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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cape Town from R11 248

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 Francisco to Cape Town departing on 10/9. 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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KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Cape Town.
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:45 - 11:50SFO-CPT
32h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 10:35CPT-SFO
27h 00m1 stop
R19 055Turkish Airlines
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:45 - 11:50SFO-CPT
32h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 16:40CPT-SFO
33h 05m1 stop
R19 393Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 3
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12:40 - 11:50SFO-CPT
38h 10m1 stop
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6:05 - 10:35CPT-SFO
37h 30m2 stops
R20 334
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Wed, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 26
Qatar Airways Logo
15:55 - 10:50SFO-CPT
33h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 13:35CPT-SFO
33h 35m1 stop
R20 616Qatar Airways
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
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12:40 - 11:50SFO-CPT
38h 10m1 stop
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14:00 - 16:40CPT-SFO
35h 40m2 stops
R20 917
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Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 3
Qatar Airways Logo
11:00 - 10:50SFO-CPT
38h 50m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 13:35CPT-SFO
33h 35m1 stop
R21 067Qatar Airways
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Wed, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 8
British Airways Logo
16:20 - 11:00SFO-CPT
33h 40m1 stop
British Airways Logo
7:00 - 17:15CPT-SFO
43h 15m2 stops
R21 631British Airways
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Tue, May 13 - Tue, May 20
British Airways Logo
19:30 - 11:00SFO-CPT
30h 30m1 stop
British Airways Logo
7:00 - 17:15CPT-SFO
43h 15m2 stops
R22 572British Airways
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Sat, May 10 - Sat, May 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:45 - 13:45SFO-CPT
30h 00m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 17:49CPT-SFO
36h 59m3 stops
R22 816Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:45 - 14:35SFO-CPT
30h 50m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 0:59CPT-SFO
42h 34m3 stops
R24 171Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 30

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
May 8
SFO18:45San Francisco
32h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
May 22
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
27h 00m
1 stop
SFO10:35San Francisco
R19 054
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Turkish Airlines
Aug 20
SFO18:45San Francisco
32h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Sept 3
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
33h 05m
1 stop
SFO16:40San Francisco
R19 393
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Turkish Airlines
Sept 10
SFO18:45San Francisco
32h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Sept 26
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
27h 00m
1 stop
SFO10:35San Francisco
R19 826
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British Airways flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best British Airways deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
British Airways
Apr 21
SFO19:30San Francisco
30h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
May 13
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
36h 18m
2 stops
SFO22:13San Francisco
R21 406
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British Airways
Apr 27
SFO14:45San Francisco
35h 15m
2 stops
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
May 13
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
27h 55m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
R21 556
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British Airways
May 13
SFO16:20San Francisco
33h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
May 20
CPT7:00Cape Town Intl
43h 15m
2 stops
SFO17:15San Francisco
R21 631
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Cape Town

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from San Francisco, with most prices found around R23 174. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R24 171.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as R0. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Thursday is R35 967.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from San Francisco to Cape Town in the evening for as low as R28 273. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R31 939 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from San Francisco when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R29 204 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from San Francisco for as low as R24 735 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Cape Town (SFO to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

R11 248

Fastest flight time

25h 20m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is R11 248. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R19 054.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 25h 20m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • How far is San Francisco to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Cape Town Intl is about 16475,6 km. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R19 673Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 771 reviews
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