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$634+ 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SFO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Cape Town Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or October, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$915
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$634
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,134
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Cape Town Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/218:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops28h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/3011:59 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops54h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$915
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 1/228:05 amCPT - SFO
1 stop37h 45mDelta
Wed 2/262:33 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop42h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/17$938
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 1/222:30 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops32h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/2610:50 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,186
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 1/2111:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops49h 59mKenya Airways
Thu 1/3010:50 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops52h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,436
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 1/222:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops35h 07mEthiopian Air
Wed 2/2610:55 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops52h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$1,847
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2210:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 17mBritish Airways
Wed 2/265:30 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,279
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 1/245:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops58h 32mTurkish Airlines
Sun 2/166:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$5,347
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/19:30 amCPT - SFO
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Sat 3/153:40 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$5,880

Find flights from Cape Town to San Francisco within your budget

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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

8:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

11:59 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops54h 11m

$915

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

8:05 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

2:33 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 27m

$938

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

2:30 pm-12:52 pm

3 stops32h 22m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

10:50 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops52h 05m

$1,186

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

11:00 pm-2:59 pm

2 stops49h 59m

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

10:50 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops52h 45m

$1,436

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

2:35 pm-3:42 pm

3 stops35h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

3 stops52h 05m

$1,847

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

10:00 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops31h 17m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

5:30 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 30m

$2,279

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/24

5:15 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops58h 32m

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

6:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$5,347

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/1

9:30 am-12:35 pm

2 stops37h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 3/15

3:40 pm-7:40 am

2 stops31h 00m

$5,880

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/17

5:50 am-5:03 pm

3 stops44h 13m

$634

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/19

5:15 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$686

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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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 Cape Town to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Cape Town-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-San Francisco 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 Cape Town-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

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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 December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 65 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 $381). 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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.
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Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to San Francisco round-trip from $915. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $938, and Kenya Airways, from $1,436. United Airlines is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Cape Town to San Francisco are Turkish Airlines ($686), Singapore Airlines ($754), and Delta ($830).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco 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 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 $381). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to San Francisco. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$902Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$993Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,079Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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