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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Jose.991 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 991 €, select.
San Jose.997 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 997 €, select.
San Jose.1.002 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.002 €, select.
San Jose.1.222 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.222 €, select.
San Jose.1.755 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.755 €, select.
San Jose.1.797 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.797 €, select.
San Jose.2.086 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 14 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.086 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in February.
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Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

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Cape Town to San Jose: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria is 991 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria. But we found flights with one or more stops from 991 €.
As of November 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose eight hours behind Cape Town.

  • To ensure you get on your CPT to SJO flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CPT and SJO include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Right now, 564 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 991 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CPT to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CPT to SJO.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • 81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from CPT.

  • Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Jose. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.

When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • San Jose is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.

  • Alajuela is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without a visit to La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.

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