Cheap flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport from R6 447

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 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — FRA
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in November or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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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 8 December 2025.

Sat 6/1219:50CPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mCondor
Wed 10/1221:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mCondor
Deal found 6/12R10 846
Sun 7/1223:45CPT - FRA
1 stop18h 30mKLM
Thu 11/1214:15FRA - CPT
1 stop30h 40mKLM
Deal found 7/12R13 249
Tue 23/1215:25CPT - FRA
1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/121:35FRA - CPT
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R14 196
Wed 17/127:55CPT - FRA
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/118:30FRA - CPT
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R14 264
Sun 7/1220:25CPT - FRA
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1214:15FRA - CPT
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R14 366
Mon 22/1214:35CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/121:35FRA - CPT
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R14 552
Wed 17/1214:35CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 7/121:35FRA - CPT
1 stop16h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R14 670
Sat 20/1213:50CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 4/121:35FRA - CPT
1 stop15h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R14 806
Thu 18/1214:00CPT - FRA
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/121:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R14 941
Thu 18/1215:25CPT - FRA
1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/121:35FRA - CPT
1 stop16h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R14 975
Sat 6/1223:45CPT - FRA
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1214:15FRA - CPT
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R15 059

Find 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 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 372

One-way from

R6 447

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 264

Good round-trip deal

R11 868 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 804 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 26/1-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main
24/12
  • 24/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R4 798 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 664 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Price

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

15:25-5:45

1 stop15h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 29/1

21:35-13:45

1 stop15h 10m

R11 151

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

15:20-7:00

1 stop16h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 27/1

21:55-10:45

Nonstop11h 50m

R11 337

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

9:25-8:15

1 stop23h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 24/3

14:50-7:30

1 stop15h 40m

R11 624

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

14:35-5:45

1 stop16h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 31/1

21:35-14:35

1 stop16h 00m

R12 183

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

14:35-5:45

1 stop16h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 22/1

21:35-13:45

1 stop15h 10m

R12 267

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

18:30-19:20

1 stop25h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 1/3

9:40-11:40

1 stop25h 00m

R12 318

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

7:55-22:05

1 stop15h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 24/3

17:35-17:20

2 stops22h 45m

R12 369

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

13:40-19:20

1 stop30h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 24/3

21:10-16:45

1 stop18h 35m

R12 572

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

13:40-7:35

1 stop18h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 23/3

21:10-11:40

1 stop37h 30m

R12 572

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

18:30-19:20

1 stop25h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 23/3

21:10-16:45

1 stop18h 35m

R12 572

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Frankfurt from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 5 December 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 43 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R7 614). Flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 538). 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 8 December 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 evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% 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 evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 8 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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 4 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day.

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

    Airlines like Air France fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in about 18h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 9387 km.

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

    Flying on Air France is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at R10 254. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Condor and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at R10 264 and R10 711, respectively. Users have found that Air France is 28% 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?

    R4 635 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Condor. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R5 292 and R6 467, 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 Condor(98%), United Airlines(69%) or Lufthansa(69%), 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 R18 452 for a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R4 255 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Frankfurt am Main) is currently priced at R8 951.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying 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. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R415.

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

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R7 614). Flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 538). 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 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR10 254AverageR13 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR10 325AverageR13 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR10 711AverageR15 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 601AverageR16 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 678AverageR14 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 753AverageR13 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 760AverageR13 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 782AverageR14 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 316AverageR14 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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TAAGCheapestR12 435AverageR16 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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