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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cape Town from $849

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10:55 pm - 10:05 pm
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CPT
37h 10m
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2:25 pm - 1:38 pm
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SFO
33h 13m
3 stops
$1,248Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:25 pm - 10:10 pm
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CPT
40h 45m
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2:25 pm - 9:28 pm
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40h 03m
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$1,260Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24
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8:25 pm - 10:10 pm
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40h 45m
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7:20 am - 9:28 pm
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47h 08m
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$1,262Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Oct 6
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8:25 pm - 10:10 pm
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CPT
40h 45m
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7:20 am - 9:10 am
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SFO
58h 50m
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$1,269Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:45 pm - 1:35 pm
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CPT
52h 50m
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2:25 pm - 9:30 am
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SFO
53h 05m
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$1,271Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:25 pm - 1:35 pm
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56h 10m
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7:20 am - 3:10 pm
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40h 50m
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$1,272Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13
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8:25 pm - 1:35 pm
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CPT
56h 10m
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7:20 am - 9:10 am
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58h 50m
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$1,281Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13
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9:00 pm - 1:35 pm
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55h 35m
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2:25 pm - 2:52 pm
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33h 27m
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$1,291Kenya Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24
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4:05 pm - 1:00 pm
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59h 55m
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11:30 pm - 7:15 pm
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52h 45m
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$1,299Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
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11:50 pm - 1:35 pm
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52h 45m
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2:25 pm - 10:39 am
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53h 14m
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$1,301Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 13

Emirates flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
Emirates
Aug 26
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
40h 00m
1 stop
CPT6:05 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 8
CPT1:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 45m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$1,512
Emirates
Aug 27
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
38h 35m
1 stop
CPT4:40 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 10
CPT6:25 pmCape Town Intl
28h 35m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$1,562
Emirates
Aug 12
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
38h 35m
1 stop
CPT4:40 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 21
CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl
27h 00m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$1,574

Iberia flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Iberia deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
Iberia
Aug 25
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
33h 25m
1 stop
CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl
Sep 8
CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl
28h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
$1,537
Iberia
Aug 25
SFO2:48 pmSan Francisco
35h 12m
2 stops
CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl
Sep 8
CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl
28h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
$1,541
Iberia
Aug 25
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
33h 25m
1 stop
CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl
Sep 8
CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl
28h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
$1,547

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SFO - CPT

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San Francisco

Mon 11/9

10:55 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/17

2:25 pm-1:38 pm

3 stops33h 13m

$1,248

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

8:25 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/24

2:25 pm-9:28 pm

3 stops40h 03m

$1,260

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

8:25 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/6

7:20 am-9:28 pm

2 stops47h 08m

$1,262

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 10/5

8:25 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/13

7:20 am-9:10 am

2 stops58h 50m

$1,269

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

10:45 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops52h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/15

2:25 pm-9:30 am

3 stops53h 05m

$1,271

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

8:25 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops56h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/13

7:20 am-3:10 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$1,272

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

8:25 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops56h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/13

7:20 am-9:10 am

2 stops58h 50m

$1,281

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

9:00 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops55h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/24

2:25 pm-2:52 pm

3 stops33h 27m

$1,291

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

4:05 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops59h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

11:30 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops52h 45m

$1,299

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 8/30

11:50 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops52h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/13

2:25 pm-10:39 am

3 stops53h 14m

$1,301

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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?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of March, then departing from San Francisco during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,390.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,653 when searching 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 $1,420 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Cape Town flight.

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Fastest flight time

32h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 32h 05m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Cape Town.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Cape Town

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

    San Francisco and Cape Town Intl are 10236.8 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 32h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • 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 are updated daily.

  • 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?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. 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 required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $853Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,640 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $878Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,013 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $982Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,405 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,273Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,526 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,387Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,412 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,390Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,575 reviews
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IberiaPriceFrom $1,416Free CancellationRating
7.0
3,221 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,473Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,729 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,589Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,031 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,650Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,768 reviews
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Traveling to a place near Cape Town?

Book flights to Cape Town if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Stellenbosch
Porterville
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Gordon's Bay
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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cape Town from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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