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Cheap flights from San Diego to Cape Town from $834

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11:35 am - 11:50 am
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CPT
39h 15m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 7:35 pm
CPT
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SAN
36h 00m
2 stops
$1,340Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1
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2:17 pm - 11:50 am
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CPT
36h 33m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 7:35 pm
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SAN
36h 00m
2 stops
$1,347Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Oct 1
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7:00 am - 11:50 am
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CPT
67h 50m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 12:54 pm
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SAN
53h 19m
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$1,356Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Oct 1
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8:50 am - 11:50 am
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CPT
42h 00m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 8:08 pm
CPT
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SAN
60h 33m
2 stops
$1,374Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Tue, Jul 7
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8:30 pm - 11:50 am
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CPT
30h 20m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 5:13 pm
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SAN
33h 38m
2 stops
$1,382Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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7:00 am - 11:50 am
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CPT
43h 50m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 7:35 pm
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SAN
36h 00m
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$1,456Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1
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7:00 am - 11:50 am
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CPT
43h 50m
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4:35 pm - 7:35 pm
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36h 00m
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$1,485Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1
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9:30 pm - 11:50 am
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CPT
53h 20m
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4:35 pm - 7:35 pm
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36h 00m
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$1,533Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
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2:17 pm - 11:50 am
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CPT
36h 33m
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4:35 pm - 10:28 pm
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SAN
38h 53m
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$1,557Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Oct 2
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9:45 pm - 2:10 pm
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31h 25m
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1:50 pm - 3:33 pm
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34h 43m
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$1,579Ethiopian Air
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1

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Qatar Airways flights from San Diego to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Diego to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Oct 7
SAN11:52 amSan Diego
37h 23m
2 stops
CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl
Oct 29
CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl
38h 01m
2 stops
SAN11:56 pmSan Diego
$1,641
Qatar Airways
Sep 10
SAN11:35 amSan Diego
37h 40m
2 stops
CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl
Oct 2
CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl
33h 22m
2 stops
SAN7:52 pmSan Diego
$1,709
Qatar Airways
Oct 11
SAN11:58 pmSan Diego
49h 17m
2 stops
CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl
Oct 17
CPT1:15 pmCape Town Intl
39h 37m
2 stops
SAN7:52 pmSan Diego
$1,768

Ethiopian Air flights from San Diego to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on San Diego to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Sep 15
SAN9:45 pmSan Diego
31h 25m
2 stops
CPT2:10 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 1
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
34h 43m
3 stops
SAN3:33 pmSan Diego
$1,579
Ethiopian Air
Oct 7
SAN9:45 pmSan Diego
31h 25m
2 stops
CPT2:10 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 29
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
34h 43m
3 stops
SAN3:33 pmSan Diego
$1,588
Ethiopian Air
Sep 11
SAN9:45 pmSan Diego
31h 25m
2 stops
CPT2:10 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 2
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
34h 43m
3 stops
SAN3:33 pmSan Diego
$1,697

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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 April 18, 2026.
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San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 9/15

11:35 am-11:50 am

2 stops39h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

4:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,340

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 9/10

2:17 pm-11:50 am

2 stops36h 33m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

4:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,347

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/9

7:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops67h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

4:35 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops53h 19m

$1,356

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 5/5

8:50 am-11:50 am

2 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

4:35 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops60h 33m

$1,374
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Sat 9/5

8:30 pm-11:50 am

2 stops30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/11

4:35 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops33h 38m

$1,382

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

4:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,456

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

4:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,485

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Thu 9/17

9:30 pm-11:50 am

2 stops53h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/24

4:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,533

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Wed 9/9

2:17 pm-11:50 am

2 stops36h 33m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/2

4:35 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops38h 53m

$1,557

San DiegoCape Town

SAN - CPT

SANCPT

San Diego

Tue 9/15

9:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

1:50 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops34h 43m

$1,579

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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 August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,423.

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

You could potentially save up to 19% 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.

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Fastest flight time

30h 20m

Direct flights

None
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?

    San Diego and Cape Town Intl are 9885.4 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 30h 20m 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
9,603 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,295Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,423 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,299Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,891 reviews
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