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

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, 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 many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of August 2025.

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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American Airlines flights from San Diego to Cape Town

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American Airlines

Nov 15

SAN12:43San Diego

33h 22m

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CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 22

CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

27h 55m

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SAN16:05San Diego

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Nov 15

SAN14:55San Diego

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SAN20:18San Diego

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Sept 16

SAN16:40San Diego

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CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

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CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

28h 55m

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SAN14:50San Diego

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Sept 16

SAN21:45San Diego

31h 50m

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CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Sept 23

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

34h 13m

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SAN15:03San Diego

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Nov 23

SAN22:00San Diego

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CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

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Aug 22

SAN21:45San Diego

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11:17-15:20

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2 stops29h 00m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from San Diego, with most prices found around R24 520. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R25 136.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R28 890 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from San Diego for as low as R21 831 on momondo.

When to book flights from San Diego to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Diego to Cape Town

Best price found	R10 423
Fastest flight time	20h 25m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from San Diego in the past 72 hours is R10 423. The best return flight deal from San Diego to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R21 814.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Cape Town takes 20h 25m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Diego Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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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 20h 30m.
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 many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of August 2025.
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.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Diego to Cape Town is British Airways (51% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is United Airlines (49%).

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom R24 094	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 277 reviews		Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R25 811	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 925 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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