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$979+ 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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 February, 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 June 12, 2025.

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$979
(Delta)

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June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,416
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 June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/2511:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops29h 41mDelta
Fri 8/19:30 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop35h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$979
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2711:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops31h 00mKLM
Sun 8/31:55 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops34h 50mKLM
Deal found 6/12$1,060
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/278:00 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop33h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/36:15 amSAN - CPT
2 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,071
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:15 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/3112:35 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,085
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 10/12:35 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops33h 26mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/2210:30 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops30h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$1,563
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 10/110:40 amCPT - SAN
3 stops54h 01mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/227:15 amSAN - CPT
3 stops41h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,841
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/16:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop32h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 10/224:40 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop33h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,867
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/273:55 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops37h 55mSWISS
Sun 8/36:35 amSAN - CPT
3 stops49h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/12$2,068
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/266:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop28h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/24:40 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop33h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,159

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to San Diego that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/25

11:15 pm-7:56 pm

2 stops29h 41m

San Diego

Fri 8/1

9:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop35h 20m

$979

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/27

11:15 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops31h 00m

San Diego

Sun 8/3

1:55 pm-9:45 am

2 stops34h 50m

$1,060

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/27

8:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop33h 40m

San Diego

Sun 8/3

6:15 am-5:10 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,071

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

10:30 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$1,563

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

10:40 am-7:41 am

3 stops54h 01m

San Diego

Wed 10/22

7:15 am-9:25 am

3 stops41h 10m

$1,841

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

6:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop32h 05m

San Diego

Wed 10/22

4:40 pm-11:00 am

1 stop33h 20m

$1,867

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/27

3:55 pm-8:50 pm

3 stops37h 55m

San Diego

Sun 8/3

6:35 am-4:45 pm

3 stops49h 10m

$2,068

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/26

6:55 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 55m

San Diego

Sat 8/2

4:40 pm-11:00 am

1 stop33h 20m

$2,159

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/24

1:05 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$1,136

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/24

8:05 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$1,187

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 9, 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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 $979 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and United Airlines, starting at $1,060 and $1,071 round-trip. Delta is 19% 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 $1,136 on Emirates. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $1,187 and United Airlines from $1,202 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$919Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$932Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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