San Diego

$664+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to San Diego (SAN)

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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SAN
oct. 11 — oct. 181
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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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$992
(Delta)

One-way from

$664
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,256
From Cape Town Intl to San Diego
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($135 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 septiembre 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/111:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops28h 51mDelta
mié. 10/223:15 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/11$992
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/269:30 amCPT - SAN
2 stops43h 35mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/210:30 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$995
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/269:30 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop34h 44mDelta
dom. 11/210:30 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop34h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/11$1,033
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/248:00 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops32h 46mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/317:50 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,086
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/56:55 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop31h 15mBritish Airways
dom. 11/91:23 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops32h 42mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,156
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/269:30 amCPT - SAN
3 stops45h 50mSWISS
dom. 11/210:51 amSAN - CPT
2 stops58h 39mSWISS
Deal found 9/11$1,614
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/12:35 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops57h 26mEthiopian Air
mié. 10/2210:15 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11$1,934
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/261:50 pmCPT - SAN
3 stops58h 38mEthiopian Air
dom. 11/210:00 pmSAN - CPT
3 stops53h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11$1,938

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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

mié. 10/1

11:15 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops33h 27m

San Diego

mié. 10/22

3:15 pm-7:55 am

2 stops31h 40m

$992

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/26

9:30 am-8:05 pm

2 stops43h 35m

San Diego

dom. 11/2

10:30 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$995

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/26

9:30 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop34h 44m

San Diego

dom. 11/2

10:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$1,033

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

vie. 10/24

8:00 pm-7:46 pm

2 stops32h 46m

San Diego

vie. 10/31

6:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,086

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

mié. 11/5

6:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

San Diego

dom. 11/9

1:23 pm-8:05 am

2 stops32h 42m

$1,156

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/26

9:30 am-10:20 pm

3 stops45h 50m

San Diego

dom. 11/2

10:51 am-7:30 am

2 stops58h 39m

$1,614

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/23

2:30 pm-7:28 pm

3 stops37h 58m

$664

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/23

6:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,327

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

mié. 11/12

7:55 am-6:11 pm

2 stops44h 16m

$2,432

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

mié. 11/12

8:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$4,389

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

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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 August 29, 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 septiembre 11, 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to San Diego, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to San Diego?

    Departing from Cape Town to San Diego will take you 33h 27m. There are 9898 mi between Cape Town and San Diego. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 $932 on this airline. Delta is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 airline flying from Cape Town to San Diego

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DeltaCheapest$932Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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