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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cape Town from R12 627

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 28/1. 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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14:10 - 12:00SFO-CPT
36h 50m1 stop
16:35 - 10:30CPT-SFO
26h 55m1 stop
R17 349Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Mar 11 - Tue, Jun 3
18:50 - 12:00SFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
17:15 - 12:05CPT-SFO
27h 50m1 stop
R17 751Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 10
16:10 - 10:50SFO-CPT
33h 40m1 stop
13:00 - 13:50CPT-SFO
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R18 813Qatar Airways
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14:45 - 10:40SFO-CPT
33h 55m1 stop
12:35 - 12:35CPT-SFO
34h 00m1 stop
R19 252Qatar Airways
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36h 50m2 stops
14:25 - 12:52CPT-SFO
32h 27m3 stops
R20 240Kenya Airways
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52h 05m2 stops
14:30 - 14:59CPT-SFO
34h 29m3 stops
R20 313
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16:10 - 13:35SFO-CPT
59h 25m3 stops
23:00 - 14:59CPT-SFO
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R20 386Kenya Airways
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32h 40m1 stop
18:45 - 18:45CPT-SFO
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R20 551
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22:00 - 15:00CPT-SFO
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R20 716American Airlines
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30h 15m1 stop
R20 807American Airlines
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50h 00m3 stops
R12 627
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Tue, Jan 28
14:45 - 17:25SFO-CPT
40h 40m1 stop
R12 737Qatar Airways
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52h 40m3 stops
R13 011
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36h 40m2 stops
R16 543SWISS
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R17 202SWISS
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33h 40m1 stop
R18 959Alaska Airlines
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R22 290United Airlines
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R26 755United Airlines
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R55 907Turkish Airlines
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R74 957Turkish Airlines
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R35 502United Airlines
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R35 722United Airlines
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43h 15m1 stop
R36 179United Airlines
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23:35 - 16:10SFO-CPT
54h 35m2 stops
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34h 08m2 stops
R36 655United Airlines
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14:22 - 17:25SFO-CPT
41h 03m2 stops
12:35 - 18:38CPT-SFO
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R38 430Qatar Airways
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0:30 - 18:00SFO-CPT
31h 30m2 stops
9:20 - 13:15CPT-SFO
37h 55m2 stops
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R40 553Iberia
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R50 435
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7:15 - 18:00SFO-CPT
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Wed, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 1
18:50 - 12:00SFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
17:15 - 16:45CPT-SFO
33h 30m1 stop
R65 569Turkish Airlines
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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways
Apr 20
SFO16:10San Francisco
33h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:50Cape Town Intl
May 4
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
33h 50m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
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Jan 21
SFO14:45San Francisco
33h 55m
1 stop
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
Feb 4
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
34h 00m
1 stop
SFO12:35San Francisco
R19 252
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Apr 23
SFO16:10San Francisco
33h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:50Cape Town Intl
May 7
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
33h 50m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
R19 508
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American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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American Airlines
Jan 15
SFO17:30San Francisco
30h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:20Cape Town Intl
Jan 31
CPT22:00Cape Town Intl
27h 00m
1 stop
SFO15:00San Francisco
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American Airlines
Mar 10
SFO18:00San Francisco
31h 20m
2 stops
CPT10:20Cape Town Intl
Mar 21
CPT18:45Cape Town Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO16:00San Francisco
R20 807
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Jan 15
SFO20:40San Francisco
27h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:20Cape Town Intl
Jan 31
CPT22:00Cape Town Intl
32h 36m
2 stops
SFO20:36San Francisco
R20 899
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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 772. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R25 492.

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 R34 992.

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 R27 507. 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 073 per ticket.

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

We recommend purchasing flights from San Francisco to Cape Town 14 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Cape Town for R28 586. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from San Francisco for as low as R374 076.

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

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Cape Town flight.

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

As of December 2024, prices for San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 21% more expensive 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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Best price found

R12 627

Fastest flight time

22h 55m

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 R12 627. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 348.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 22h 55m
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 22h 55m.

  • 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?


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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R19 140Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 900 reviews
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