Cape Town

$577+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CPT
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or January, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,008
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$577
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,877
From San Francisco to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cape Town
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 July 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 10/287:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/115:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,008
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Tue 10/2810:45 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops53h 50mKenya Airways
Tue 11/117:20 amCPT - SFO
2 stops41h 52mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,162
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 11/46:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/203:20 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,172

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cape Town that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

7:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

5:15 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,008

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

10:45 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops53h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

7:20 am-3:12 pm

2 stops41h 52m

$1,162

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

6:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

3:20 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,172

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

3:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop33h 55m

$577

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

11:00 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops54h 35m

$698

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

10:45 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$924

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 12/11

6:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 00m

$1,018

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 12/11

7:25 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,093

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/30

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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 June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Cape Town is 87 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Turkish 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.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Cape Town is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,008 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Kenya Airways, starting at $1,162. Turkish Airlines is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $577 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $924 and Turkish Airlines from $1,018 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Cape Town?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus more than anywhere else. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $40.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

    The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani can be accessed by traveling approximately 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those looking to explore during their layover in Istanbul can rent a car from Istanbul for about $45 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Cape Town flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$971Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$989Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,043Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,140Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,209Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,210Average$1,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,269Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,281Average$1,691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,292Average$1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,414Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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