What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl?

Singapore Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from San Francisco according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 42% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 30m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,294.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 49m.

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?

As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from 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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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 January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,377.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,484. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,828.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the afternoon. Flights from San Francisco to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,365. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,723. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 $1,588 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 $1,289 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 2% 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 November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 31h 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?
As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from 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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Cape Town is Turkish Airlines, representing 29% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are British Airways at 20%, United Airlines at 19%, and Delta at 10%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $956	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,044 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,009	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,664 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,130	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,533 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,232	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,579 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,271	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,029 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,390	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,422 reviews	Search Emirates flights
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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 January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,377.

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

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

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

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

You could potentially save up to 2% 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 November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl?

Singapore Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 42% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,294.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 30m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 49m.

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