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$628+ 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — JNB
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to South Africa

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 December 8, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/3010:24 amSJC - CPT
2 stops38h 06mQatar Airways
Tue 1/1312:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops38h 33mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/8$1,893
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:18 amSJC - CPT
2 stops42h 12mQatar Airways
Sun 12/146:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops30h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/6$2,314
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/292:06 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops41h 19mQatar Airways
Mon 1/127:00 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops32h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,341
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2010:53 amSJC - CPT
2 stops39h 17mIberia
Tue 12/236:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops38h 04mIberia
Deal found 12/6$2,383
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/192:01 pmSJC - CPT
2 stops60h 09mBritish Airways
Mon 12/2210:10 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops30h 16mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/5$2,520
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1111:16 amSJC - CPT
2 stops44h 09mQatar Airways
Thu 12/1812:35 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops41h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,573
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/316:15 amSJC - CPT
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 1/106:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops52h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/8$2,793
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/2810:53 amSJC - CPT
2 stops37h 37mQatar Airways
Sun 1/116:55 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops32h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/6$2,880
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/2012:31 pmSJC - CPT
1 stop20h 44mDelta
Tue 12/238:50 pmCPT - SJC
2 stops35h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/6$4,206
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:20 amSJC - CPT
2 stops29h 35mDelta
Mon 12/229:30 pmCPT - SJC
1 stop31h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/5$4,246
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2010:24 amSJC - JNB
2 stops36h 16mQatar Airways
Mon 12/291:45 pmJNB - SJC
2 stops38h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$4,679
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/208:59 amSJC - GRJ
3 stops47h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/238:35 amGRJ - SJC
3 stops43h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$4,688

Find flight deals from San Jose to South Africa

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Round-trip from

$1,076
(KLM)

One-way from

$628
(oojo)
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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 December 8, 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

Thu 1/22

2:06 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

8:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops58h 45m

$1,059

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Thu 1/22

2:06 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops36h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

11:59 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops31h 29m

$1,076

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

10:45 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:20 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops35h 58m

$1,085

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

10:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:20 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,104

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Thu 1/22

10:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

7:20 pm-10:12 pm

2 stops36h 52m

$1,104

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/28

8:40 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

7:45 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops51h 54m

$1,123

San JosePort Elizabeth

SJC - PLZ

SJCPLZ

San Jose

Wed 1/21

8:40 am-3:05 pm

3 stops44h 25m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 1/28

3:45 pm-8:56 pm

3 stops39h 11m

$1,218

San JosePort Elizabeth

SJC - PLZ

SJCPLZ

San Jose

Thu 1/22

8:40 am-1:00 pm

3 stops42h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 1/29

7:00 am-8:56 pm

3 stops47h 56m

$1,275

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Tue 1/27

9:05 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

12:35 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops41h 29m

$1,370

San JoseCape Town

SJC - CPT

SJCCPT

San Jose

Mon 1/26

6:15 am-10:30 am

2 stops42h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/9

7:00 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops32h 08m

$1,370

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South Africa (average of $800). Flying from San Jose, California to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 December 8, 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, Lufthansa, 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 8h 21m. There are 10523 mi between San Jose, California and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South Africa (average of $800). Flying from San Jose, California to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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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