26h 45m
Deal found 25/10R25 847
Thu 3/1220:50 -
2 stops48h 10m
Fri 11/1213:55 -
2 stops60h 40m
Deal found 25/10R26 745
Sat 21/118:30 -
2 stops65h 00m
Sat 28/1118:20 -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 24/10R30 551
Mon 23/110:30 -
1 stop25h 00m
Mon 30/1118:20 -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 23/10R32 828
Thu 3/1219:10 -
1 stop32h 05m
Fri 11/1221:00 -
1 stop29h 35m
Deal found 25/10R33 493

Find flight deals from Cape Town to San José

Round-trip from

R23 171

One-way from

R16 123

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R19 597
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/11-28/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 76h 55m total
  • Cape Town to San José
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5/11-31/12
  • 5/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Cape Town to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R16 176 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R24 049 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

15:40-16:20

2 stops32h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R17 087

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

14:00-16:40

2 stops34h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 500

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/11

20:40-16:40

1 stop28h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R21 342

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

9:30-19:53

2 stops42h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/11

14:15-18:00

2 stops43h 45m

R23 171

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/11

20:40-20:57

2 stops32h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 30/11

13:59-8:05

2 stops34h 06m

R24 301
Fastest return journey

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

20:50-12:42

1 stop23h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R26 030

Cape TownSan José

CPT Cape Town Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CPTSJO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

20:50-13:00

2 stops48h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/12

13:55-10:35

2 stops60h 40m

R26 745

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San José (average of R19 597). Flying from Cape Town to San José in March is currently the most expensive (average of R43 034). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

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
7,3
Good
10 440 reviews
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Overall

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Had to go through TSA again, already purchased bottle drink. TSA would not let through, United changed gates last minute. This experience bad for everyone. Staff rude, not our fault. Staff from Chicago to Wichita excellent!
United Airlines
7,3
Good
10 440 reviews
United Airlines
7,3
Good
10 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Had to go through TSA again, already purchased bottle drink. TSA would not let through, United changed gates last minute. This experience bad for everyone. Staff rude, not our fault. Staff from Chicago to Wichita excellent!

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as R24 301, United Airlines can have you in San José from Cape Town in 32h 17m. Cape Town and San José are separated by a distance of 11795 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at R19 374, 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 28% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San José (average of R19 597). Flying from Cape Town to San José in March is currently the most expensive (average of R43 034). 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

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United AirlinesCheapestR19 374AverageR21 047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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