1.096 € Cheap Flights from San Diego to Cape Town

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in February.

San Diego to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

San Diego to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found1.096 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Cape Town is 1.096 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego to Cape Town. But we found flights with one stop from 1.096 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Cape Town is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Cape Town Airport on Thursday, 5 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town is British Airways .

Travelling from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

  • San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).

  • Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours ahead of San Diego.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from San Diego to CPT.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from San Diego to CPT that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SAN and CPT include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your San Diego to CPT flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • At the moment, 534 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.096 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from San Diego to CPT, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your San Diego to Cape Town International Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from San Diego to CPT.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). June is when most people travel to Cape Town. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.

  • Before locking in your San Diego to CPT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Cape Town

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cape Town right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Cape Town International Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock are leading attractions which should be on every Cape Town itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Cape Town, a trip to Saldanha will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, Ceres is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

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