What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to San Diego?

Lufthansa and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to San Diego

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

There are 2 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R21 160 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to San Diego in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and San Diego?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R25 455 to R16 469. The lowest price recently found on this route was R21 160.

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20:00 - 19:43

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32h 43m

2 stops

21:55 - 16:10

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CPT

32h 15m

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R21 160United Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 13

19:50 - 17:41

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30h 51m

2 stops

21:45 - 17:10

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CPT

34h 25m

2 stops

R23 109United Airlines

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Jul 21

19:50 - 17:41

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30h 51m

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22:30 - 17:10

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CPT

33h 40m

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R23 605United Airlines

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Jul 21

20:05 - 9:26

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22h 21m

1 stop

7:59 - 17:50

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24h 51m

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R24 018Delta

Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 31

19:50 - 9:21

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22h 31m

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22:30 - 17:10

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33h 40m

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R25 438United Airlines

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Jul 21

20:00 - 11:17

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24h 17m

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6:35 - 17:10

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25h 35m

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R26 760United Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28

16:35 - 15:54

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32h 19m

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13:59 - 11:50

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36h 51m

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R30 130Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jul 5 - Sat, Jul 11

19:50 - 9:49

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8:00 - 15:20

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R30 361United Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 31

13:50 - 15:03

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34h 13m

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21:45 - 14:10

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31h 25m

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R30 460Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Jul 21

19:50 - 9:49

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22h 59m

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8:00 - 15:20

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22h 20m

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R32 161United Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29

Delta flights from Cape Town to San Diego

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Delta

Aug 21

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

22h 21m

1 stop

SAN9:26San Diego

Aug 31

SAN7:59San Diego

24h 51m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R24 018

Delta

Aug 25

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

22h 21m

1 stop

SAN9:26San Diego

Aug 27

SAN10:37San Diego

22h 13m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R38 620

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to San Diego

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United Airlines

Oct 23

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

33h 29m

1 stop

SAN20:29San Diego

Nov 13

SAN21:55San Diego

32h 15m

1 stop

CPT16:10Cape Town Intl

R21 160

United Airlines

Jul 9

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

30h 51m

2 stops

SAN17:41San Diego

Jul 21

SAN21:45San Diego

34h 25m

2 stops

CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

R23 109

United Airlines

Jul 9

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

30h 51m

2 stops

SAN17:41San Diego

Jul 21

SAN22:30San Diego

33h 40m

1 stop

CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

R23 605

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20:00-19:43

2 stops32h 43m

San Diego

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R21 160

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19:50-17:41

2 stops30h 51m

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2 stops34h 25m

R23 109

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

19:50-17:41

2 stops30h 51m

San Diego

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22:30-17:10

1 stop33h 40m

R23 605

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

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Fri 21/8

20:05-9:26

1 stop22h 21m

San Diego

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7:59-17:50

1 stop24h 51m

R24 018

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

19:50-9:21

1 stop22h 31m

San Diego

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22:30-17:10

1 stop33h 40m

R25 438

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

20:00-11:17

1 stop24h 17m

San Diego

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6:35-17:10

1 stop25h 35m

R26 760

Cape TownSan Diego

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16:35-15:54

2 stops32h 19m

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2 stops36h 51m

R30 130

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CPT - SAN

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Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

19:50-9:49

1 stop22h 59m

San Diego

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8:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

R30 361

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

13:50-15:03

3 stops34h 13m

San Diego

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21:45-14:10

2 stops31h 25m

R30 460

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

19:50-9:49

1 stop22h 59m

San Diego

Sat 29/8

8:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

R32 161

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from Cape Town, with most prices found around R16 023. The month of July is another great option to travel to San Diego, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R16 122.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to San Diego flight.

How have Cape Town to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

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Fastest flight time	30h 51m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to San Diego takes 30h 51m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to San Diego. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to San Diego.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to San Diego

How far is Cape Town Intl to San Diego by plane?
The distance between Cape Town Intl and San Diego is about 15909,0 km. By plane, this route typically takes 30h 51m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and San Diego, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 62% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include KLM with 38%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to San Diego

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 815	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 780 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R17 031	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 527 reviews		Search KLM flights

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