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Cheap flights from San Diego to Cape Town from $812

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Diego to Cape Town departing on 12/1. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 2:10 pm
SAN
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CPT
31h 25m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 3:33 pm
CPT
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SAN
35h 43m
3 stops
$1,582Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 2:10 pm
SAN
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CPT
31h 25m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 3:33 pm
CPT
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SAN
35h 43m
3 stops
$1,627Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:55 pm - 2:35 pm
SAN
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CPT
30h 40m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 3:33 pm
CPT
-
SAN
35h 43m
3 stops
$1,637Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Feb 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:35 am - 2:10 pm
SAN
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CPT
43h 35m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 3:33 pm
CPT
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SAN
35h 43m
3 stops
$1,644Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 11:50 am
SAN
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CPT
36h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 12:54 pm
CPT
-
SAN
53h 34m
2 stops
$1,709Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 11:00 am
SAN
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CPT
33h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 6:17 pm
CPT
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SAN
32h 27m
2 stops
$1,710Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:00 am - 12:05 pm
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CPT
43h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 6:59 pm
CPT
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SAN
52h 04m
2 stops
$1,724Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Feb 1
British Airways Logo
7:40 pm - 11:00 am
SAN
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CPT
30h 20m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 7:02 pm
CPT
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SAN
33h 12m
2 stops
$1,731British Airways
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Oct 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 11:50 am
SAN
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CPT
36h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 12:54 pm
CPT
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SAN
53h 34m
2 stops
$1,739Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Feb 25
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8:10 am - 1:00 pm
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CPT
42h 50m
3 stops
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1:50 pm - 3:33 pm
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SAN
35h 43m
3 stops
$1,747Multiple 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
SAN5:35 pmSan Diego
28h 05m
1 stop
CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl
Jan 15
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
33h 43m
1 stop
SAN8:33 pmSan Diego
$1,809
Lufthansa
Dec 29
SAN5:35 pmSan Diego
28h 05m
1 stop
CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl
Jan 15
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
26h 54m
2 stops
SAN1:44 pmSan Diego
$1,814
Lufthansa
Dec 29
SAN2:45 pmSan Diego
30h 55m
2 stops
CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl
Jan 15
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
26h 57m
2 stops
SAN1:47 pmSan Diego
$1,818

Delta flights from San Diego to Cape Town

Our best Delta deals on San Diego to Cape Town flight tickets
Delta
Dec 30
SAN9:40 pmSan Diego
34h 55m
1 stop
CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl
Jan 17
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
31h 52m
1 stop
SAN6:42 pmSan Diego
$1,862
Delta
Dec 30
SAN10:40 pmSan Diego
33h 55m
1 stop
CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl
Jan 17
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
28h 30m
2 stops
SAN3:20 pmSan Diego
$1,867
Delta
Dec 28
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl
Jan 15
CPT7:30 amCape Town Intl
38h 40m
1 stop
SAN12:10 pmSan Diego
$1,881

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 19, 2026.
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San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/16

9:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/25

1:50 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops35h 43m

$1,582

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/16

9:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/25

1:50 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops35h 43m

$1,627

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 1/12

9:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/2

1:50 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops35h 43m

$1,637

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/16

9:35 am-2:10 pm

2 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/25

1:50 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops35h 43m

$1,644

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/16

2:20 pm-11:50 am

2 stops36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/25

5:20 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops53h 34m

$1,709

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 8/4

4:45 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/6

6:50 pm-6:17 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$1,710

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 1/12

7:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/1

12:55 am-6:59 pm

2 stops52h 04m

$1,724
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 8/4

7:40 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/6

6:50 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops33h 12m

$1,731

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/16

2:20 pm-11:50 am

2 stops36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/25

5:20 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops53h 34m

$1,739

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 1/12

8:10 am-1:00 pm

3 stops42h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/2

1:50 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops35h 43m

$1,747

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of February, then departing from San Diego during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,448.

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Fastest flight time

30h 40m

Direct flights

None
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?

    San Diego and Cape Town Intl are 9885.4 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 30h 40m by plane in normal conditions.

  • 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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Cape Town?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Cape Town

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,291Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,008 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,299Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,126 reviews
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7.8
8,481 reviews
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7.8
1,542 reviews
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