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$861+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — CPT
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Cape Town

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Antonio to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 1/176:01 pmSAT - CPT
2 stops32h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/308:50 pmCPT - SAT
2 stops30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 1/174:29 pmSAT - CPT
1 stop18h 46mDelta
Fri 1/309:30 pmCPT - SAT
1 stop30h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 1/3112:15 pmSAT - CPT
1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/78:50 pmCPT - SAT
2 stops28h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,497
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 3/228:08 pmSAT - CPT
2 stops31h 22mQatar Airways
Fri 4/101:15 pmCPT - SAT
2 stops31h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,502
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/217:00 pmSAT - CPT
2 stops53h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 1/258:35 pmCPT - SAT
2 stops27h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,588
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 5/134:55 pmSAT - CPT
2 stops35h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/186:50 pmCPT - SAT
2 stops32h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 3/2212:17 pmSAT - CPT
2 stops21h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/108:00 pmCPT - SAT
1 stop22h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,542

Find flight deals from San Antonio to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,209
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$861
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,353
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio to Cape Town 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Cape Town that are best for you.

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San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Sat 1/17

6:01 pm-10:20 am

2 stops32h 19m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

8:50 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,209

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Wed 5/13

4:55 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/18

6:50 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$1,341

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Sat 1/17

4:29 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

9:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$1,473

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Sat 1/31

12:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/7

8:50 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$1,497

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Sun 3/22

8:08 pm-10:30 am

2 stops31h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/10

1:15 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops31h 17m

$1,502

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Sun 3/22

12:17 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops21h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/10

8:00 pm-11:02 am

1 stop22h 02m

$1,542

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Wed 1/21

7:00 pm-8:05 am

2 stops53h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

8:35 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,588

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Thu 1/8

7:14 pm-11:50 am

3 stops56h 36m

$861

San AntonioCape Town

SAT - CPT

SATCPT

San Antonio

Thu 1/8

12:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$1,273

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Deals found on 12/17

Compare providers for flights from San Antonio to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Antonio to Cape Town in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Antonio-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Antonio-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Antonio-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Antonio to Cape Town?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Cape Town (average of $1,207). Flying from San Antonio to Cape Town in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 SAT to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Antonio to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Antonio to Cape Town, such as Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Antonio to Cape Town?

    Departing from San Antonio to Cape Town will take you 18h 46m. There are 8779 mi between San Antonio and Cape Town. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Cape Town round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,436, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Antonio to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. United Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Antonio to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Antonio to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Antonio to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio to Cape Town 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 Antonio to Cape Town?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Cape Town (average of $1,207). Flying from San Antonio to Cape Town in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from San Antonio to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,436Average$1,779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,764Average$2,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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