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

SWISS, Lufthansa, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Cape Town Intl

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

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

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R13 388 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Cape Town in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R30 997 to R44 484. The lowest price recently found on this route was R26 083.

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21:45 - 14:10

SAN

CPT

31h 25m

2 stops

13:50 - 15:33

CPT

SAN

35h 43m

3 stops

R26 083Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25

21:45 - 14:10

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CPT

31h 25m

2 stops

13:50 - 15:33

CPT

SAN

35h 43m

3 stops

R26 825Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25

21:55 - 14:35

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CPT

30h 40m

2 stops

13:50 - 15:33

CPT

SAN

35h 43m

3 stops

R26 990Ethiopian Air

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Feb 2

9:35 - 14:10

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CPT

43h 35m

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13:50 - 15:33

CPT

SAN

35h 43m

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R27 106Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25

14:20 - 11:50

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CPT

36h 30m

2 stops

17:20 - 12:54

CPT

SAN

53h 34m

2 stops

R28 177Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25

16:45 - 11:00

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CPT

33h 15m

2 stops

18:50 - 18:17

CPT

SAN

32h 27m

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R28 194Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Oct 6

7:00 - 12:05

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CPT

43h 05m

2 stops

0:55 - 18:59

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SAN

52h 04m

2 stops

R28 425Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Feb 1

19:40 - 11:00

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CPT

30h 20m

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18:50 - 19:02

CPT

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33h 12m

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R28 540British Airways

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Oct 6

14:20 - 11:50

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36h 30m

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17:20 - 12:54

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53h 34m

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R28 672Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25

8:10 - 13:00

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42h 50m

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13:50 - 15:33

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SAN

35h 43m

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R28 804Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Feb 2

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Lufthansa flights from San Diego to Cape Town

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Diego to Cape Town flight tickets

Lufthansa

Dec 29

SAN17:35San Diego

28h 05m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Jan 15

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

33h 43m

1 stop

SAN20:33San Diego

R29 826

Lufthansa

Dec 29

SAN17:35San Diego

28h 05m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Jan 15

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

26h 54m

2 stops

SAN13:44San Diego

R29 909

Lufthansa

Dec 29

SAN14:45San Diego

30h 55m

2 stops

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Jan 15

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

26h 57m

2 stops

SAN13:47San Diego

R29 974

Delta flights from San Diego to Cape Town

Our best Delta deals on San Diego to Cape Town flight tickets

Delta

Dec 30

SAN21:40San Diego

34h 55m

1 stop

CPT18:35Cape Town Intl

Jan 17

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

31h 52m

1 stop

SAN18:42San Diego

R30 700

Delta

Dec 30

SAN22:40San Diego

33h 55m

1 stop

CPT18:35Cape Town Intl

Jan 17

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

28h 30m

2 stops

SAN15:20San Diego

R30 782

Delta

Dec 28

SAN6:20San Diego

26h 15m

1 stop

CPT18:35Cape Town Intl

Jan 15

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

38h 40m

1 stop

SAN12:10San Diego

R31 013

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Wed 16/9

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2 stops31h 25m

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3 stops35h 43m

R26 083

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Wed 16/9

21:45-14:10

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3 stops35h 43m

R26 825

San DiegoCape Town

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SANCPT

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Tue 12/1

21:55-14:35

2 stops30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-15:33

3 stops35h 43m

R26 990

San DiegoCape Town

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Wed 16/9

9:35-14:10

2 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-15:33

3 stops35h 43m

R27 106

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Wed 16/9

14:20-11:50

2 stops36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/2

17:20-12:54

2 stops53h 34m

R28 177

San DiegoCape Town

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SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 4/8

16:45-11:00

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

18:50-18:17

2 stops32h 27m

R28 194

San DiegoCape Town

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SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 12/1

7:00-12:05

2 stops43h 05m

Cape Town Intl

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0:55-18:59

2 stops52h 04m

R28 425

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San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 4/8

19:40-11:00

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

18:50-19:02

2 stops33h 12m

R28 540

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 16/9

14:20-11:50

2 stops36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/2

17:20-12:54

2 stops53h 34m

R28 672

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 12/1

8:10-13:00

3 stops42h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/2

13:50-15:33

3 stops35h 43m

R28 804

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from San Diego, with most prices found around R22 720. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R23 874.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Cape Town flight.

When to book flights from San Diego to Cape Town

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Fastest flight time	30h 40m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to Cape Town takes 30h 40m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Cape Town

How far is San Diego to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Diego to Cape Town Intl is 15909,0 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 30h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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