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$500+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — CPT
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday 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 4, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Average price

$860

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$500
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/3010:15 pmFRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/247:50 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$711
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 12/38:45 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop24h 10mSWISS
Tue 12/247:50 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Deal found 11/3$720
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/110:15 pmFRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 40mLufthansa
Tue 1/289:30 amCPT - FRA
1 stop13h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4$722
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/116:55 amFRA - CPT
1 stop13h 35mKLM
Wed 11/2711:20 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop20h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/4$767
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/189:35 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/51:50 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/3$788
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/59:55 pmFRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 55mCondor
Wed 12/186:15 pmCPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mCondor
Deal found 11/4$805
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/78:40 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop19h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 1/3012:35 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop19h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$832
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 11/139:10 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop18h 35mEmirates
Sat 2/86:25 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop38h 10mEmirates
Deal found 11/3$915
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/26:20 pmFRA - CPT
1 stop16h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/285:15 pmCPT - FRA
1 stop21h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4$919
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 11/278:05 pmFRA - CPT
2 stops24h 25mAir France
Mon 12/1611:59 pmCPT - FRA
2 stops20h 16mAir France
Deal found 11/4$930

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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/21

9:55 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop11h 55m

$651

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/13

11:30 am-10:30 am

2 stops22h 00m

$653

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 3/30

7:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$660

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/1

7:55 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$684

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 11/12

3:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$686

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 11/11

9:10 pm-11:40 am

1 stop37h 30m

$730

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 12/5

7:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$748

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/30

2:15 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$839

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/30

10:15 pm-10:55 am

Nonstop11h 40m

$1,005

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/13

9:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$1,163

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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 Frankfurt to Cape Town in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Frankfurt with our price prediction graph.
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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 1, 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 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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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 $1,285). 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 4, 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 12% 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 4, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town, such as Lufthansa, SWISS and Ethiopian Air. 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
3,540 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

South African
7.8
Good
93 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,646 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,883 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

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 2 flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl per day from 7 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $500, but on average you can expect to pay $743.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town under $700. A good price for a nonstop flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town is less than $977.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town for under $800?

    There are currently 13+ open flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

    According to our current data, Condor ($658), Lufthansa ($706), and SWISS ($720) 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 32% 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 Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $530. Users have also found prices from $614 and $660 on Condor 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 (100%), Condor (83%), United Airlines( 70%).

  • 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 $356. On average you can expect to pay $983. The most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for $790.

  • What does FRA to CPT mean?

    FRA stands for Frankfurt am Main 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Frankfurt 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.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town with specific airlines?

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

  • 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • 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 $1,285). 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 7 airlines flying from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$360Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$406Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$640Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$668Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$737Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$782Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$787Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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