Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, KLM and Turkish Airlines 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 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 8 as of December 2025.

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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34h 10m1 stop

6:05 - 19:15

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27h 10m1 stop

R15 308Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 19

9:25 - 16:30

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41h 05m1 stop

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R16 125SWISS

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Mar 11

21:30 - 17:48

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30h 18m1 stop

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30h 45m2 stops

R16 142Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 19

20:50 - 14:40

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R16 192Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4

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R16 225Virgin Atlantic

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20:50 - 14:40

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R16 292Delta

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Mar 11

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6:05 - 19:15

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R16 309Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4

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R16 325United Airlines

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R16 442United Airlines

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R16 475Delta

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SWISS flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Feb 4

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

41h 05m

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SFO16:30San Francisco

Mar 11

SFO20:25San Francisco

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Dec 31

CPT9:00Cape Town Intl

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Dec 31

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

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Feb 4

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

27h 50m

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SFO14:40San Francisco

Mar 11

SFO20:55San Francisco

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CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

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Feb 15

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

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Mar 31

SFO7:00San Francisco

29h 25m

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Feb 15

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

31h 06m

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SFO6:00San Francisco

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20:50-14:40

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7:00-21:25

2 stops29h 25m

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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 609.

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 126 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 393 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% 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 December 2025, prices for Cape Town to San Francisco flights are approximately 10% 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	34h 37m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to San Francisco takes 34h 37m

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. 34h 37m 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 8 as of December 2025.
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 (38% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are KLM (14%), Turkish Airlines (13%), and Virgin Atlantic (12%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 280	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 124 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 677 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 087	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 435 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R17 595	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 133 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R17 846	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 422 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 554	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 698 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R18 696	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 626 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 322	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 448 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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