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$639+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — CPT
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or January, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 November 21, 2024.

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$735
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$639
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This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/36:55 amFRA - CPT
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/248:30 amCPT - FRA
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$744
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 11/246:35 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop25h 55mKLM
Thu 12/511:20 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop20h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/20$747
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 11/245:30 pmFRA - CPT
2 stops27h 00mAir France
Thu 12/511:20 pmCPT - FRA
2 stops20h 55mAir France
Deal found 11/20$788
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/86:15 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Tue 12/247:50 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
Deal found 11/20$811
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/810:15 pmFRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 40mLufthansa
Tue 12/176:30 pmCPT - FRA
Nonstop11h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 11/21$824
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/49:55 pmFRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 55mCondor
Wed 12/116:15 pmCPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mCondor
Deal found 11/20$877
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/311:50 amFRA - CPT
3 stops24h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 12/242:25 pmCPT - FRA
3 stops48h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/20$973
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/108:40 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop19h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 12/2412:35 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop19h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,083
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 11/219:35 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop15h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/51:50 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,088

Find flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/19

10:15 pm-10:55 am

Nonstop11h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/15

6:05 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop11h 25m

$735

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 12/3

6:55 am-9:30 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/24

8:30 am-10:05 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$744

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 2/19

7:20 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/19

8:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop26h 30m

$749

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/28

8:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/11

7:50 pm-8:10 am

1 stop13h 20m

$751

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/18

5:35 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/24

3:20 pm-9:00 am

2 stops18h 40m

$765

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 2/26

9:35 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

1:50 pm-5:45 am

1 stop16h 55m

$775

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 4/28

5:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/7

1:00 pm-7:15 am

1 stop18h 15m

$786

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 3/29

8:40 pm-9:35 am

Nonstop11h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/21

5:15 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop12h 10m

$810

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/9

3:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/29

4:35 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$857

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 2/25

9:10 pm-11:40 am

1 stop37h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/5

6:25 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$869

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Frankfurt to Cape Town in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Frankfurt am Main Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-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 Frankfurt am Main Airport-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 11 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 FRA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 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 November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town, such as Lufthansa, KLM and SWISS. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

South African
7.7
Good
87 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 3 flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($735), KLM ($749), and SWISS ($751) offers the cheapest pricing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town. You may be able to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Condor. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $639. Users have also found prices from $649 and $650 on Air France and KLM, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: South African (93%), Condor (89%), United Airlines( 71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town is $327. On average you can expect to pay $896. The most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for $761.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$360Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$668Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$757Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$782Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$787Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$826Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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