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$571+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — CPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Cape Town

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Round-trip from

$660
(Expedia)

One-way from

$571
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$885

Good one-way deal

$662 or less
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/208:50 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/51:10 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$660
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1910:15 pmFRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 45mLufthansa
Sun 1/186:40 pmCPT - FRA
Nonstop11h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$686
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2411:50 amFRA - CPT
1 stop17h 20mKLM
Sat 12/138:00 amCPT - FRA
1 stop26h 35mKLM
Deal found 6/10$702
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:35 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/113:25 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10$712
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:25 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop16h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 1/315:15 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$728
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/232:45 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop30h 20mSWISS
Fri 12/129:00 amCPT - FRA
1 stop29h 15mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$730
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/288:20 pmFRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mCondor
Tue 12/166:10 pmCPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 15mCondor
Deal found 6/11$810
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:15 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop17h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 10/21:00 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$860

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Frankfurt

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Cape Town

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Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 9/20

8:50 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

1:10 pm-5:15 am

1 stop16h 05m

$660

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/19

10:15 pm-11:00 am

Nonstop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/18

6:40 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop11h 50m

$686

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 11/24

11:50 am-6:10 am

1 stop17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/13

8:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop26h 35m

$702

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 10/27

9:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

3:25 pm-5:45 am

1 stop15h 20m

$712

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/3

6:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/31

5:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$728

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 11/23

2:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

9:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$730

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 11/28

8:20 pm-9:10 am

Nonstop11h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/16

6:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop12h 15m

$810

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/16

5:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/2

1:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$860

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

9:00 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops41h 35m

$571

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/15

5:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops49h 10m

$635

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The best insider tips for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town trip
Airports
FRA

Book a free fast-track security slot via FRA SmartWay to save time. Available 72 hours before departure for T1A, T1B, and T2 Schengen areas.

Read more about FRAby Blane Bachelor
CPT

Use Uber or Bolt for convenient and inexpensive transport from CPT to Cape Town. They offer various sizes for different party sizes and luggage.

Read more about CPTby John Walton
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on FRA

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on CPT

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Frankfurt with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FRA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town, such as Emirates, KLM and SWISS. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There is 1 flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($686), KLM ($702), and Ethiopian Air ($712) offers the cheapest pricing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town. You may be able to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $635. Users have also found prices from $637 and $668 on Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (100%), ANA (77%), United Airlines( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town is $511. On average you can expect to pay $919. The most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for $728.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$370Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$694Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$759Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$769Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$780Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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