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

As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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.

R9 598 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 R19 909 to R28 555. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 748.

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10:25 - 8:05

SFO

CPT

35h 40m

2 stops

20:35 - 16:00

CPT

SFO

28h 25m

1 stop

R13 748Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 9

16:59 - 8:05

SFO

CPT

29h 06m

2 stops

22:10 - 23:44

CPT

SFO

34h 34m

2 stops

R13 830Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 9

18:30 - 12:10

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CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

18:55 - 16:00

CPT

SFO

30h 05m

1 stop

R13 994American Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23

16:35 - 11:00

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CPT

33h 25m

1 stop

18:50 - 13:50

CPT

SFO

28h 00m

1 stop

R14 011British Airways

Sun, May 10 - Wed, May 20

16:35 - 11:00

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33h 25m

1 stop

18:50 - 13:50

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SFO

28h 00m

1 stop

R14 027American Airlines

Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12

16:35 - 11:00

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33h 25m

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18:50 - 13:50

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SFO

28h 00m

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R14 044British Airways

Thu, Apr 23 - Tue, May 12

16:59 - 8:05

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CPT

30h 06m

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18:55 - 16:00

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SFO

30h 05m

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R14 076American Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23

15:52 - 11:00

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34h 08m

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18:50 - 13:50

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SFO

28h 00m

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R14 093American Airlines

Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12

16:35 - 11:00

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33h 25m

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18:50 - 13:50

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SFO

28h 00m

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R14 109Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 20

16:35 - 11:00

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33h 25m

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18:50 - 13:50

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SFO

28h 00m

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R14 159British Airways

Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 24

British Airways flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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British Airways

May 10

SFO16:35San Francisco

33h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

May 20

CPT18:50Cape Town Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

SFO13:50San Francisco

R14 011

British Airways

Apr 23

SFO16:35San Francisco

33h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

May 12

CPT18:50Cape Town Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

SFO13:50San Francisco

R14 044

British Airways

May 8

SFO16:35San Francisco

33h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

May 24

CPT18:50Cape Town Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

SFO13:50San Francisco

R14 159

American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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American Airlines

Mar 9

SFO18:30San Francisco

28h 35m

1 stop

CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Mar 23

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

30h 05m

1 stop

SFO16:00San Francisco

R13 994

American Airlines

May 9

SFO16:35San Francisco

33h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

May 12

CPT18:50Cape Town Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

SFO13:50San Francisco

R14 027

American Airlines

Mar 9

SFO16:59San Francisco

30h 06m

2 stops

CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Mar 23

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

30h 05m

1 stop

SFO16:00San Francisco

R14 076

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Mon 9/3

18:30-12:10

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

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18:55-16:00

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R13 994

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16:35-11:00

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Cape Town Intl

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Cape Town Intl

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1 stop28h 00m

R14 027

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Cape Town Intl

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1 stop28h 00m

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Mon 9/3

16:59-8:05

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Cape Town Intl

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18:55-16:00

1 stop30h 05m

R14 076

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 9/5

15:52-11:00

2 stops34h 08m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

18:50-13:50

1 stop28h 00m

R14 093

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 6/4

16:35-11:00

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

18:50-13:50

1 stop28h 00m

R14 109

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/5

16:35-11:00

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

18:50-13:50

1 stop28h 00m

R14 159

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from San Francisco, with most prices found around R20 901. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R24 133.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R26 480 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 R21 689 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 27% 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?

As of January 2026, prices for San Francisco to Cape Town flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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	29h 30m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 29h 30m

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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How far is San Francisco to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The distance between San Francisco and Cape Town Intl is about 16475,6 km. By plane, this route typically takes 29h 30m.
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 many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
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.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Cape Town, the leading airline is British Airways, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom R20 854	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 690 reviews		Search British Airways flights

Stellenbosch

Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

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