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

Singapore Airlines 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.

R13 770 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 521 to R37 872. The lowest price recently found on this route was R20 483.

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21:00 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

54h 35m

3 stops

23:25 - 21:39

CPT

SFO

56h 14m

2 stops

R20 483Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

22:30 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

54h 05m

3 stops

14:25 - 13:38

CPT

SFO

32h 13m

3 stops

R20 549Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27

23:59 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 36m

3 stops

14:25 - 13:10

CPT

SFO

31h 45m

3 stops

R20 598Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

22:30 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

54h 05m

3 stops

14:25 - 21:28

CPT

SFO

40h 03m

3 stops

R20 631Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 22

22:35 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

54h 00m

3 stops

7:20 - 19:15

CPT

SFO

44h 55m

2 stops

R20 647Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

21:00 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

54h 35m

3 stops

14:25 - 12:22

CPT

SFO

31h 57m

3 stops

R20 663Kenya Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15

20:25 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

56h 10m

3 stops

14:25 - 23:31

CPT

SFO

42h 06m

3 stops

R20 680Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

20:25 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

56h 10m

3 stops

14:25 - 21:28

CPT

SFO

40h 03m

3 stops

R20 696Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20

22:55 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 40m

3 stops

7:20 - 12:22

CPT

SFO

39h 02m

2 stops

R20 712Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1

20:25 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

56h 10m

3 stops

14:25 - 23:31

CPT

SFO

42h 06m

3 stops

R20 745Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

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Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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Kenya Airways

Nov 1

SFO21:00San Francisco

54h 35m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 15

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

31h 57m

3 stops

SFO12:22San Francisco

R20 663

Kenya Airways

Oct 13

SFO22:30San Francisco

54h 05m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Oct 20

CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

40h 45m

2 stops

SFO15:05San Francisco

R20 827

Kenya Airways

Nov 1

SFO20:55San Francisco

54h 40m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 15

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

31h 57m

3 stops

SFO12:22San Francisco

R20 843

Iberia flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Our best Iberia deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flight tickets

Iberia

Jan 12

SFO17:25San Francisco

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Jan 26

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

SFO18:35San Francisco

R22 906

Iberia

Jan 12

SFO10:28San Francisco

35h 37m

2 stops

CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Jan 26

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

SFO14:55San Francisco

R22 972

Iberia

Jan 10

SFO14:00San Francisco

32h 05m

2 stops

CPT8:05Cape Town Intl

Jan 24

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

30h 00m

1 stop

SFO14:55San Francisco

R22 988

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21:00-13:35

3 stops54h 35m

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23:25-21:39

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R20 483

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14:25-13:38

3 stops32h 13m

R20 549

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SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

23:59-13:35

3 stops52h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

14:25-13:10

3 stops31h 45m

R20 598

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22:30-13:35

3 stops54h 05m

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Thu 22/10

14:25-21:28

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R20 631

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Tue 1/9

22:35-13:35

3 stops54h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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7:20-19:15

2 stops44h 55m

R20 647

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SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

21:00-13:35

3 stops54h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

14:25-12:22

3 stops31h 57m

R20 663

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 680

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

20:25-13:35

3 stops56h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

14:25-21:28

3 stops40h 03m

R20 696

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 17/11

22:55-13:35

3 stops52h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

7:20-12:22

2 stops39h 02m

R20 712

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 745

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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 843. 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 497.

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 918 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 496 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 45% 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	27h 45m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 27h 45m

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 27h 45m.
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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