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San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 8/2
9:40-9:25
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 22/2
10:40-7:50
2 stops31h 10m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 26/11
23:30-13:35
3 stops52h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/12
14:25-13:44
3 stops33h 19m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 27/10
6:00-13:35
3 stops70h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/11
14:25-14:45
3 stops34h 20m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 9/2
22:00-13:35
3 stops53h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 23/2
14:25-12:45
3 stops32h 20m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 18/1
21:40-22:05
2 stops38h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 30/1
14:20-12:45
2 stops32h 25m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 11/1
23:05-22:05
2 stops37h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 25/1
14:25-20:30
3 stops40h 05m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 4/2
23:35-13:35
3 stops52h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 18/2
14:25-17:06
3 stops36h 41m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 12/1
23:05-13:35
3 stops52h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 26/1
14:25-14:45
3 stops34h 20m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 18/1
15:51-22:05
2 stops44h 14m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 30/1
14:20-12:45
2 stops32h 25m
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 2/11
20:50-13:35
3 stops54h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 16/11
14:25-12:39
3 stops32h 14m
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Cape Town
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Cape Town?
Prices are currently low for flights on this route.
Typical prices usually range from R24 373 to R30 702.The lowest price recently found on this route was R19 614.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?
The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from San Francisco, with most prices found around R20 242. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of April, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R24 373.
How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R28 805 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 San Francisco for as low as R22 142 on momondo.
Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Cape Town flights?
You could potentially save up to 33% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Cape Town flight.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Cape Town
How far is San Francisco to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The distance between San Francisco and Cape Town Intl is about 16474,6 km. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
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 San Francisco Airport 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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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cape Town from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
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I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Cape Town, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Cape Town from San Francisco and alert you when they change.