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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport from R7 575

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — FRA
May 3 — May 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in May or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 751

One-way from

R7 575

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 867

Good round-trip deal

R16 425 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 310 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 8/6-21/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main
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31/5
  • 31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 583 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 210 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2025.

Sun 8/618:25CPT - FRA
2 stops22h 50mKLM
Sat 21/611:45FRA - CPT
1 stop33h 40mKLM
Deal found 27/4R13 751
Wed 28/513:05CPT - FRA
1 stop19h 45mEmirates
Wed 4/615:15FRA - CPT
1 stop20h 20mEmirates
Deal found 28/4R13 826
Wed 11/614:00CPT - FRA
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/614:15FRA - CPT
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 863
Sun 8/613:00CPT - FRA
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 23/69:35FRA - CPT
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R13 901
Tue 20/513:50CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/622:05FRA - CPT
1 stop15h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R14 013
Wed 11/614:00CPT - FRA
2 stops19h 00mAir France
Wed 18/618:30FRA - CPT
2 stops18h 10mAir France
Deal found 26/4R14 087
Sun 8/618:05CPT - FRA
Nonstop11h 15mLufthansa
Sat 21/622:15FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 28/4R14 330
Mon 14/716:35CPT - FRA
1 stop17h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 7/822:00FRA - CPT
1 stop37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R15 207
Sun 11/58:40CPT - FRA
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Sun 1/68:50FRA - CPT
2 stops31h 55mSWISS
Deal found 28/4R15 729
Sun 14/97:00CPT - FRA
2 stops31h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 21/914:40FRA - CPT
2 stops26h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/4R17 520
Sun 18/50:30CPT - FRA
1 stop31h 00mTAAG
Thu 22/521:55FRA - CPT
1 stop16h 05mTAAG
Deal found 28/4R17 949
Fri 14/1118:15CPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mCondor
Fri 28/1120:20FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 55mCondor
Deal found 27/4R18 435

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt 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 28 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

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Frankfurt

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

18:25-17:15

2 stops22h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 21/6

11:45-21:25

1 stop33h 40m

R13 751

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/5

13:05-8:50

1 stop19h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/6

15:15-11:35

1 stop20h 20m

R13 826

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/6

14:00-9:00

2 stops19h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 18/6

14:15-21:25

1 stop31h 10m

R13 863

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

13:00-14:35

1 stop25h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 23/6

9:35-10:50

1 stop25h 15m

R13 901

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

13:50-6:25

1 stop16h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 10/6

22:05-13:45

1 stop15h 40m

R14 013

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/6

14:00-9:00

2 stops19h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 18/6

18:30-12:40

2 stops18h 10m

R14 087

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

18:05-5:20

Nonstop11h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 21/6

22:15-9:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R14 330

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/7

16:35-10:00

1 stop17h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 7/8

22:00-11:50

1 stop37h 50m

R15 207

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

8:40-21:00

1 stop36h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 30/5

8:50-15:15

2 stops30h 25m

R15 729

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/9

7:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 21/9

14:40-17:20

2 stops26h 40m

R17 520

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should look to book at least 87 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R684). Flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R846). 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 FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated 28 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 587 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 561 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 444 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Frankfurt. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main. 11 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day.

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

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at R13 751. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R13 826 and R13 901, respectively. Users have found that KLM is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    R7 687 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R8 247 and R8 527, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport consider choosing ANA(61%), United Airlines(61%) or Lufthansa(61%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay R27 673 for a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R9 340 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Frankfurt am Main) is currently priced at R10 747.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Of the flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Dubai. Doha is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport is Addis Ababa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R684). Flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R846). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt on these airlines

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Top 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt. 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 28 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR9 905AverageR15 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR12 506AverageR17 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 851AverageR13 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR12 901AverageR19 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 949AverageR15 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 042AverageR15 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 644AverageR17 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR13 712AverageR19 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 856AverageR15 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 072AverageR20 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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