$883+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Cape Town (CPT)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CPT
Oct 9 — Oct 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 9, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/228:00 am -
1 stop24h 50m
Thu 10/298:50 pm -
1 stop31h 46m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$1,401
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2310:00 pm -
2 stops35h 35m
Fri 10/307:30 am -
1 stop38h 40m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$1,437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/76:15 am -
1 stop26h 35m
Fri 9/258:05 pm -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$1,526
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/910:05 pm -
2 stops38h 20m
Sun 10/1811:15 pm -
1 stop45h 35m
Deal found 9/4![KLM logo]()
$1,530
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 9/94:23 pm -
2 stops40h 27m
Tue 9/158:05 pm -
2 stops30h 54m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$1,531
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sun 9/209:45 pm -
1 stop35h 05m
Tue 9/298:05 pm -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$1,532
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/182:00 pm -
1 stop42h 50m
Tue 9/298:05 pm -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$1,535
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/910:54 am -
2 stops25h 31m
Tue 9/1511:15 pm -
1 stop45h 35m
Deal found 9/7![KLM logo]()
$1,538
Best flights from San Diego to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/226:15 am -
2 stops26h 35m
Thu 10/298:50 pm -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$1,406
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/305:35 pm -
1 stop28h 05m
Fri 12/118:50 pm -
2 stops34h 18m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,626
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 9/1612:08 pm -
2 stops44h 22m
Thu 2/2512:35 pm -
2 stops39h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,663
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Mon 9/2112:50 pm -
1 stop20h 00m
Sat 9/2611:15 pm -
2 stops54h 22m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$1,566
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Mon 11/231:36 pm -
2 stops36h 29m
Fri 2/195:20 pm -
2 stops37h 41m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,749
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Wed 9/163:20 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Thu 2/258:50 pm -
1 stop26h 18m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$1,681
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 10/110:56 am -
1 stop21h 54m
Tue 12/158:50 pm -
1 stop29h 38m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$1,734
Last-minute flights from San Diego to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Cape Town. Data last updated September 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Cape Town. Data last updated September 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 9/94:23 pm -
2 stops40h 27m
Tue 9/158:05 pm -
2 stops30h 54m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$1,531
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/910:54 am -
2 stops25h 31m
Tue 9/1511:15 pm -
1 stop45h 35m
Deal found 9/7![KLM logo]()
$1,538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:56 am -
1 stop21h 54m
Tue 9/228:05 pm -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$1,526
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/182:00 pm -
1 stop42h 50m
Tue 9/298:05 pm -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$1,535
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sun 9/209:45 pm -
1 stop35h 05m
Tue 9/298:05 pm -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$1,532
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/910:05 pm -
2 stops38h 20m
Sun 10/1811:15 pm -
1 stop45h 35m
Deal found 9/4![KLM logo]()
$1,530
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/228:00 am -
1 stop24h 50m
Thu 10/298:50 pm -
1 stop31h 46m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$1,401
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2310:00 pm -
2 stops35h 35m
Fri 10/307:30 am -
1 stop38h 40m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$1,437
One-way flights from San Diego to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/239:56 pm -
2 stops38h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$883
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/235:35 pm -
1 stop28h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/219:01 pm -
3 stops52h 54m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,730
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/217:32 am -
2 stops42h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Iberia logo]()
$1,995
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2011:30 am -
2 stops34h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,130
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/204:14 pm -
2 stops57h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![British Airways logo]()
$2,201
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/217:40 pm -
1 stop30h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Finnair logo]()
$2,267
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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 September 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,401 (Delta) |
One-way from | $883 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,703 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Mon 11/23
9:56 pm-10:05 pm
2 stops38h 09m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$883
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Mon 11/23
5:35 pm-7:40 am
1 stop28h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,172
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Thu 10/22
6:15 am-5:50 pm
2 stops26h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/29
8:50 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop28h 35m
$1,406
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Mon 9/21
12:50 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop20h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 9/26
11:15 pm-8:37 pm
2 stops54h 22m
$1,566
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Mon 11/30
5:35 pm-7:40 am
1 stop28h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 12/11
8:50 pm-9:08 pm
2 stops34h 18m
$1,626
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Wed 9/16
12:08 pm-5:30 pm
2 stops44h 22m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 2/25
12:35 pm-5:55 pm
2 stops39h 20m
$1,663
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Wed 9/16
3:20 pm-5:50 pm
2 stops41h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 2/25
8:50 pm-1:08 pm
1 stop26h 18m
$1,681
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Mon 9/21
9:01 pm-10:55 am
3 stops52h 54m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,730
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Thu 10/1
10:56 am-5:50 pm
1 stop21h 54m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 12/15
8:50 pm-4:28 pm
1 stop29h 38m
$1,734
San DiegoCape Town
SAN San Diego - CPT Cape Town Intl
SANCPT
San Diego
Mon 11/23
1:36 pm-12:05 pm
2 stops36h 29m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 2/19
5:20 pm-9:01 pm
2 stops37h 41m
$1,749
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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 Diego to Cape Town in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Diego-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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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 September 9, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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.
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,276 | Average$2,046 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,291 | Average$1,800 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,632 | Average$1,648 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |