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

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 49% 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.

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 January 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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16:30 - 12:05

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R15 942Delta

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

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R15 975United Airlines

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R15 991United Airlines

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R16 188United Airlines

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R16 204Delta

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R16 270Delta

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R16 958KLM

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Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Jan 19

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

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SFO15:35San Francisco

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SFO23:20San Francisco

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R31 573

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Feb 19

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

58h 23m

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SFO15:48San Francisco

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SFO22:40San Francisco

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CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

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CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

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SFO15:48San Francisco

Feb 23

SFO22:40San Francisco

29h 05m

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CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

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Jan 19

CPT21:30Cape Town Intl

35h 55m

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SFO23:25San Francisco

Feb 1

SFO11:40San Francisco

21h 35m

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R15 090

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Feb 6

CPT21:30Cape Town Intl

30h 13m

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SFO17:43San Francisco

Feb 14

SFO8:00San Francisco

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CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

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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 319.

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 953 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 R15 205 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 56% 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 January 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 15m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to San Francisco takes 28h 15m

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 15m 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 January 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 (38% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are KLM (14%), Turkish Airlines (13%), and Virgin Atlantic (12%).

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 091	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 164 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 806	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 440 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R17 288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 172 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R17 736	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 431 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 230	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 715 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R18 370	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 676 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 274	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 467 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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