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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cape Town from $666

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3:25 pm - 6:30 amSFO-CPT
29h 05m1 stop
12:35 am - 1:10 pmCPT-SFO
46h 35m2 stops
$1,291Air France
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Wed, Jan 22 - Tue, Feb 4
6:00 pm - 6:30 amSFO-CPT
26h 30m2 stops
12:35 am - 1:10 pmCPT-SFO
46h 35m2 stops
$1,296Air France
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Wed, Jan 22 - Tue, Feb 4
6:50 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO
33h 30m1 stop
$1,306Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jan 5 - Wed, Feb 5
5:30 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-CPT
32h 40m1 stop
9:20 am - 3:00 pmCPT-SFO
39h 40m2 stops
$1,318British Airways
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Sun, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 19
6:50 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
5:15 pm - 11:05 amCPT-SFO
27h 50m1 stop
$1,322Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 9
5:30 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-CPT
32h 40m1 stop
6:40 pm - 3:00 pmCPT-SFO
54h 20m2 stops
$1,323British Airways
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Sun, Nov 17 - Mon, Dec 2
8:35 pm - 7:40 amSFO-CPT
25h 05m1 stop
9:30 am - 2:50 pmCPT-SFO
39h 20m1 stop
$1,338United Airlines
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Tue, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 23
11:20 pm - 4:10 pmSFO-CPT
30h 50m1 stop
8:50 pm - 11:06 amCPT-SFO
24h 16m1 stop
$1,373United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 18
12:40 am - 9:30 pmSFO-CPT
34h 50m2 stops
9:15 pm - 6:57 pmCPT-SFO
30h 42m1 stop
$1,591Delta
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Wed, Feb 19 - Sun, Mar 9
12:40 am - 9:25 pmSFO-CPT
35h 45m2 stops
11:15 pm - 10:48 pmCPT-SFO
32h 33m2 stops
$1,628Delta
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Fri, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 12
6:05 am - 9:50 amSFO-CPT
41h 45m3 stops
Fri, Jan 31
3:15 pm - 9:50 amSFO-CPT
56h 35m3 stops
Sat, Feb 1
10:45 pm - 4:10 pmSFO-CPT
31h 25m1 stop
$898United Airlines
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Sun, Feb 2
6:50 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
$1,025Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Nov 17
6:50 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
$1,033Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Jan 7
11:35 pm - 4:10 pmSFO-CPT
30h 35m2 stops
$1,212United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 27
12:40 am - 9:30 pmSFO-CPT
34h 50m2 stops
$1,240Delta
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Mon, Dec 2
4:40 pm - 6:30 amSFO-CPT
27h 50m2 stops
$1,253Delta
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Thu, Dec 26
12:23 am - 8:00 amSFO-CPT
45h 37m2 stops
$5,589British Airways
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Wed, Jan 15
8:50 pm - 8:00 amSFO-CPT
25h 10m1 stop
$15,724British Airways
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Sun, Jan 12
4:00 pm - 1:35 pmSFO-CPT
59h 35m3 stops
2:25 pm - 12:37 pmCPT-SFO
32h 12m3 stops
$1,395
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Mon, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 21
2:45 pm - 5:25 pmSFO-CPT
40h 40m1 stop
12:40 pm - 12:35 pmCPT-SFO
33h 55m1 stop
$1,446Qatar Airways
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Mon, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 21
11:48 am - 5:25 pmSFO-CPT
43h 37m2 stops
12:40 pm - 12:35 pmCPT-SFO
33h 55m1 stop
$1,497Qatar Airways
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Mon, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 21
6:15 am - 4:10 pmSFO-CPT
23h 55m2 stops
8:50 pm - 1:28 pmCPT-SFO
26h 38m2 stops
$1,528United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 21
10:50 pm - 1:35 pmSFO-CPT
52h 45m3 stops
11:00 pm - 2:00 pmCPT-SFO
49h 00m2 stops
$1,600Kenya Airways
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Mon, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 21
3:45 pm - 8:30 amSFO-CPT
31h 45m2 stops
6:55 pm - 12:35 pmCPT-SFO
27h 40m1 stop
$1,622
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Fri, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 3
7:50 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO
33h 30m1 stop
$2,020Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 4
9:35 pm - 7:40 amSFO-CPT
25h 05m1 stop
6:30 pm - 12:35 pmCPT-SFO
28h 05m1 stop
$2,422Lufthansa
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Fri, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 5
8:40 am - 6:00 pmSFO-CPT
23h 20m1 stop
8:50 pm - 11:21 amCPT-SFO
24h 31m1 stop
$2,878United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 5
7:50 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO
33h 30m1 stop
$7,847Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 13

British Airways flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best British Airways deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
British Airways
Nov 10
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
32h 40m
1 stop
CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 19
CPT9:20 amCape Town Intl
39h 40m
2 stops
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
British Airways
Nov 17
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
32h 40m
1 stop
CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl
Dec 2
CPT6:40 pmCape Town Intl
54h 20m
2 stops
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
British Airways
Nov 10
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
29h 30m
1 stop
CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 18
CPT2:00 pmCape Town Intl
35h 00m
2 stops
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

Virgin Atlantic flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Jan 3
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
28h 50m
1 stop
CPT7:30 amCape Town Intl
Mar 26
CPT10:00 amCape Town Intl
38h 45m
1 stop
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
Virgin Atlantic
Nov 23
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
28h 50m
1 stop
CPT7:30 amCape Town Intl
Nov 30
CPT9:55 amCape Town Intl
38h 50m
1 stop
SFO2:45 pmSan Francisco
Virgin Atlantic
Nov 9
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
39h 30m
2 stops
CPT7:30 amCape Town Intl
Nov 17
CPT9:55 amCape Town Intl
38h 50m
1 stop
SFO2:45 pmSan Francisco

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town?

January. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cape Town from San Francisco is January. Most expensive is December

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Cape Town?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Friday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town?

In the afternoon. San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 17% more expensive in the morning than in the afternoon

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

Turkish Airlines. Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Cape Town

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Cape Town flight route?

San Francisco - Cape Town Intl. Fly from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl for the best San Francisco - Cape Town flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Francisco to Cape Town flights?

14 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town is approximately 14 days to departure

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

You could potentially save up to 9% 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 October 2024, prices for San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 3% 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

$666

Fastest flight time

25h 05m

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 $666. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,291.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 25h 05m
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?

    San Francisco and Cape Town Intl are 10237.5 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 25h 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.

  • 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 $942Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,871 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $989Free CancellationRating
6.7
6,843 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,192Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,905 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,203Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,836 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $1,228Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,641 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,260Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,187 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,281Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,548 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,298Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,240 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,323Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,352 reviews
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IberiaPriceFrom $1,373Free CancellationRating
7.0
2,668 reviews
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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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