Book cheap flights from San Diego to Cape Town from R 16053

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San Diego Cape Town
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Thu, 23 Jan SAN - CPT
Fri, 07 Mar CPT - SAN
23160R 21980R
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San Diego Cape Town
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Mon, 03 Mar SAN - CPT
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17086R 16053R
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Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
60% Trains in Cape Town are 60% cheaper than in San Diego.
San Diego 47,33R
Cape Town 20R
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
60% A meal in Cape Town is 60% cheaper than a meal in San Diego.
San Diego 473,32R
Cape Town 172,5R
Distance: 15917 kms
San Diego airports
Lindbergh International Airport (SAN) How far from city centre: 3 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from San Diego to Cape Town

Planning a trip from San Diego to Cape Town? Flights to Cape Town from San Diego cover a significant distance, offering an exciting adventure. Booking your flights and accommodation with eDreams ensures a smooth travel experience. Be sure to check for any Daylight Savings Time differences to ensure you arrive on time.

Time Difference between San Diego and Cape Town

Cape Town is 10 hours ahead of San Diego. Remember to account for this time difference when planning your flights to Cape Town from San Diego and booking your accommodation. Please note that this doesn't account for any Daylight Savings Time, so it's best to double-check closer to your travel dates.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate, making it a year-round destination. Summers (December-February) are dry and hot, perfect for beach lovers. Temperatures range from 17°C to 28°C. Autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November) offer pleasant weather ideal for hiking and exploring the vineyards with average temperatures between 10°C to 23°C. Winters (June-August) are cooler and wetter, perfect for whale watching with temperatures ranging from 7°C to 18°C. Book your flights to Cape Town from San Diego with eDreams today and experience the beauty of this South African gem.

San Diego Airports

Planning your flight to Cape Town from San Diego? Let's look at your departure airport options.

Airport Information

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Diego International Airport, the primary airport serving San Diego, is located just 5 kilometers northwest of downtown. It's a busy airport, known for being the busiest single-runway airport in the United States. With two terminals and numerous gates, SAN offers a variety of flights to destinations worldwide, including flights to Cape Town from San Diego.

Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF)

Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport, operated by the City of San Diego, is a general aviation airport located close to downtown. While it doesn't handle commercial flights to Cape Town from San Diego like SAN, it serves private and corporate aviation.

Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM)

Brown Field Municipal Airport, also operated by the City of San Diego, sits near the US-Mexico border. Similar to Montgomery-Gibbs, it primarily focuses on general aviation and doesn't offer commercial flights to Cape Town from San Diego. It's known for having the longest civilian runway in the region.

Main Airlines for this Route

These airlines often offer flights from San Diego to Cape Town (availability may vary):

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the primary airport for both domestic and international flights to Cape Town from San Diego and other destinations. Booking your flights to Cape Town from San Diego with eDreams ensures a smooth start to your journey.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport offers a wide range of facilities, including duty-free shops, restaurants, premium lounges, and conference facilities. You'll also find banking services, ATMs, and currency exchange. For those travelling with little ones, baby-changing facilities are available. If you're looking for somewhere to leave your luggage, there are baggage storage facilities as well.

Getting to the city centre from the airport is easy with several transport options. Although public transport options are limited, private transfer services and ride-hailing apps like Uber are readily available. Consider booking a car rental in Cape Town with eDreams for convenient travel during your stay. Alternatively, taxis are available, but ensure you use a registered, metered taxi for a fair fare.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

Planning your flights to Cape Town from San Diego? Cape Town is a vibrant city with something for everyone. From stunning natural beauty to rich cultural experiences, get ready to be captivated.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from San Diego to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from San Diego to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from San Diego to Cape Town is R16053. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cape Town more expensive than San Diego to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 24.50 ZAR , 57% cheaper than San Diego, with a fare of 56.80 ZAR, while train tickets cost 58% less at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 47.33 ZAR at San Diego. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 172.50 ZAR euros in Cape Town, 64% less than the 473.32 ZAR euros in San Diego. The price of the coffee is around 65% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 36.32 ZAR, while in San Diego the coffee costs 102.69 ZAR.
How is the weather in Cape Town compared to San Diego?
While in San Diego the temperatures can reach an average of 32.1 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6.0 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 28.98 ºC during the hot season, with 9.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the 1.16 ºC average degrees reported in San Diego. During the winter period, San Diego can register 9.0 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12.0 mm rain level.

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