Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT) from $766

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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — CPT
jun. 4 — jun. 111

The best prices from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday 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 mayo 30, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$1,254

One-way from

$1,006
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Cape Town Intl

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

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 12% on the overall cost on flights from San Francisco to Cape Town.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to Cape Town, book at least 15 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 38% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,503 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,908.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Cape Town from San Francisco average $1,523. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,523, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as $998. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 16%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CPT?

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 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found from San Francisco to Cape Town. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
dom. 9/2911:35 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/118:00 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop24h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,381
dom. 9/2910:45 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 35mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/138:00 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop35h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,392
sáb. 9/282:40 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop34h 15mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/107:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop24h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,411
sáb. 11/912:32 amSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 28mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/188:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,431
mar. 11/51:35 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 05mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/128:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop33h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,442
dom. 11/1010:40 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 30mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/188:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops30h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,443
mar. 10/2912:32 amSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 28mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/248:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop30h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,481
mié. 8/1412:15 amSFO - CPT
2 stops30h 05mUnited Airlines
vie. 9/135:45 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops30h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,515

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between San Francisco and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Ethiopian Air flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Cape Town. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
mar. 10/19:40 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 50mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/241:50 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops34h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$1,187
dom. 10/611:35 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops29h 55mEthiopian Air
vie. 10/252:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops35h 43mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$1,376
mar. 10/19:40 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 50mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/241:50 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops36h 28mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/30$1,378
mar. 6/410:40 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops30h 50mEthiopian Air
vie. 7/52:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$2,262
mar. 6/410:40 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops54h 05mEthiopian Air
vie. 7/52:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$2,639
mar. 6/410:35 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
vie. 6/72:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$8,652

Cheap San Francisco to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on mayo 30, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Cape Town in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
lun. 6/1711:45 amSFO - CPT
1 stop21h 05mDelta
dom. 6/309:30 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/30$1,562
vie. 6/2110:55 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 55mDelta
dom. 7/219:30 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop28h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/29$1,588
vie. 6/219:45 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop35h 05mDelta
dom. 7/2111:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops33h 21mDelta
Deal found 5/29$1,622
mar. 6/1810:05 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops50h 55mAir Canada
mar. 6/255:45 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops33h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 5/29$1,644
dom. 6/161:10 amSFO - CPT
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
dom. 6/308:00 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop30h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,662
jue. 6/207:30 amSFO - CPT
1 stop25h 20mDelta
dom. 6/309:30 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop28h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/30$1,677
vie. 6/79:30 amSFO - CPT
2 stops26h 55mKLM
mié. 7/1711:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops30h 33mKLM
Deal found 5/29$1,680
mié. 6/194:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
mié. 7/31:00 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,688
jue. 6/207:30 amSFO - CPT
1 stop25h 20mDelta
dom. 6/3011:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops35h 17mDelta
Deal found 5/29$1,710

San Francisco to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Cape Town in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
mar. 11/59:00 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops36h 55mKenya Airways
mar. 11/129:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops51h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,045
mar. 9/2410:45 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/72:30 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops41h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,077
lun. 9/96:35 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
mié. 10/94:35 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,101
lun. 12/306:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
jue. 1/165:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,109
lun. 12/306:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
vie. 1/175:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,130
dom. 9/151:15 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop37h 35mTurkish Airlines
lun. 10/144:35 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,158
lun. 9/166:35 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
lun. 10/144:35 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,167
sáb. 9/283:00 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops61h 40mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/82:30 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops38h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,172
dom. 11/106:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
lun. 11/185:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,185

San Francisco to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from San Francisco to Cape Town. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
vie. 6/79:30 amSFO - CPT
2 stops26h 55mKLM
mié. 7/1711:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops30h 33mKLM
Deal found 5/29$1,680
vie. 6/711:55 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 55mDelta
mié. 7/1711:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops35h 04mDelta
Deal found 5/29$1,723
mar. 6/44:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
vie. 7/51:00 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,964
mar. 6/44:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
vie. 7/53:20 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops55h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,993
mar. 6/412:50 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops37h 00mQatar Airways
vie. 7/56:10 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops52h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$2,064
vie. 6/71:15 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop37h 35mTurkish Airlines
mié. 7/174:35 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$2,065
mar. 6/410:40 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops30h 50mEthiopian Air
vie. 7/52:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$2,262
vie. 6/79:30 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops55h 10mKenya Airways
mié. 7/172:30 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 49mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$2,477
mar. 6/410:40 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops54h 05mEthiopian Air
vie. 7/52:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/29$2,639

One-way flights to Cape Town from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from San Francisco to Cape Town can select one of these great deals. Users needing a return flight from San Francisco to Cape Town should utilize the search form above.
mar. 7/164:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$766
sáb. 10/1212:50 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$774
jue. 10/104:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$780
vie. 10/114:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$789
dom. 7/286:00 amSFO - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$816
mié. 10/94:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$828
mar. 7/1611:12 amSFO - CPT
2 stops38h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$848
mié. 10/92:19 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops35h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$858
jue. 10/104:10 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops62h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/29$862

Find flights from San Francisco to Cape Town within your budget

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$1,045 - $1,425

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San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

mar. 11/5

2 stops36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/12

2 stops51h 55m

$1,045

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

mar. 9/24

2 stops37h 55m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/7

3 stops41h 42m

$1,077

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

lun. 9/9

1 stop32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 10/9

1 stop27h 45m

$1,101

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

mar. 10/1

2 stops31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/24

3 stops34h 38m

$1,187

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

mié. 10/9

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 10/23

1 stop33h 50m

$1,283

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

dom. 9/29

2 stops30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 10/11

1 stop24h 05m

$1,381

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

mié. 9/18

1 stop41h 40m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/13

1 stop32h 29m

$1,387

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

mar. 10/1

2 stops33h 50m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/24

1 stop30h 05m

$1,406

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

dom. 9/15

2 stops27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/14

2 stops30h 20m

$1,425

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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 May 24, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Cape Town is 75 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.
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Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

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CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

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 mayo 30, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines from San Francisco to Cape Town to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.9
Good
1,520 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.9
Good
48 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.8
Good
1,954 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.7
Good
4,339 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Cape Town for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Cape Town for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $1,045, but on average you can expect to pay $1,185.

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    There are currently 17+ open flights from San Francisco to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.

  • 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 Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,045 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at $1,101 and $1,187 round-trip. Kenya Airways is priced at 31% 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 $766 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $828 and RwandAir from $862 one-way.

  • What does SFO to CPT mean?

    SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while CPT stands for Cape Town Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • 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, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye more than anywhere else. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.7 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 $57.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Washington, D.C.?

    The majority of Washington, D.C. visitors spend their time at White House, National Mall, and Smithsonian American Art Museum. White House, National Mall, and Smithsonian American Art Museum can be accessed by traveling approximately 22.4 mi, 23.3 mi, and 23.2 mi, respectively from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Washington, D.C. can rent a car from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl for about $58 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 extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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    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.

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Cape Town?

  • 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 $1,254). Flying from San Francisco to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,743). 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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SWISSCheapest$954Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,105Average$1,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapest$1,146Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$1,232Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,259Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,275Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest$1,282Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IberiaCheapest$1,338Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,416Average$1,736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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