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

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

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Virgin Atlantic 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 47% 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 February 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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21:30 - 19:19

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SFO

30h 49m

1 stop

8:00 - 19:15

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CPT

26h 15m

1 stop

R14 437Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 22

20:50 - 15:40

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27h 50m

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19h 55m

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R15 799Delta

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

20:50 - 21:13

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33h 23m

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6:00 - 19:15

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28h 15m

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R15 879Delta

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

8:00 - 12:50

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37h 50m

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R15 975Delta

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22:35 - 19:15

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R16 055Delta

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R16 280Delta

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R16 440United Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Fri, Mar 27

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R16 472United Airlines

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R16 584Kenya Airways

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15

Delta flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Mar 18

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

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SFO15:40San Francisco

Mar 25

SFO14:20San Francisco

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Mar 18

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

33h 23m

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SFO21:13San Francisco

Mar 25

SFO6:00San Francisco

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CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

R15 879

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Mar 17

CPT8:00Cape Town Intl

37h 50m

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SFO12:50San Francisco

Mar 24

SFO22:55San Francisco

35h 20m

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CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

R15 975

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Feb 19

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

27h 17m

2 stops

SFO14:07San Francisco

Mar 4

SFO5:10San Francisco

26h 50m

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CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

R15 414

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Mar 17

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

37h 38m

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SFO1:28San Francisco

Mar 27

SFO22:45San Francisco

31h 35m

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CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

R16 440

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Mar 8

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

31h 44m

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SFO19:34San Francisco

Mar 22

SFO22:40San Francisco

24h 00m

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CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

R16 472

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R16 472

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20:25-15:45

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17:55-7:05

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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 R15 575.

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 R18 293 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 R16 664 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 28% 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 February 2026, prices for Cape Town to San Francisco flights are approximately 7% 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	30h 49m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to San Francisco takes 30h 49m

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. 30h 49m 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 February 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 (39% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Turkish Airlines (15%), Virgin Atlantic (14%), and KLM (14%).

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 823	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 874	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 317 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 458	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 457 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 223 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 828	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 964	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 752 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 849	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 522 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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