Traveling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town nine hours ahead of San Diego.
Your SAN to CPT flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SAN and CPT include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is AED 2,948. A return fare is currently AED 5,616. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SAN to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SAN to CPT is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SAN? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're landing on a late San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental to explore Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAN to CPT around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometers north-east to Paarl to check off its must-visit sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 97 kilometers east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
