$777+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to San Francisco (SFO)
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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 junio 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $973 (Delta) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $777 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,254 |
Find flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco
Cheapest flights from Cape Town to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
dom. 8/3
8:05 pm-12:03 am
2 stops36h 58m
San Francisco
vie. 8/8
12:50 am-5:50 pm
2 stops32h 00m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
dom. 7/27
8:00 pm-12:05 pm
2 stops25h 05m
San Francisco
dom. 8/3
1:00 pm-9:30 am
2 stops35h 30m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
sáb. 8/2
4:35 pm-10:35 am
1 stop27h 00m
San Francisco
sáb. 8/9
12:40 pm-11:50 am
1 stop38h 10m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
lun. 7/7
2:35 pm-7:05 pm
3 stops37h 30m
San Francisco
dom. 7/20
10:50 pm-1:45 pm
3 stops53h 55m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
dom. 7/6
2:30 pm-7:05 pm
3 stops61h 35m
San Francisco
dom. 7/20
10:50 pm-11:00 pm
2 stops39h 10m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
sáb. 8/2
6:55 pm-5:52 pm
2 stops31h 57m
San Francisco
sáb. 8/9
2:26 pm-11:00 am
2 stops35h 34m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
lun. 7/7
1:00 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop33h 35m
San Francisco
dom. 8/10
3:55 pm-10:50 am
1 stop33h 55m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
jue. 7/10
6:25 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop28h 35m
San Francisco
sáb. 7/19
5:05 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops65h 50m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
dom. 7/13
6:55 pm-11:00 pm
2 stops37h 05m
San Francisco
vie. 7/18
7:20 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 40m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
mié. 7/9
10:40 am-9:40 am
2 stops32h 00m
San Francisco
dom. 8/10
6:00 am-9:25 am
3 stops42h 25m
Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to San Francisco
How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 2 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Cape Town to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 CPT to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
When flying from Cape Town to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.
Rainfall in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
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CPT - DXB
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Top 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$856 | Average$1,059 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$940 | Average$1,104 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,085 | Average$1,515 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |