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

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

Which airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco Bay Area. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area were last updated today.

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

There are 6 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area as of July 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Bay Area trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Bay Area. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R11 036 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area in 2026

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20:05 - 23:58

CPT

SFO

36h 53m

1 stop

6:00 - 17:50

SFO

CPT

26h 50m

1 stop

R16 322Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

20:50 - 22:51

CPT

SFO

36h 01m

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23:45 - 18:35

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CPT

32h 50m

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R16 670Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Feb 16

23:15 - 11:45

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SFO

45h 30m

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22:35 - 21:25

SFO

CPT

37h 50m

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R16 852KLM

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25

20:00 - 12:30

CPT

SFO

25h 30m

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21:15 - 17:10

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CPT

34h 55m

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R16 886United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

23:15 - 23:58

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33h 43m

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22:35 - 21:25

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37h 50m

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R16 952KLM

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25

20:00 - 15:28

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23:14 - 15:20

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31h 06m

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R16 968United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11

20:05 - 12:07

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49h 02m

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21:03 - 23:35

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41h 32m

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R27 474Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 13

16:35 - 9:41

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50h 06m

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10:37 - 11:50

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40h 13m

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R29 214Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 22

12:35 - 22:08

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42h 33m

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6:00 - 17:25

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CPT

49h 25m

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R29 363Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

12:35 - 22:08

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42h 33m

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6:00 - 17:25

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CPT

49h 25m

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R29 380Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

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KLM flights from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area

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KLM

Aug 19

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

45h 30m

1 stop

SFO11:45San Francisco

Aug 25

SFO22:35San Francisco

37h 50m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R16 852

KLM

Aug 19

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

33h 43m

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SFO23:58San Francisco

Aug 25

SFO22:35San Francisco

37h 50m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R16 952

KLM

Sept 7

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

37h 05m

1 stop

SFO11:45San Francisco

Sept 14

SFO17:45San Francisco

27h 05m

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CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

R17 068

Air France flights from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area

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Air France

Nov 2

CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

39h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:55San Francisco

Nov 30

SFO15:10San Francisco

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

R17 283

Air France

Nov 2

CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

39h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:55San Francisco

Nov 30

SFO15:10San Francisco

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

R17 316

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20:05-12:07

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16:35-9:41

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R29 214

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CPT - SJC

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

12:35-22:08

2 stops42h 33m

San Jose

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6:00-17:25

2 stops49h 25m

R29 363

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CPT - SJC

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

12:35-22:08

2 stops42h 33m

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Mon 2/11

6:00-17:25

2 stops49h 25m

R29 380

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R15 974. The month of January is another great option to travel to San Francisco Bay Area, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R16 156.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco Bay Area from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco Bay Area for around R21 150 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 Bay Area from Cape Town for as low as R17 863 on momondo.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area.

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Fastest flight time	29h 58m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area takes 29h 58m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Bay Area trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Bay Area. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and San Francisco Bay Area, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 30,10% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 11,79%, Boeing 737 with 10,36%, and Embraer 190 with 7,83%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 329	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 935	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 029 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 544 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 437	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 455 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 616	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 747 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 724	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 636 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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