$765+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CPT
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 10/268:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/32:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,249
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 11/210:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/162:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,253
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 10/110:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/152:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,261
This BusinessClass 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/162:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops41h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,264
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 9/158:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/282:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,268
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/128:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops48h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/202:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops51h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,271
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sun 11/110:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/152:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,274
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/128:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/202:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops51h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,283
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Mon 9/2811:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 45m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/122:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops51h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,300
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 11/99:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 11/3010:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,307
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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2026.
This Iberia 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:29 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 31m
Iberia
Thu 9/246:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops34h 14m
Iberia
Deal found 6/30![Iberia logo]()
$1,506
This Turkish Airlines 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/224:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,664
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/305:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Emirates
Sat 10/36:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 7/2![Emirates logo]()
$1,713
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 9/13:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/31:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops56h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,728
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/212:50 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops29h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 8/177:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/2![United Airlines logo]()
$1,930
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/37:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops29h 25m
KLM
Wed 8/1211:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops30h 47m
KLM
Deal found 7/1![KLM logo]()
$1,951
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 8/303:39 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops33h 36m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/31:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,858
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/19:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop34h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 8/155:55 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops47h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/30![United Airlines logo]()
$2,005
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 9/189:23 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops35h 07m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/226:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops52h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,980
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town. Data last updated July 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Cape Town. Data last updated July 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/174:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Iberia
Wed 8/266:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 00m
Iberia
Deal found 7/1![Iberia logo]()
$1,485
This Rumbo 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop30h 30m
Iberia
Mon 9/76:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 00m
Iberia
Deal found 6/30![Iberia logo]()
$1,490
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/243:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/71:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/1![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,450
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/2410:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/72:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops36h 52m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/1![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,455
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/254:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops60h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/87:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,365
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 8/254:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops60h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/82:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,378
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/297:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop30h 30m
Iberia
Thu 10/16:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 00m
Iberia
Deal found 7/2![Iberia logo]()
$1,448
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/297:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop30h 30m
Iberia
Fri 10/26:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 00m
Iberia
Deal found 7/2![Iberia logo]()
$1,492
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/313:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/21:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,456
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/3110:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/297:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,468
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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 9/305:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops58h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$765
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/106:04 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$850
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/139:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops55h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$894
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 8/133:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$901
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/83:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$947
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/1012:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$968
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/203:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,004
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/86:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,008
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 7/2212:29 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops50h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,020
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 July 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,249 (KAYAK) |
One-way from | $765 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $2,106 |
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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 July 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
1:29 pm-11:00 am
2 stops36h 31m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 9/24
6:50 pm-8:04 pm
2 stops34h 14m
$1,506
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Fri 9/18
6:45 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 9/22
4:35 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop33h 05m
$1,664
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
5:05 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop40h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 10/3
6:25 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop28h 35m
$1,713
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 9/1
3:55 pm-10:15 am
1 stop33h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 10/3
1:50 pm-1:35 pm
3 stops56h 45m
$1,728
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
3:39 pm-10:15 am
2 stops33h 36m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 10/3
1:15 pm-6:50 pm
2 stops38h 35m
$1,858
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 8/2
12:50 am-3:20 pm
2 stops29h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 8/17
7:50 pm-6:29 pm
3 stops31h 39m
$1,930
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 8/3
7:00 am-9:25 pm
2 stops29h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 8/12
11:15 pm-9:02 pm
2 stops30h 47m
$1,951
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Fri 9/18
9:23 pm-5:30 pm
2 stops35h 07m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 9/22
6:25 pm-1:35 pm
2 stops52h 10m
$1,980
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 8/1
9:15 pm-5:10 pm
1 stop34h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 8/15
5:55 pm-8:38 am
2 stops47h 43m
$2,005
Cheapest one-way
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 11/9
11:00 pm-10:05 pm
2 stops37h 05m
$773
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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 July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 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 | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 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?
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Cape Town is 70 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 $1,273). Flying from San Francisco to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,106). 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 July 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Comfort
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
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Top 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town
Discover the top 9 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 3, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,508 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$878 | Average$1,674 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$982 | Average$1,254 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,240 | Average$1,782 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,387 | Average$1,776 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,414 | Average$1,612 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,416 | Average$1,926 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,473 | Average$1,663 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,650 | Average$1,996 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |