$758+ 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SAN
May 11 — May 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to San DiegoExplore 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 April 11, 2026.
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 April 11, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Tue 10/138:05 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops35h 50m
Delta
Sat 10/3110:00 am
SAN
- CPT
2 stops24h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/11![Delta logo]()
$1,220
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/94:35 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops38h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/42:15 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,334
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 10/16:50 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Sun 10/47:40 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 4/9![British Airways logo]()
$1,344
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/227:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops33h 37m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/297:00 am
SAN
- CPT
2 stops44h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,478
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops52h 08m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/19:37 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops54h 18m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,520
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Tue 10/138:00 pm
CPT
- SAN
3 stops32h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 10/314:10 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops30h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,535
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/94:35 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops59h 27m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/411:51 am
SAN
- CPT
2 stops38h 59m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,562
Best flights from Cape Town to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:50 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Sun 10/47:40 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops39h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 4/10![British Airways logo]()
$1,344
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/227:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops33h 37m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/297:00 am
SAN
- CPT
2 stops44h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,478
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/911:15 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Tue 8/41:40 pm
SAN
- CPT
1 stop22h 45m
KLM
Deal found 4/9![KLM logo]()
$1,643
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Fri 5/227:40 am
CPT
- SAN
1 stop37h 10m
Delta
Fri 5/297:15 am
SAN
- CPT
2 stops29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/7![Delta logo]()
$1,670
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops52h 08m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/19:37 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops54h 18m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,520
Last-minute flights from Cape Town to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to San Diego. Data last updated April 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to San Diego. Data last updated April 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/227:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops33h 37m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/297:00 am
SAN
- CPT
2 stops44h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,478
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Fri 5/227:40 am
CPT
- SAN
1 stop37h 10m
Delta
Fri 5/297:15 am
SAN
- CPT
2 stops29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/7![Delta logo]()
$1,670
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/226:50 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Fri 5/294:45 pm
SAN
- CPT
1 stop33h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 4/7![British Airways logo]()
$2,529
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/223:25 pm
CPT
- SAN
3 stops56h 38m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/299:45 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops31h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,748
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops52h 08m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/19:37 pm
SAN
- CPT
2 stops54h 18m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,520
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/259:00 am
CPT
- SAN
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/17:40 pm
SAN
- CPT
1 stop30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,287
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/256:50 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Mon 6/17:40 pm
SAN
- CPT
1 stop30h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 4/10![British Airways logo]()
$3,303
One-way flights from Cape Town to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from Cape Town to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 9/172:25 pm
CPT
- SAN
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$758
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 9/132:25 pm
CPT
- SAN
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$763
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Tue 9/159:05 pm
CPT
- SAN
3 stops50h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$790
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops52h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$793
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/164:35 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops35h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$844
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Fri 9/1812:30 pm
CPT
- SAN
3 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$845
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 9/144:35 pm
CPT
- SAN
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$880
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1311:15 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Deal found 4/8![KLM logo]()
$973
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:15 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Deal found 4/8![KLM logo]()
$1,026
Find 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 April 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 2 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,305 (flightsite.co.za) |
One-way from | $758 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,143 |
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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 April 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to San Diego that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/1
6:50 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop29h 05m
San Diego
Sun 10/4
7:40 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops39h 15m
$1,344
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Fri 5/22
7:30 pm-8:07 pm
2 stops33h 37m
San Diego
Fri 5/29
7:00 am-12:55 pm
2 stops44h 55m
$1,478
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Mon 5/25
7:30 pm-2:38 pm
2 stops52h 08m
San Diego
Mon 6/1
9:37 pm-12:55 pm
2 stops54h 18m
$1,520
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/9
11:15 pm-11:50 am
1 stop45h 35m
San Diego
Tue 8/4
1:40 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop22h 45m
$1,643
Quickest round-trip
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Fri 5/22
7:40 am-11:50 am
1 stop37h 10m
San Diego
Fri 5/29
7:15 am-9:25 pm
2 stops29h 10m
$1,670
Cheapest one-way
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Mon 5/25
7:30 pm-2:38 pm
2 stops52h 08m
$793
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Mon 9/14
7:40 am-11:50 am
1 stop37h 10m
$973
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Mon 5/25
7:40 am-11:50 am
1 stop37h 10m
$1,555
Quickest one-way
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Sun 9/13
6:25 pm-6:35 pm
2 stops33h 10m
$2,501
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Mon 9/21
7:40 am-11:50 am
1 stop37h 10m
$2,857
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- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago 90-95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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 Cape Town-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to San Diego?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San Diego (average of $790). Flying from Cape Town to San Diego in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,198). 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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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 April 11, 2026.
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.
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$977 | Average$1,069 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |