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$696+ 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from San Diego to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or March, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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 julio 25, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cape Town?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 18%.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from San Diego to Cape Town at least 40 days early can save you up to 61% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 40 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Diego to Cape Town for as little as $1,521 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,846 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Cape Town?

October can be a great time to fly to Cape Town from San Diego with a flight ticket averaging about $1,611. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of October for as cheap as $1,234. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to CPT?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from San Diego to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap San Diego to Cape Town flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Cape Town specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on julio 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Cape Town in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
jue. 7/2510:29 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops33h 41mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/48:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops33h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$2,031
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 7/306:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mKLM
vie. 8/1611:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops28h 29mKLM
Deal found 7/23$2,115
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
lun. 7/2911:06 amSAN - CPT
2 stops25h 19mDelta
jue. 8/811:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops33h 29mDelta
Deal found 7/24$2,144
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 7/306:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mDelta
lun. 8/1911:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/23$2,194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
jue. 7/2510:29 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops33h 41mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/68:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$2,281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
jue. 8/16:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mDelta
lun. 8/1911:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/23$2,294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 7/306:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mDelta
jue. 8/1511:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops44h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/23$2,307
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
sáb. 7/278:05 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 55mBritish Airways
dom. 8/46:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/24$2,315
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
sáb. 7/275:15 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop32h 45mBritish Airways
sáb. 8/106:55 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops29h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/24$2,325

San Diego to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Cape Town in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/55:15 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops36h 15mBritish Airways
jue. 9/126:50 amCPT - SAN
2 stops41h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,068
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
dom. 9/16:15 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 55mKLM
lun. 9/3011:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 10mKLM
Deal found 7/24$1,245
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
lun. 12/29:55 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 50mEthiopian Air
mar. 12/101:50 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops36h 03mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/24$1,271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
jue. 9/510:29 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops33h 41mUnited Airlines
vie. 9/138:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops30h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,316
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
dom. 9/811:28 amSAN - CPT
2 stops38h 32mBritish Airways
mar. 9/176:50 amCPT - SAN
2 stops44h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
lun. 12/28:00 amSAN - CPT
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/108:50 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,342
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
sáb. 9/712:36 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops37h 24mBritish Airways
mié. 9/119:20 amCPT - SAN
2 stops42h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
lun. 12/22:10 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/108:50 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
jue. 9/198:40 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/276:55 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,365

San Diego to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from San Diego to Cape Town departing last-minute. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 7/306:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mKLM
vie. 8/1611:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops28h 29mKLM
Deal found 7/23$2,115
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 7/306:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mDelta
lun. 8/1911:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/23$2,194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
jue. 8/16:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mDelta
lun. 8/1911:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/23$2,294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 7/306:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mDelta
jue. 8/1511:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops44h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/23$2,307
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 7/302:00 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops36h 00mBritish Airways
lun. 8/196:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop32h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/23$2,336
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mié. 7/318:40 amSAN - CPT
3 stops44h 05mEthiopian Air
sáb. 8/172:35 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops33h 13mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/23$2,353
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mié. 7/3111:06 amSAN - CPT
2 stops25h 19mKLM
vie. 8/1611:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops28h 29mKLM
Deal found 7/23$2,380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
jue. 8/16:32 amSAN - CPT
2 stops29h 53mDelta
jue. 8/1511:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops44h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/23$2,407
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
mié. 7/319:24 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 21mEthiopian Air
sáb. 8/172:35 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops33h 13mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/24$2,414

One-way flights to Cape Town from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from San Diego to Cape Town can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from San Diego to Cape Town should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
jue. 8/228:22 amSAN - CPT
2 stops41h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$696
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
sáb. 8/246:07 pmSAN - CPT
3 stops55h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$710
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
sáb. 8/246:07 pmSAN - CPT
3 stops55h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$715
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
dom. 8/188:22 amSAN - CPT
2 stops41h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$743
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
dom. 8/187:59 pmSAN - CPT
3 stops53h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$747
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
sáb. 8/248:22 amSAN - CPT
2 stops41h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$759
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
jue. 8/227:59 pmSAN - CPT
3 stops53h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$785
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
jue. 8/228:40 amSAN - CPT
1 stop21h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/23$888
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
vie. 8/2310:40 pmSAN - CPT
3 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,017

Find flights from San Diego to Cape Town within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.

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$1,068 - $1,541

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San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

jue. 9/5

2 stops36h 15m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 9/12

2 stops41h 35m

$1,068

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

lun. 8/26

2 stops51h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 9/3

1 stop24h 01m

$1,165

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

dom. 9/1

2 stops29h 55m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 9/30

2 stops32h 10m

$1,245

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

lun. 12/2

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 12/10

3 stops36h 03m

$1,271

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

lun. 12/2

1 stop28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 12/10

1 stop24h 03m

$1,358

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

sáb. 1/18

1 stop21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 1/28

1 stop31h 05m

$1,427

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

vie. 8/23

2 stops32h 53m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 9/3

2 stops32h 35m

$1,469

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

mar. 1/14

3 stops38h 53m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 1/29

3 stops40h 27m

$1,501

San DiegoCape Town Intl

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

mar. 1/14

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 1/29

1 stop31h 20m

$1,541

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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, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Cape Town is 39 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.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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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Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 julio 25, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Lufthansa and KLM from San Diego to Cape Town have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

KLM
7.9
Good
1,417 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

SWISS
7.7
Good
1,799 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Qatar Airways
7.6
Good
4,159 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Cape Town are United Airlines ($888), American Airlines ($1,130), and Delta ($1,266).

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    The San Diego to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/24.

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    When booking a flight from San Diego to Cape Town, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, British Airways or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

  • 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 $1,276). Flying from San Diego to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,749). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
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LufthansaCheapest$1,232Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,241Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,242Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$1,330Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,339Average$1,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,438Average$1,708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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