How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town on average per day?

As of July 2026, 2 flights take off from Frankfurt am Main and land in Cape Town each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town on average per week?

As of July 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Condor, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main according to our data. Condor is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 8% of flights between Frankfurt am Main and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 183 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flights?

According to our data, Condor have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl?

KLM is the most popular carrier operating from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport?

There are 6 operators available for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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17:35 - 5:50

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7:55 - 22:05

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Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 25

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Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13

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Nov 11

FRA17:35Frankfurt am Main

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CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

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CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

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Jul 8

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Jul 8

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CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

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Aug 24

FRA10:15Frankfurt am Main

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CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

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Sept 21

FRA18:40Frankfurt am Main

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CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

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FRA11:05Frankfurt am Main

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Aug 30

FRA7:00Frankfurt am Main

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CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Frankfurt am Main and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main, with most prices found around R5 173. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R7 083.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R14 524. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Friday is R22 418.

What is the cheapest Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R15 726 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main for as low as R13 187 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	11h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The fastest flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town takes 11h 15m

Direct flights go from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town every day.

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Frankfurt am Main there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

How far is Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl is 9387,3 km. Typically, this will take 11h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 299	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 008 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Iberia	PriceFrom R9 169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,0 3 250 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Condor	PriceFrom R9 482	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 483 reviews	Search Condor flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 635	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 532 reviews	Search KLM flights
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