$713 Cheap flights from San Francisco Intl. to Cape Town Intl. (SFO to CPT)

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The cheapest flights to Cape Town Intl. found within the past 7 days were $1,130 round trip and $713 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 28
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,130 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$1,130
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $1,130 found 16 hours ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,130 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,130
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $1,130 found 3 days ago
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 9
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,150 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,150
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $1,150 found 1 day ago
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 27
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,246 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,246
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 12 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Wed, May 27, priced at $1,246 found 10 hours ago
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,306 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,306
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $1,306 found 1 day ago
Sat, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 16
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,306 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$1,306
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $1,306 found 20 hours ago
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,306 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,306
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $1,306 found 1 day ago
Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,310 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,310
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Thu, May 7 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Thu, May 14, priced at $1,310 found 3 days ago
Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 24
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,352 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$1,352
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $1,352 found 15 hours ago
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 27
SFO
San Francisco
CPT
Cape Town
$1,371 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,371
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Tue, May 12 from San Francisco to Cape Town, returning Wed, May 27, priced at $1,371 found 10 hours ago

Cape Town Intl. flight + hotel packages - economy flights

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

4 out of 5
Price was $2,090, price is now $1,952 per person
$1,952
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT)
One&Only Cape Town

One&Only Cape Town

5 out of 5
Price was $5,476, price is now $4,251 per person
$4,251
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT)
Atlantic Palms

Atlantic Palms

4.5 out of 5
Price was $2,386, price is now $2,072 per person
$2,072
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT)
The Cellars-Hohenort

The Cellars-Hohenort

5 out of 5
Price was $2,543, price is now $2,242 per person
$2,242
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT)
Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

5 out of 5
Price was $2,178, price is now $2,016 per person
$2,016
per person
Dec 16 - Dec 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT)
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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to CPT right now?
For info on any current CPT quarantine requirements and travel advice, go to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Look before you arrange your flight, so you don't get caught up en route.
Are there direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
United Airlines, Lufthansa and American Airlines will fly you to Cape Town from San Francisco with just one stopover. Unfortunately, there aren't any direct flights between SFO and CPT as yet.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from San Francisco Airport to CPT?
It takes about 23 hours and 5 minutes to fly from San Francisco Airport to CPT. For this long-haul flight, you'll want to be as well prepared as possible. Think about bringing a travel pillow for improved sleep, packing some snacks and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing.
What is the flight distance from SFO to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
From San Francisco Airport to CPT, the flight distance is 10,300 mi. It's a lengthy flight, so be sure to bring all the basics. Some compression socks and a fluffy eye mask are good items to begin with.
What airlines fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
You'll have to plan for at least one stopover if you're flying from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cape Town Intl. Airport, as no airlines operate direct flights on this route. Take advantage of your layover time by stretching your legs, freshening up and engaging in a little retail therapy.
What airlines have practices regarding COVID-19 in place and use social distancing?
From the moment you enter the departure terminal to when you leave the arrivals terminal, if you're flying with British Airways, Comair or Qatar Airways you can be sure that COVID-19 measures and social distancing rules have been adhered to. Many airlines have introduced capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from San Francisco to Cape Town

 

Traveling From
San Francisco Intl.
Traveling To
Cape Town Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$1,130

Route Info

Flight path for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.


Origin:
SFO - San Francisco International Airport
Destination:
CPT - Cape Town International Airport
Distance:
11,550.00 miles


Discover our best flights from San Francisco SFO to Cape Town CPT. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from San Francisco SFO to Cape Town CPT at the right price  

Airfares to Cape Town CPT from San Francisco SFO currently cost between $1,130 and $1,371. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from San Francisco SFO to Cape Town CPT 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from San Francisco SFO to Cape Town CPT on Travelocity starting at $713. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Cape Town CPT from San Francisco SFO quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Cape Town faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to CPT from SFO to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from San Francisco SFO to Cape Town CPT

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to CPT from SFO. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from San Francisco SFO to Cape Town CPT today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, April is usually the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco SFO to Cape Town CPT. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Cape Town CPT from San Francisco SFO 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to CPT from SFO have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.