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$786+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — JNB
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Fri 11/284:30 pmSJC - JNB
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/57:35 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops34h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,150
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/2212:46 pmSJC - JNB
2 stops32h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/110:00 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops32h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$1,161
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Mon 11/36:35 amSJC - JNB
1 stop26h 25mDelta
Sun 11/99:55 pmJNB - SJC
1 stop35h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/14$1,237
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 11/46:15 amSJC - CPT
2 stops42h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 11/1812:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops41h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/14$1,299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/411:15 amSJC - JNB
2 stops24h 50mDelta
Sun 11/911:59 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops30h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/14$1,315
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Wed 11/510:48 amSJC - JNB
2 stops31h 07mQatar Airways
Thu 11/131:45 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops38h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/14$1,394
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Fri 11/286:00 amSJC - CPT
2 stops44h 10mIberia
Fri 12/56:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops35h 33mIberia
Deal found 10/14$1,450
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1512:40 pmSJC - JNB
2 stops42h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 11/191:45 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops38h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/14$1,458
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Wed 10/291:00 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops36h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 12/412:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops34h 49mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/14$1,476
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Tue 11/410:48 amSJC - CPT
2 stops37h 42mQatar Airways
Thu 12/412:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops42h 01mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/13$1,477
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Wed 11/1210:48 amSJC - CPT
2 stops37h 42mQatar Airways
Tue 11/2512:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops42h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/14$1,483
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 11/1110:48 amSJC - CPT
2 stops37h 42mQatar Airways
Tue 11/2512:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops42h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/14$1,484

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated October 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,161
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$786
(oojo)
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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

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-7:35 am

2 stops39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/4

10:00 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$1,161

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

2:37 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

10:00 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,161

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Sun 3/8

8:10 am-10:30 am

2 stops41h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/16

7:00 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops33h 04m

$1,202

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Mon 11/3

6:35 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/9

9:55 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop35h 01m

$1,237

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Fri 1/30

9:05 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

12:35 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops40h 29m

$1,240

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Thu 2/12

8:10 am-10:30 am

2 stops40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

12:35 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops43h 28m

$1,240

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

10:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:40 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops36h 09m

$1,253

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 2/11

10:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

11:59 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops58h 00m

$1,257

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Tue 11/4

11:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/9

9:55 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop35h 01m

$1,278

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 2/11

6:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

7:20 pm-9:06 pm

2 stops35h 46m

$1,287

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South Africa (average of $956). Flying from San Jose, California to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). 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 October 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Jose, California to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

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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.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to South Africa?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Delta fly from San Jose, California to South Africa in about 26h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 55m. There are 10523 mi between San Jose, California and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $786. American Airlines flights start at $831 while deals on British Airways start at $1,074 one-way.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South Africa (average of $956). Flying from San Jose, California to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). 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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