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$682+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to South Africa

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SJC — JNB
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Fri 12/5
Fri 12/12
1 adult, Economy
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/211:16 amSJC - JNB
2 stops35h 24mQatar Airways
Tue 12/91:45 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops33h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,456
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 11/1811:06 amSJC - JNB
2 stops34h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/2110:00 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops32h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,480
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/611:08 amSJC - CPT
2 stops44h 22mQatar Airways
Sat 12/2012:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops45h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,563
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 11/246:15 amSJC - JNB
2 stops40h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 12/68:20 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/2$1,605
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/110:21 amSJC - JNB
2 stops36h 19mQatar Airways
Wed 12/108:20 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops32h 56mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,652
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/36:18 amSJC - CPT
2 stops42h 12mQatar Airways
Wed 12/1012:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops40h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,652
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/2710:21 amSJC - CPT
2 stops45h 04mQatar Airways
Thu 12/1112:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops41h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,655
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/66:18 amSJC - JNB
2 stops47h 17mQatar Airways
Sun 12/141:45 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops39h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,674
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 12/511:16 amSJC - CPT
2 stops44h 09mQatar Airways
Fri 12/1212:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops44h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,691
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/266:15 amSJC - CPT
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 12/1012:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops37h 19mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,695
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 12/56:15 amSJC - JNB
2 stops40h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 12/261:45 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops38h 41mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,708
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 11/206:30 amSJC - CPT
2 stops23h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/208:50 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops26h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,739

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to South Africa

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Round-trip from

$1,084
(KLM)

One-way from

$682
(oojo)
From San Jose to South Africa
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San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

2:06 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops36h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:20 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$1,084

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 2/4

8:05 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

11:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,103

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 2/11

8:05 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

11:59 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops50h 11m

$1,103

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

11:59 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops30h 54m

$1,103

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 2/4

6:20 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

11:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,103

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Thu 2/5

6:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

11:59 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,103

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Thu 2/5

9:05 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/19

12:35 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops43h 28m

$1,193

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Thu 3/5

10:05 am-10:30 am

2 stops38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

12:35 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$1,193

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Wed 3/4

8:10 am-10:30 am

2 stops40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/18

12:35 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops42h 29m

$1,193

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Mon 2/2

6:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops49h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/16

12:35 pm-4:44 pm

2 stops38h 09m

$1,196

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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 $1,300). 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 November 5, 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 KLM, Delta, and Qatar Airways fly from San Jose, California to South Africa in about 36h 04m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 21m. 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 $682. British Airways flights start at $1,074 while deals on Lufthansa start at $1,353 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo or San Jose - Cape Town Intl 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 $1,300). 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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