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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cape Town from $691

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11:45 am - 9:25 am
SFO
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CPT
36h 40m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 9:50 am
CPT
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SFO
32h 10m
2 stops
$1,093Singapore Airlines
Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 24
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11:45 am - 9:25 am
SFO
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CPT
36h 40m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 9:50 am
CPT
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SFO
32h 10m
2 stops
$1,114Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Mon, Sep 7
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12:55 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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CPT
37h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:50 am
CPT
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SFO
27h 15m
1 stop
$1,124Turkish Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 9:25 am
SFO
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CPT
37h 25m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 9:10 am
CPT
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SFO
31h 30m
2 stops
$1,131Singapore Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12
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12:55 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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CPT
37h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 4:40 pm
CPT
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SFO
33h 05m
1 stop
$1,139Turkish Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12
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6:45 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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CPT
32h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:50 am
CPT
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SFO
27h 15m
1 stop
$1,140Turkish Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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CPT
32h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:50 am
CPT
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SFO
27h 15m
1 stop
$1,161Turkish Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Wed, May 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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CPT
37h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:50 am
CPT
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SFO
27h 15m
1 stop
$1,170Turkish Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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CPT
32h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 4:40 pm
CPT
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SFO
33h 05m
1 stop
$1,178Turkish Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
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6:45 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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CPT
32h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 4:40 pm
CPT
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SFO
33h 05m
1 stop
$1,180Turkish Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, May 3

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Aug 10
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
36h 40m
2 stops
CPT9:25 amCape Town Intl
Aug 24
CPT10:40 amCape Town Intl
32h 10m
2 stops
SFO9:50 amSan Francisco
$1,093
Singapore Airlines
May 7
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
37h 25m
2 stops
CPT9:25 amCape Town Intl
May 12
CPT10:40 amCape Town Intl
31h 30m
2 stops
SFO9:10 amSan Francisco
$1,131
Singapore Airlines
Apr 16
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
37h 25m
2 stops
CPT9:25 amCape Town Intl
Apr 30
CPT10:40 amCape Town Intl
31h 30m
2 stops
SFO9:10 amSan Francisco
$1,223

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Mar 2
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
31h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Mar 10
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco
$1,123
Turkish Airlines
May 7
SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco
37h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
May 14
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
SFO10:50 amSan Francisco
$1,124
Turkish Airlines
May 7
SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco
37h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
May 12
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
33h 05m
1 stop
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,139

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 28, 2026.
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San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

11:45 am-9:25 am

2 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/24

10:40 am-9:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

$1,093

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

11:45 am-9:25 am

2 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/7

10:40 am-9:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

$1,114

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

12:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop37h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/14

4:35 pm-10:50 am

1 stop27h 15m

$1,124

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

11:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/12

10:40 am-9:10 am

2 stops31h 30m

$1,131

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

12:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop37h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/12

4:35 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,139

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

4:35 pm-10:50 am

1 stop27h 15m

$1,140

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

4:35 pm-10:50 am

1 stop27h 15m

$1,161

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

12:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop37h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

4:35 pm-10:50 am

1 stop27h 15m

$1,170

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/12

4:35 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,178

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

4:35 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,180

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Cape Town

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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 $1,402.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,628 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 $1,347 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 21% 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 February 2026, prices for San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 14% 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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Fastest flight time

24h 00m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 24h 00m
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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  • How far is San Francisco to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    San Francisco and Cape Town Intl are 10237.5 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 24h 00m, 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.

  • 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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KLMPriceFrom $776Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,461 reviews
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7.1
11,367 reviews
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6.7
7,772 reviews
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7.3
4,238 reviews
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7.4
3,745 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,387Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,244 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,390Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,534 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,589Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,817 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,650Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,362 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
Stellenbosch
Franschhoek
Porterville
Simon's Town
Somerset West
Gordon's Bay
Wellington
Hermanus
Paarl

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