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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier 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 March 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.

R12 966 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 R24 628 to R29 253. The lowest price recently found on this route was R21 572.

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21:59 - 11:50

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CPT

52h 51m

2 stops

16:35 - 19:58

CPT

SAN

36h 23m

2 stops

R21 572Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, May 19

8:50 - 11:50

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42h 00m

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16:35 - 19:58

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36h 23m

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R21 622Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

10:25 - 11:50

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64h 25m

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16:35 - 20:04

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60h 29m

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R21 952Turkish Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11

12:40 - 11:50

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38h 10m

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16:35 - 20:04

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36h 29m

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R21 968Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

21:45 - 14:35

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34h 30m

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R22 051Ethiopian Air

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11

21:45 - 14:35

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13:50 - 15:20

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R23 108Ethiopian Air

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

21:45 - 14:35

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R23 405Ethiopian Air

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

8:42 - 11:50

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R23 455Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, May 4

8:45 - 16:55

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24h 16m

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R24 231United Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, May 12

9:00 - 17:15

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47h 15m

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13:00 - 22:09

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42h 09m

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R24 248Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, May 28

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Cape Town

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United Airlines

Mar 17

SAN8:45San Diego

23h 10m

2 stops

CPT16:55Cape Town Intl

May 12

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

28h 39m

2 stops

SAN15:39San Diego

R24 231

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Mar 17

SAN18:35San Diego

28h 05m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

May 12

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

24h 16m

1 stop

SAN11:16San Diego

R24 727

United Airlines

Apr 17

SAN8:00San Diego

24h 10m

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CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

Apr 24

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

28h 15m

1 stop

SAN15:15San Diego

R26 709

KLM flights from San Diego to Cape Town

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KLM

Mar 17

SAN7:00San Diego

29h 55m

2 stops

CPT21:55Cape Town Intl

Mar 31

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

45h 35m

1 stop

SAN11:50San Diego

R26 395

KLM

Apr 14

SAN13:40San Diego

22h 45m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Apr 21

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

45h 35m

1 stop

SAN11:50San Diego

R26 593

KLM

Apr 14

SAN6:15San Diego

30h 10m

2 stops

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Apr 21

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

45h 35m

1 stop

SAN11:50San Diego

R26 659

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10:25-11:50

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Cape Town Intl

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R21 952

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R21 968

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R23 108

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Fri 17/4

21:45-14:35

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R23 405

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R23 455

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San Diego

Tue 17/3

8:45-16:55

2 stops23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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20:00-11:16

1 stop24h 16m

R24 231

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Thu 2/4

9:00-17:15

2 stops47h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:00-22:09

2 stops42h 09m

R24 248

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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 761. 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 505.

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 March 2026, prices for San Diego to Cape Town flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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	22h 20m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to Cape Town takes 22h 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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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 22h 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 March 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 641	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 778 reviews		Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R24 255	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 403 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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