Flights Cape Town - San Jose: Book with eDreams

Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
136% Trains are 136% more expensive in San Jose than in Cape Town.
Cape Town 20R
San Jose 47,25R
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
120% The average meal is 120% more expensive in San Jose than in Cape Town.
Cape Town 180R
San Jose 396,9R
Exchange rate
1 ZAR = 0.06 USD
1 USD = 18.76 ZAR
Last checked on 03 January 2025
Distance: 16434 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 18 kms
San Jose airports

Useful Information for Flights from Cape Town to San Jose

Planning a trip from Cape Town to San Jose? Booking flights to San Jose from Cape Town is easy with eDreams. Consider the time difference and possible jet lag.

Time Difference between Cape Town and San Jose

San Jose is 10 hours behind Cape Town. Remember to check for Daylight Saving Time changes during your travel dates, as this could affect the time difference. Book your flights to San Jose from Cape Town with eDreams today!

Best Time to Fly to San Jose

San Jose boasts a Mediterranean climate. Summers are dry and warm, while winters are mild and rainy. The best time for your visit is during the summer months, from June to September, when temperatures hover around 28°C. For budget travellers looking for flights to San Jose from Cape Town, consider visiting during the off-season (January-February or April-May) for lower prices. Book your flights to San Jose from Cape Town with eDreams today.

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the primary international airport and the second-busiest airport in South Africa. It's the main gateway for flights to San Jose from Cape Town and other international destinations. This airport acts as a major hub for travellers.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport is located about 20 kilometres from the city centre. It offers both domestic and international flights, connecting Cape Town to various destinations worldwide. As a key airport in the region, CPT handles numerous flights to San Jose from Cape Town and other global routes.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines that frequently offer flights from Cape Town to San Jose:

San Jose Airports

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Airport Information

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)

SJO is the main international airport serving San Jose, Costa Rica. It offers various facilities such as restaurants, shops, and currency exchange.

From SJO to San Jose city centre, you can take the Tuasa bus, also known as the big red bus. The journey takes approximately 35 minutes. Alternatively, taxis are readily available, offering a 30-minute ride to downtown San Jose. For those preferring train travel, take a bus or train to Alajuela station, followed by a train to San Jose's Atlantic Railroad station.

You can also book your car rental with eDreams in San Jose, directly on our platform.

Tobias Bolaños International Airport (SYQ)

SYQ is a smaller airport primarily serving domestic flights within Costa Rica. Find your flights to San Jose from Cape Town with eDreams.

From SYQ, taxis are the primary mode of transport to San Jose city centre.

You can also book your car rental with eDreams in San Jose, directly on our platform.

What to Do and See in San Jose

Planning your flights to San Jose from Cape Town? San Jose offers a blend of historical charm and modern attractions. Here's what you shouldn't miss:

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to San Jose

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Cape Town to San Jose, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to San Jose is Rnull. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is San Jose more expensive than Cape Town to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in San Jose costs about $ 66.15 ZAR, 176% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of $ 24.00 ZAR, while train tickets cost 136% more at San Jose: $ 47.25 ZAR versus $ 20.00 ZAR at Cape Town. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 396.90 ZAR in San Jose, 121% more than the 180.00 ZAR in Cape Town. The price of the coffee is around 205% more expensive in San Jose, with an average of 110.83 ZAR , while in Cape Town the coffee costs 36.39 ZAR.
How is the weather in San Jose compared to Cape Town?
While in Cape Town the temperatures can reach an average of 28.98 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9.0 mm ,San Jose's temperatures can go up to 33.0 ºC during the hot season, with 1.6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -1.28 ºC in San Jose, compared to the 4.54 ºC average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12.0 mm precipitation, while San Jose have an average of 9.0 mm rain level.

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