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

Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and United Airlines 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 April 2026.

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 618 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 R26 371 to R24 428. The lowest price recently found on this route was R21 995.

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14:17 - 11:50

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CPT

36h 33m

2 stops

16:35 - 19:35

CPT

SAN

36h 00m

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R21 995Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Oct 1

7:00 - 11:50

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CPT

67h 50m

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16:35 - 12:54

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53h 19m

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R22 142Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Oct 1

8:50 - 11:50

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42h 00m

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16:35 - 20:08

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60h 33m

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R22 436Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, Jul 7

20:30 - 11:50

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30h 20m

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16:35 - 17:13

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33h 38m

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R22 566Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11

7:00 - 11:50

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43h 50m

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16:35 - 19:35

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36h 00m

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R23 775Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1

7:00 - 11:50

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43h 50m

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36h 00m

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R24 248Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1

14:17 - 11:50

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36h 33m

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16:35 - 22:28

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38h 53m

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R25 424Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Oct 2

21:45 - 14:10

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31h 25m

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13:50 - 15:33

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R25 783Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1

21:56 - 11:50

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53h 19m

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R25 799Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

7:00 - 11:50

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43h 50m

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16:35 - 20:01

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60h 26m

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R25 979Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20

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Qatar Airways flights from San Diego to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Oct 1

SAN11:35San Diego

37h 40m

2 stops

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 13

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

34h 38m

2 stops

SAN21:08San Diego

R26 257

Qatar Airways

Sept 10

SAN11:35San Diego

37h 40m

2 stops

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 2

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

33h 22m

2 stops

SAN19:52San Diego

R27 906

Qatar Airways

Oct 11

SAN23:58San Diego

49h 17m

2 stops

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 17

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

39h 37m

2 stops

SAN19:52San Diego

R28 869

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Cape Town

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United Airlines

Sept 12

SAN6:30San Diego

23h 50m

2 stops

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

Oct 1

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

30h 20m

2 stops

SAN17:10San Diego

R27 922

United Airlines

Sept 12

SAN8:00San Diego

22h 20m

1 stop

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

Sept 29

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

24h 08m

1 stop

SAN11:08San Diego

R28 755

United Airlines

Sept 12

SAN8:00San Diego

22h 20m

1 stop

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

Sept 30

CPT17:55Cape Town Intl

30h 35m

2 stops

SAN15:30San Diego

R28 771

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R25 424

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21:45-14:10

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Cape Town Intl

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R25 783

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San Diego

Mon 5/10

21:56-11:50

2 stops52h 54m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-12:54

2 stops53h 19m

R25 799

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San Diego

Tue 6/10

7:00-11:50

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Cape Town Intl

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16:35-20:01

2 stops60h 26m

R25 979

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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 387. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R23 236.

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

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Cape Town flight.

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

As of April 2026, prices for San Diego to Cape Town flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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Fastest flight time	30h 20m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to Cape Town takes 30h 20m

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 20m.
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 April 2026.
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 (50% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is United Airlines (50%).

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom R22 382	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 891 reviews		Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R23 977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 604 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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