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Cheap flights from Cape Town to San Francisco from R14 311

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 26/4. 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.
CPT — SFO
Apr 2 — Apr 91
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco

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 28 March 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

R16 070

One-way from

R14 652
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
From Cape Town Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to San Francisco

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

Flying to your destination on a Wednesday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to San Francisco. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

To save up to 1% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 55 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Cape Town to San Francisco from R16 791 1-2 weeks out and tickets from R18 078 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Cape Town. Users have commonly found prices around R20 784 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R15 617. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco (CPT - SFO)?

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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight at midday.

Cheap Delta flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Cape Town and San Francisco. 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Delta flights we've detected travelling from Cape Town to San Francisco. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Thu 18/423:15CPT - SFO
2 stops33h 54mDelta
Wed 8/522:10SFO - CPT
2 stops38h 15mDelta
Deal found 28/3R24 628
Thu 18/423:15CPT - SFO
2 stops33h 54mDelta
Tue 7/50:40SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Deal found 28/3R24 685
Sun 2/621:30CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 19mDelta
Fri 7/60:46SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 39mDelta
Deal found 27/3R30 326
Sat 27/423:15CPT - SFO
2 stops31h 32mDelta
Tue 7/50:40SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Deal found 27/3R188 583
Sat 27/423:15CPT - SFO
1 stop45h 30mDelta
Tue 7/50:40SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Deal found 27/3R188 980

Cheap British Airways flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Cape Town and San Francisco. 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available British Airways flights departing from Cape Town and landing in San Francisco. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Sun 2/618:40CPT - SFO
2 stops51h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 8/615:35SFO - CPT
2 stops37h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3R22 678
Thu 18/418:40CPT - SFO
2 stops30h 46mBritish Airways
Wed 8/515:30SFO - CPT
1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/3R25 310

Cheap Cape Town to San Francisco flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to San Francisco specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 18/417:45CPT - SFO
1 stop35h 15mLufthansa
Wed 8/513:45SFO - CPT
1 stop35h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 28/3R20 236
Thu 18/423:15CPT - SFO
2 stops33h 54mDelta
Wed 8/522:10SFO - CPT
2 stops38h 15mDelta
Deal found 28/3R24 628
Thu 18/423:15CPT - SFO
2 stops33h 54mDelta
Tue 7/50:40SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Deal found 28/3R24 685
Thu 18/418:40CPT - SFO
2 stops30h 46mBritish Airways
Wed 8/515:30SFO - CPT
1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/3R25 310
Thu 18/414:30CPT - SFO
3 stops37h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/522:45SFO - CPT
2 stops53h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R27 695
Sat 27/414:05CPT - SFO
2 stops42h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/522:45SFO - CPT
2 stops53h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R77 235
Sat 27/419:50CPT - SFO
2 stops26h 33mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/522:50SFO - CPT
1 stop31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R93 970
Sat 27/413:00CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 8/516:10SFO - CPT
1 stop40h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R110 855
Sat 27/423:15CPT - SFO
2 stops31h 32mDelta
Tue 7/50:40SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Deal found 27/3R188 583

Cape Town to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 18/417:45CPT - SFO
1 stop35h 15mLufthansa
Wed 8/513:45SFO - CPT
1 stop35h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 28/3R20 236
Thu 31/1014:10CPT - SFO
2 stops34h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 4/1122:45SFO - CPT
3 stops52h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/3R20 331
Thu 31/1014:10CPT - SFO
2 stops34h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 4/1122:45SFO - CPT
3 stops52h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/3R20 350
Fri 10/518:40CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/515:35SFO - CPT
1 stop34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R20 956
Sun 2/616:35CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/613:15SFO - CPT
1 stop37h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R21 410
Fri 10/518:40CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/514:25SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R21 562
Sun 2/618:40CPT - SFO
2 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/615:25SFO - CPT
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R22 167
Fri 10/58:50CPT - SFO
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/515:35SFO - CPT
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R22 470
Fri 22/1118:25CPT - SFO
1 stop28h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 22/1214:50SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R22 641

One-way flights to San Francisco from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to San Francisco. 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cape Town to San Francisco. Users needing a return flight from Cape Town to San Francisco should utilize the search form above.
Fri 26/416:35CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R14 311
Tue 9/716:35CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R14 652
Sun 28/419:15CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R14 860
Sun 26/518:05CPT - SFO
2 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R15 447
Fri 26/414:30CPT - SFO
3 stops37h 58mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/3R15 599
Sun 28/419:15CPT - SFO
2 stops50h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R15 712
Sun 26/513:00CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R16 147
Sun 26/513:00CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R16 166
Tue 9/718:40CPT - SFO
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R16 242

Find flights from Cape Town to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to San Francisco 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.

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Any airport

Budget

R20 236 - R37 974

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/4

1 stop35h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

1 stop35h 15m

R20 236

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/5

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 18/5

1 stop34h 25m

R20 956

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/6

1 stop33h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 8/6

1 stop37h 35m

R21 410

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/5

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 18/5

2 stops35h 35m

R21 562

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/6

2 stops51h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 8/6

1 stop34h 35m

R22 167

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/6

2 stops51h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 8/6

2 stops37h 55m

R22 678

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/4

2 stops33h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

2 stops38h 15m

R24 628

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/5

1 stop24h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 17/5

2 stops30h 11m

R26 067

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/6

3 stops42h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 8/6

2 stops30h 10m

R37 974

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Deals found on 28/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Cape Town to San Francisco is 73 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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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to San Francisco is currently R15 460 while a return flight costs R24 187. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco (average of R849). Flying from Cape Town to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 166). 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.

January

R17 359

February

R16 072

March

R17 378

April

R19 441

May

R16 640

June

R17 738

July

R22 073

August

R20 388

September

R16 602

October

R16 413

November

R16 299

December

R17 245

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

11 - 17 °C

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 28 March 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, British Airways and United Airlines from Cape Town to San Francisco have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

7,9
Good
1 192 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

7,8
Good
2 150 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

7,7
Good
4 553 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to San Francisco for under R20 300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to San Francisco for under R20 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just R20 236, but on average you can expect to pay R31 083.

  • 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 R20 236. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from R21 410, and British Airways, from R22 678. Lufthansa is priced at 2% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R14 311 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R14 860 and Kenya Airways from R15 599 one-way.

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

  • What does CPT to SFO mean?

    Great question - CPT to SFO just means Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring 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 Cape Town to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter 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 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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.

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

    Many airlines do 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.

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

    The Cape Town to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco

Discover the top 9 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 192AverageR16 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR16 138AverageR16 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 604AverageR24 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 839AverageR22 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 503AverageR22 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 715AverageR22 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR20 039AverageR21 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 313AverageR26 655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 040AverageR26 535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.