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$974+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to San Diego (SAN)

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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SAN
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to San Diego are usually found in March or October, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to San Diego (SAN). 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

$994
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,425
From Cape Town Intl to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Mon 7/287:50 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop34h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/47:45 amSAN - CPT
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/26$974
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.
Tue 9/98:05 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops33h 39mDelta
Tue 9/161:55 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop22h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/28$994
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/92:30 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/169:25 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,252
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:00 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop28h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 11/176:00 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,256
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/12:35 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops33h 26mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/2210:15 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/27$1,274
This Singapore 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:40 amCPT - SAN
3 stops54h 01mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/168:27 amSAN - CPT
3 stops39h 58mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,795

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to San Diego 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 Cape Town to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

8:05 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops33h 39m

San Diego

Tue 9/16

1:55 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$994

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

2:30 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops37h 55m

San Diego

Tue 9/16

9:25 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$1,252

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

10:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

San Diego

Mon 11/17

6:00 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$1,256

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

2:35 pm-3:01 pm

3 stops33h 26m

San Diego

Wed 10/22

10:15 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$1,274

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

3:20 pm-12:27 pm

2 stops30h 07m

San Diego

Wed 10/22

10:15 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,565

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

10:40 am-7:41 am

3 stops54h 01m

San Diego

Tue 9/16

8:27 am-9:25 am

3 stops39h 58m

$1,795

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

8:50 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops36h 34m

$2,416

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

9:30 am-3:45 pm

1 stop40h 15m

$3,251

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

10:40 am-11:40 pm

3 stops47h 00m

$3,798

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Deals found on 7/29

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to San Diego, you should look to book at least 24 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cape Town to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 CPT to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to San Diego. 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 morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Cape Town to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to San Diego, such as Singapore Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
7,979 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
8,896 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
803 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,208 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to San Diego is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $994 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at $1,256 and $1,274 round-trip. Delta is 16% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $2,416 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $3,251 and Singapore Airlines from $3,798 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cape Town to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Cape Town to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to San Diego. 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$919Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$932Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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