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

Qatar Airways, KLM, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to San Francisco

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport is 7 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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20:00 - 18:57

CPT

SFO

31h 57m

2 stops

23:59 - 17:10

SFO

CPT

32h 11m

2 stops

R16 825United Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

20:00 - 15:22

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SFO

28h 22m

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23:59 - 17:10

SFO

CPT

32h 11m

2 stops

R16 910United Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

20:00 - 20:49

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SFO

33h 49m

1 stop

13:40 - 9:30

SFO

CPT

34h 50m

1 stop

R18 457United Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

20:05 - 22:32

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35h 27m

1 stop

6:15 - 21:25

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30h 10m

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R18 729Delta

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

20:05 - 22:32

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35h 27m

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23:55 - 21:25

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36h 30m

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R18 746Delta

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

19:50 - 18:58

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32h 08m

2 stops

13:40 - 9:30

SFO

CPT

34h 50m

1 stop

R19 647United Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Sun, May 10

23:15 - 20:20

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30h 05m

2 stops

10:31 - 21:25

SFO

CPT

25h 54m

2 stops

R19 664KLM

Thu, Jun 11 - Sat, Jun 20

20:00 - 23:59

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36h 59m

2 stops

19:15 - 9:30

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CPT

29h 15m

1 stop

R19 749United Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

14:00 - 12:50

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31h 50m

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23:15 - 21:25

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37h 10m

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R19 766Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

13:00 - 13:35

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SFO

33h 35m

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15:55 - 10:15

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CPT

33h 20m

1 stop

R19 834Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 11 - Sat, Jun 20

Emirates flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Emirates

Apr 7

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

SFO14:00San Francisco

Apr 23

SFO17:05San Francisco

33h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R20 734

Emirates

May 6

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

SFO14:00San Francisco

May 13

SFO17:05San Francisco

33h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R20 938

Emirates

Apr 7

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

SFO14:00San Francisco

Apr 23

SFO17:05San Francisco

38h 35m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

R20 972

KLM flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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KLM

Jun 11

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

30h 05m

2 stops

SFO20:20San Francisco

Jun 20

SFO10:31San Francisco

25h 54m

2 stops

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R19 664

KLM

Apr 27

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

37h 05m

1 stop

SFO11:45San Francisco

May 10

SFO13:45San Francisco

22h 40m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R20 208

KLM

Apr 1

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

37h 05m

1 stop

SFO11:45San Francisco

Apr 8

SFO13:45San Francisco

22h 40m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

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2 stops31h 57m

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20:00-20:49

1 stop33h 49m

San Francisco

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R18 457

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R19 647

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Thu 11/6

23:15-20:20

2 stops30h 05m

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R19 664

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R19 749

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San Francisco

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2 stops37h 10m

R19 766

Cape TownSan Francisco

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CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

13:00-13:35

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 20/6

15:55-10:15

1 stop33h 20m

R19 834

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re not able to fly to San Francisco in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to San Francisco during January average around R16 520.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around R19 749 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Cape Town for as low as R17 777 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to San Francisco flight.

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

As of March 2026, prices for Cape Town to San Francisco flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	28h 22m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to San Francisco takes 28h 22m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to San Francisco.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to San Francisco by plane?
A flight from Cape Town Intl to San Francisco will travel around 16475,6 km. 28h 22m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport is 7 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco 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 Cape Town to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Cape Town to San Francisco is United Airlines (41% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Virgin Atlantic (17%), KLM (14%), and Turkish Airlines (12%).

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 742	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R16 164	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 458 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 395	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 477 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 901	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 271 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 910	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R19 208	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 811 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 603	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 541 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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