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

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

Which airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and KLM 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 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco Bay Area. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 7 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area as of April 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.

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19:30 - 18:54

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SFO

32h 24m

2 stops

15:55 - 10:15

SFO

CPT

33h 20m

1 stop

R19 989Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 10

7:20 - 13:10

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SFO

38h 50m

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21:00 - 6:00

SFO

CPT

48h 00m

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R20 498Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12

18:25 - 14:00

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SFO

28h 35m

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17:05 - 11:30

SFO

CPT

33h 25m

1 stop

R20 760Emirates

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 10

19:30 - 13:35

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SFO

27h 05m

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15:55 - 10:15

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CPT

33h 20m

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R20 843Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

19:30 - 18:54

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32h 24m

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CPT

37h 45m

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R21 138Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 10

7:20 - 13:10

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38h 50m

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22:45 - 13:35

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R21 187Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12

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27h 05m

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11:22 - 10:15

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37h 53m

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R22 106Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

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60h 13m

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16:10 - 13:35

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60h 25m

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R22 681Kenya Airways

Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2

14:25 - 13:53

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32h 28m

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6:00 - 13:35

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70h 35m

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R22 779Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 10

18:00 - 21:10

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36h 10m

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8:45 - 9:30

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39h 45m

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R263 206Lufthansa

Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area

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Sept 1

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

32h 24m

2 stops

SFO18:54San Francisco

Oct 10

SFO15:55San Francisco

33h 20m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R19 989

Qatar Airways

Aug 17

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

27h 05m

1 stop

SFO13:35San Francisco

Aug 24

SFO15:55San Francisco

33h 20m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R20 843

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Sept 1

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

32h 24m

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SFO18:54San Francisco

Oct 10

SFO11:30San Francisco

37h 45m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R21 138

Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area

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Kenya Airways

Sept 8

CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

38h 50m

2 stops

SFO13:10San Francisco

Sept 12

SFO21:00San Francisco

48h 00m

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CPT6:00Cape Town Intl

R20 498

Kenya Airways

Sept 8

CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

38h 50m

2 stops

SFO13:10San Francisco

Sept 12

SFO22:45San Francisco

53h 50m

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CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

R21 187

Kenya Airways

May 26

CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

60h 13m

2 stops

SFO10:33San Francisco

Jun 2

SFO16:10San Francisco

60h 25m

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CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

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R22 681

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

14:25-13:53

3 stops32h 28m

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3 stops70h 35m

R22 779

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

18:00-21:10

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Fri 12/6

8:45-9:30

2 stops39h 45m

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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 739. The month of January is another great option to travel to San Francisco Bay Area, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R15 952.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R19 226 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 R16 822 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	27h 00m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area takes 27h 00m

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 7 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area as of April 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 28,77% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 13,67%, Embraer 190 with 10,03%, and Boeing 737 with 9,52%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco Bay Area

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 182	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 637	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 571 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 832	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 495 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 320	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 306 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 096	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R18 548	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 873 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 129	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 554 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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