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Cheap flights from San Diego to Cape Town from R15 349

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CPT
Jun 6 — Jun 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.

Tue 22/921:45
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops31h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/1013:50
CPT
-
SAN
3 stops39h 39m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R26 031
Tue 22/911:11
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops38h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1019:30
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops31h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R27 510
Fri 18/921:45
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops31h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/1013:50
CPT
-
SAN
3 stops34h 07m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R28 381
Fri 18/921:30
SAN
-
CPT
3 stops55h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1014:25
CPT
-
SAN
3 stops38h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R28 890
Tue 26/58:32
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops44h 38m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/613:50
CPT
-
SAN
3 stops34h 13m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R29 334
Mon 13/76:18
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops50h 12m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1119:00
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops37h 22m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R29 843
Fri 18/96:20
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 4/1020:00
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop24h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5R29 991
Thu 29/1011:53
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops37h 37m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/1119:00
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops31h 41m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R30 024
Mon 13/76:18
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops50h 12m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1118:55
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops37h 27m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R30 501

Find 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 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R26 031

One-way from

R15 349

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R39 966
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22/9-5/10
  • 5 total stops
  • 71h 04m total
  • San Diego to Cape Town
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1/8
  • 1/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 21m total
  • San Diego to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R45 661 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (R31 396 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 29/10

21:55-14:35

2 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

13:50-15:33

3 stops35h 43m

R31 076

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 26/5

20:04-13:10

2 stops56h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/6

19:30-7:44

2 stops45h 14m

R31 914

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 22/9

13:40-21:25

1 stop22h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

7:40-11:50

1 stop37h 10m

R33 442
Fastest return journey

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 29/10

8:35-16:10

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

20:50-16:15

1 stop29h 25m

R33 672

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Mon 8/6

8:32-15:20

1 stop21h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/7

19:50-17:41

2 stops30h 51m

R34 165

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 20/5

21:45-14:10

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

13:50-20:23

3 stops39h 33m

R34 330
Cheapest one-way

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 18/7

14:15-6:00

2 stops54h 45m

R17 370

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 27/5

8:32-14:10

3 stops44h 38m

R22 596
Fastest single journey

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Mon 25/5

8:32-15:20

1 stop21h 48m

R23 040

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 1/8

6:15-17:50

1 stop26h 35m

R23 040

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cape Town (average of R22 530). Flying from San Diego to Cape Town in September is currently the most expensive (average of R51 881). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Diego to Cape Town?

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 7 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and British Airways from San Diego to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 692 reviews
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Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 692 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 692 reviews
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Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 951 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 692 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and KLM fly from San Diego to Cape Town in about 22h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 55m. The distance from San Diego to Cape Town is about 15929 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Cape Town round-trip from R22 526. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. British Airways is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cape Town (average of R22 530). Flying from San Diego to Cape Town in September is currently the most expensive (average of R51 881). 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 San Diego to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR22 526AverageR23 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR24 131AverageR25 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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