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

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

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.

R12 574 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Cape Town in 2026

Q: 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 R29 077 to R38 052. The lowest price recently found on this route was R20 497.

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22:55 - 22:05

SFO

CPT

37h 10m

2 stops

14:25 - 13:38

CPT

SFO

33h 13m

3 stops

R20 497Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

23:59 - 22:10

SFO

CPT

37h 11m

2 stops

14:25 - 19:35

CPT

SFO

39h 10m

3 stops

R20 513Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

21:00 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

54h 35m

3 stops

14:25 - 16:37

CPT

SFO

36h 12m

3 stops

R20 711Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1

22:35 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

54h 00m

3 stops

14:25 - 13:10

CPT

SFO

31h 45m

3 stops

R20 743Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5

20:25 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

56h 10m

3 stops

14:25 - 23:31

CPT

SFO

42h 06m

3 stops

R20 875Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

22:45 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 50m

3 stops

14:25 - 9:30

CPT

SFO

53h 05m

3 stops

R20 891Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15

22:45 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 50m

3 stops

14:25 - 9:30

CPT

SFO

53h 05m

3 stops

R20 908Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15

23:50 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 45m

3 stops

14:25 - 10:40

CPT

SFO

53h 15m

3 stops

R21 056Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

23:50 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 45m

3 stops

14:25 - 10:40

CPT

SFO

53h 15m

3 stops

R21 072Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

23:50 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 45m

3 stops

14:25 - 10:40

CPT

SFO

53h 15m

3 stops

R21 105Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

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Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines

Nov 22

SFO9:40San Francisco

37h 45m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

31h 10m

2 stops

SFO7:50San Francisco

R22 880

Singapore Airlines

Nov 9

SFO9:40San Francisco

37h 45m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

31h 10m

2 stops

SFO7:50San Francisco

R22 897

Singapore Airlines

Nov 2

SFO9:40San Francisco

85h 45m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 16

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

31h 10m

2 stops

SFO7:50San Francisco

R23 077

Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Kenya Airways deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Sept 15

SFO23:50San Francisco

52h 45m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Sept 28

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

53h 15m

3 stops

SFO10:40San Francisco

R21 056

Kenya Airways

Sept 15

SFO23:50San Francisco

52h 45m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Sept 28

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

53h 15m

3 stops

SFO10:40San Francisco

R21 072

Kenya Airways

Sept 15

SFO23:50San Francisco

52h 45m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Sept 28

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

53h 15m

3 stops

SFO10:40San Francisco

R21 105

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Mon 2/11

22:55-22:05

2 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

14:25-13:38

3 stops33h 13m

R20 497

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 19/10

23:59-22:10

2 stops37h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

14:25-19:35

3 stops39h 10m

R20 513

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 17/11

21:00-13:35

3 stops54h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

14:25-16:37

3 stops36h 12m

R20 711

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 21/9

22:35-13:35

3 stops54h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

14:25-13:10

3 stops31h 45m

R20 743

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

20:25-13:35

3 stops56h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

14:25-23:31

3 stops42h 06m

R20 875

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

22:45-13:35

3 stops52h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

14:25-9:30

3 stops53h 05m

R20 891

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

22:45-13:35

3 stops52h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

14:25-9:30

3 stops53h 05m

R20 908

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

23:50-13:35

3 stops52h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

14:25-10:40

3 stops53h 15m

R21 056

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

23:50-13:35

3 stops52h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

14:25-10:40

3 stops53h 15m

R21 072

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

23:50-13:35

3 stops52h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

14:25-10:40

3 stops53h 15m

R21 105

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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?

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 924. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of April, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R22 584.

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 R27 531 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 R23 110 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Cape Town flight.

How have San Francisco to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

When to book flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	22h 10m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 22h 10m

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

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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 22h 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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