Cheap flights from Cape Town to San Francisco from R12 949
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 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or October, booked 2 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday
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 11 June 2025.
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 3/8
20:05-0:03
2 stops36h 58m
San Francisco
Fri 8/8
0:50-17:50
2 stops32h 00m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/7
19:50-17:44
2 stops30h 54m
San Francisco
Sun 20/7
13:00-9:30
2 stops35h 30m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Sat 2/8
16:35-10:35
1 stop27h 00m
San Francisco
Sat 9/8
12:40-11:50
1 stop38h 10m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/11
14:30-15:12
3 stops34h 42m
San Francisco
Mon 10/11
21:00-13:35
3 stops54h 35m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/11
14:35-15:35
3 stops35h 00m
San Francisco
Mon 10/11
22:45-13:45
2 stops29h 00m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 6/7
14:30-19:05
3 stops61h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 20/7
22:50-23:00
2 stops39h 10m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Sat 2/8
18:55-17:52
2 stops31h 57m
San Francisco
Sat 9/8
14:26-11:00
2 stops35h 34m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/7
13:00-13:35
1 stop33h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 10/8
15:55-10:50
1 stop33h 55m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/7
18:25-14:00
1 stop28h 35m
San Francisco
Sat 19/7
17:05-19:55
2 stops65h 50m
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 13/7
18:55-23:00
2 stops37h 05m
San Francisco
Fri 18/7
19:20-11:00
1 stop30h 40m
Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to San Francisco
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 return flight from Cape Town to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.
The best time to book flights from Cape Town to San Francisco is 2 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 Cape Town to San Francisco?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco (average of R907). Flying from Cape Town to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 212). 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 11 June 2025.
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 16% versus a flight at midday.
What is the cheapest day 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 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.
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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 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 11 June 2025.
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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