$783+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CPT
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cape TownExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/19:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 11/1510:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops41h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,107
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/78:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops51h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 11/1310:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops41h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,157
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/29:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops39h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/102:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,165
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 35m
Kenya Airways
Wed 5/132:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops38h 52m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,170
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/2910:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,171
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/159:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops55h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/297:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,177
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1411:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/2810:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,183
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1611:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 9/3010:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,184
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/229:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 11/3010:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,196
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/39:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 11/1110:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,199
Best flights from San Francisco to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Thu 5/141:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,528
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1610:42 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops39h 48m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/307:00 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops39h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,589
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/35:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Tue 5/126:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 3/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,528
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/277:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/77:00 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops39h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,640
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/195:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Thu 4/231:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/17![Emirates logo]()
$1,528
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Tue 5/51:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/16![Emirates logo]()
$1,578
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/125:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Sat 8/228:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 3/17![Emirates logo]()
$1,604
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/25:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Emirates
Sun 9/63:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops55h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 3/16![Emirates logo]()
$1,662
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town. Data last updated March 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town. Data last updated March 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 00m
Kenya Airways
Thu 4/232:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 19m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,210
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 00m
Kenya Airways
Thu 4/302:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 19m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,283
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/302:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,358
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1611:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 4/3010:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,436
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1810:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops46h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/22:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops52h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,264
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/214:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops60h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/42:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 19m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,356
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/238:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/52:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops37h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,389
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2510:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops46h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/112:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops37h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,223
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2510:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops46h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/92:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops52h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,403
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/275:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Thu 5/71:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/20![Emirates logo]()
$1,432
One-way flights from San Francisco to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2311:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$783
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/147:02 am
SFO
- CPT
3 stops51h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$786
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/811:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$833
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/146:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$853
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Wed 5/66:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$857
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/206:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$866
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/73:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$872
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Fri 7/2412:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$894
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/86:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$904
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 3/316:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$913
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,120 (KAYAK) |
One-way from | $783 (Gurufare) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,274 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cape Town that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Wed 5/6
5:05 pm-11:30 am
1 stop33h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/14
1:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop33h 45m
$1,528
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 5/3
5:05 pm-11:30 am
1 stop33h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 5/12
6:25 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop28h 35m
$1,528
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 4/19
5:05 pm-11:30 am
1 stop33h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/23
1:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop33h 45m
$1,528
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 4/23
5:05 pm-11:30 am
1 stop33h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 5/5
1:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop33h 45m
$1,578
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 4/16
10:42 am-11:30 am
2 stops39h 48m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/30
7:00 am-1:35 pm
2 stops39h 35m
$1,589
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Wed 8/12
5:05 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop38h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 8/22
8:00 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 00m
$1,604
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 4/27
7:00 am-11:30 am
2 stops43h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/7
7:00 am-1:35 pm
2 stops39h 35m
$1,640
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Wed 9/2
5:05 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop40h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 9/6
3:20 pm-2:00 pm
2 stops55h 40m
$1,662
Cheapest one-way
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 4/14
7:02 am-7:45 pm
3 stops51h 43m
$786
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 8/8
11:45 am-9:25 am
2 stops36h 40m
$833
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Cape Town
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Cape Town
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Cape Town is 22 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town (average of $854). Flying from San Francisco to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,399). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cape Town?
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 March 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Traveling to a place near Cape Town?
Book flights to Cape Town if you plan to visit one of these locationsPaarl
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Hermanus
Stellenbosch
Gordon's Bay
Wellington
Simon's Town
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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 20, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,921 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,508 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$881 | Average$1,660 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$976 | Average$1,236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,082 | Average$1,794 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,141 | Average$1,416 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,387 | Average$1,780 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,390 | Average$1,514 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,589 | Average$1,804 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$1,650 | Average$1,979 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |