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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town from R7 543

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — CPT
Aug 28 — Sep 41
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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 23 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 323

One-way from

R7 543

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R17 934

Good round-trip deal

R13 235 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 603 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 9/9-23/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town
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2/12
  • 2/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 55m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R11 240 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 698 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town
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 23 August 2025.

Tue 9/97:00FRA - CPT
1 stop14h 25mKLM
Thu 23/107:45CPT - FRA
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Deal found 21/8R11 323
Mon 24/1120:15FRA - CPT
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1219:50CPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8R11 341
Mon 17/1120:15FRA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1219:50CPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8R11 358
Sun 26/1011:50FRA - CPT
1 stop33h 05mKLM
Tue 4/118:00CPT - FRA
1 stop28h 05mKLM
Deal found 22/8R11 376
Mon 1/97:00FRA - CPT
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Tue 16/923:15CPT - FRA
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Deal found 22/8R11 394
Sat 22/1112:00FRA - CPT
1 stop17h 45mAir France
Sat 6/128:50CPT - FRA
1 stop14h 15mAir France
Deal found 22/8R11 411
Mon 15/919:20FRA - CPT
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Tue 30/923:15CPT - FRA
1 stop34h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/8R11 429
Tue 18/1114:15FRA - CPT
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/128:50CPT - FRA
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8R11 446
Thu 4/917:55FRA - CPT
1 stop27h 30mKLM
Wed 1/1023:15CPT - FRA
1 stop34h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/8R11 464
Wed 10/97:00FRA - CPT
1 stop14h 25mKLM
Thu 23/107:45CPT - FRA
1 stop25h 50mKLM
Deal found 21/8R11 482
Wed 26/1120:45FRA - CPT
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1218:45CPT - FRA
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8R11 517
Wed 3/1220:15FRA - CPT
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/219:50CPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8R11 534

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Customise 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Frankfurt

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 29/10

6:55-21:55

1 stop14h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/11

8:50-22:05

1 stop14h 15m

R11 429

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 2/9

7:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

23:15-11:00

1 stop35h 45m

R11 446

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 22/9

20:30-12:00

1 stop15h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/10

17:00-5:15

Nonstop12h 15m

R11 464

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/9

17:55-21:25

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/10

14:00-9:00

2 stops19h 00m

R11 622

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 22/9

7:00-9:45

2 stops26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/10

23:15-17:15

1 stop18h 00m

R11 692

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 2/11

20:40-22:05

2 stops24h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/12

9:00-8:15

1 stop24h 15m

R12 589

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 22/11

14:45-7:30

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

9:00-8:10

2 stops24h 10m

R12 589

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 20/11

14:50-7:30

1 stop15h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

9:00-8:10

2 stops24h 10m

R12 589

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 2/9

7:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

23:00-13:35

1 stop14h 35m

R12 888

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/1

21:35-13:45

1 stop15h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

13:50-5:45

1 stop16h 55m

R12 976

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town

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 return flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town is 64 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.

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 R110). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 23 August 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

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 23 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town, such as KLM, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 387 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 387 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 387 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
838 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 387 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
278 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 387 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 350 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 387 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Condor
6,3
Okay
353 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 387 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Frankfurt am Main; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Frankfurt am Main per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Frankfurt am Main. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town can take about 14h 25m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 446. The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town is about 9387 km.

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

    Flying on Condor is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R7 092. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at R8 287 and R12 466, respectively. You may be able to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider ANA (73%), United Airlines (73%) or Lufthansa (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R6 608. While the most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for R8 985 on average our data indicates R13 214 when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town.

  • 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 holiday 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 R110). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR7 092AverageR19 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 287AverageR17 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 466AverageR16 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 080AverageR17 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 403AverageR15 303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR14 187AverageR17 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR16 048AverageR17 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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