Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT)

Flight FAQs

From San Francisco to Cape Town

Are flight prices decreasing from San Francisco to Cape Town due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Francisco and Cape Town for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Cape Town for under $800 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Cape Town for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $770, but on average you can expect to pay $867.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Cape Town for under $800 on Cheapflights?

There are no nonstop flights from San Francisco to Cape Town, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

How popular is this flight route?

Flights from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl have been viewed 22 times in the past calendar month.

Does it rain more in San Francisco or Cape Town?

Expected rainfall in San Francisco is more than in Cape Town. You can expect this to be the case over the next 3 days.

Is San Francisco weather warmer or cooler than Cape Town?

With an average temperature of 84 °F, peak weather can be found in February. As a traveler, expect to see changes in flight prices during that period. The temperatures in Cape Town are hotter than in San Francisco.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Cape Town?

Delta, British Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Cape Town in just under 24h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 30m. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Cape Town round-trip from $805. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $889, and Aeromexico, from $942. Turkish Airlines is priced at 38% 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 $598 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $858 and Turkish Airlines from $915 one-way.