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$924+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CPT
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or February, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,269
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$924
(Gurufare)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,875
From San Diego to Cape Town Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:40 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/224:35 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,269
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 11/156:00 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 11/2210:00 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop28h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,270
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/710:30 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/227:50 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop26h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,332
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/259:45 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/82:35 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops33h 28mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/27$1,361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 11/1512:43 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops33h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/2210:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops33h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,377
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/129:30 amSAN - CPT
2 stops40h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 9/191:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops39h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,398
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2810:00 amSAN - CPT
2 stops26h 25mKLM
Wed 9/311:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops27h 50mKLM
Deal found 7/27$1,430
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/126:20 amSAN - CPT
2 stops30h 05mDelta
Fri 9/198:05 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop31h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/28$1,443
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2312:50 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop20h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 2/229:30 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop33h 26mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/27$1,521

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cape Town that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Cape Town

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Depart

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San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sun 9/7

8:40 pm-11:50 am

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/22

4:35 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops32h 59m

$1,269

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 11/15

6:00 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$1,270

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sun 9/7

10:30 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/22

7:50 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,332

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Mon 8/25

9:45 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/8

2:35 pm-3:03 pm

3 stops33h 28m

$1,361

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 11/15

12:43 pm-8:00 am

2 stops33h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$1,377

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 9/12

9:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/19

1:00 pm-7:03 pm

2 stops39h 03m

$1,398

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 8/28

10:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/3

11:15 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,430

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Fri 9/12

6:20 am-9:25 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/19

8:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,443

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sun 11/23

12:50 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

9:30 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop33h 26m

$1,521

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Mon 8/18

10:00 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$924

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Cape Town is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from San Diego to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 SAN to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 July 29, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from San Diego to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Delta, and KLM from San Diego to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,270, British Airways will fly you from San Diego to Cape Town and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,332 and $1,361, respectively. Users have found that British Airways is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Cape Town are Ethiopian Air ($924), Singapore Airlines ($1,141), and United Airlines ($1,183).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego 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 Diego to Cape Town.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from San Diego to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,064Average$1,907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,086Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,231Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$1,424Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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