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

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

As of March 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.

R12 149 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 R33 076 to R17 727. The lowest price recently found on this route was R20 020.

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22:55 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

53h 40m

3 stops

14:25 - 18:23

CPT

SFO

36h 58m

3 stops

R20 020Kenya Airways

Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 6

11:45 - 9:25

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36h 40m

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10:40 - 9:50

CPT

SFO

32h 10m

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R20 619Singapore Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

22:45 - 22:10

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38h 25m

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40h 39m

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R20 876Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

22:45 - 13:35

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CPT

53h 50m

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14:25 - 18:39

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37h 14m

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R21 081Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

16:00 - 13:35

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60h 35m

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23:30 - 23:42

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57h 12m

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R21 201Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 23

11:45 - 9:25

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36h 40m

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10:40 - 9:50

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32h 10m

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R21 406Singapore Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7

11:45 - 9:25

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36h 40m

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10:40 - 9:50

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32h 10m

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R21 475Singapore Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Sep 3

23:55 - 13:35

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7:20 - 18:29

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44h 09m

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R21 526Kenya Airways

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12

22:55 - 13:35

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53h 40m

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23:30 - 18:23

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51h 53m

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R21 629Kenya Airways

Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 6

22:55 - 13:00

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53h 05m

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7:20 - 18:29

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44h 09m

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R21 731Kenya Airways

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 26

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Aug 25

SFO15:55San Francisco

33h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Sept 8

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

52h 10m

2 stops

SFO13:35San Francisco

R22 792

Qatar Airways

Aug 24

SFO15:55San Francisco

33h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Sept 7

CPT6:05Cape Town Intl

40h 30m

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SFO13:35San Francisco

R22 809

Qatar Airways

Sept 24

SFO15:55San Francisco

33h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 8

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

52h 10m

2 stops

SFO13:35San Francisco

R23 648

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Aug 25

SFO18:45San Francisco

32h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Sept 8

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

33h 05m

1 stop

SFO16:40San Francisco

R23 904

Turkish Airlines

Aug 25

SFO12:55San Francisco

37h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Sept 8

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

33h 05m

1 stop

SFO16:40San Francisco

R24 178

Turkish Airlines

May 7

SFO12:55San Francisco

37h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

May 17

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

27h 15m

1 stop

SFO10:50San Francisco

R24 298

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R21 475

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Tue 28/4

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R21 629

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SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

22:55-13:00

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Cape Town Intl

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7:20-18:29

2 stops44h 09m

R21 731

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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 R21 800. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R23 066.

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 R27 392 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 049 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?

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Fastest flight time	36h 40m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cape Town takes 36h 40m

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 16474,6 km. By plane, this route typically takes 36h 40m.
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 March 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 R21 750	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 825 reviews		Search British Airways flights

Stellenbosch

Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

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