Cheap flights from Cape Town to San Francisco from R11 498

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SFO
Sep 2 — Sep 91
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, 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 28 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 911

One-way from

R11 498

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R24 057
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 31/10-15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 82h 10m total
  • Cape Town to San Francisco
9/12
  • 9/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 54m total
  • Cape Town to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R43 750 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 745 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to San Francisco
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 28 August 2025.

Fri 31/109:00CPT - SFO
1 stop41h 30mSWISS
Sat 15/1119:25SFO - CPT
1 stop40h 40mSWISS
Deal found 27/8R16 911
Wed 29/1019:50CPT - SFO
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/118:35SFO - CPT
1 stop23h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/8R17 123
Thu 30/1023:10CPT - SFO
1 stop25h 30mDelta
Mon 17/1116:30SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/8R17 141
Wed 29/1020:50CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 50mDelta
Wed 12/1116:30SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/8R17 212
Wed 29/1020:50CPT - SFO
2 stops49h 04mDelta
Thu 13/1116:30SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/8R17 247
Fri 31/1021:30CPT - SFO
2 stops32h 10mDelta
Thu 13/1116:30SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/8R17 265
Fri 14/1120:50CPT - SFO
2 stops35h 20mDelta
Sat 22/1118:55SFO - CPT
2 stops31h 10mDelta
Deal found 27/8R17 318
Sat 11/107:45CPT - SFO
2 stops45h 09mDelta
Sat 18/1013:45SFO - CPT
2 stops33h 10mDelta
Deal found 27/8R17 495
Sat 1/118:50CPT - SFO
1 stop38h 45mDelta
Sat 15/1116:30SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/8R17 565

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

9:00-17:30

1 stop41h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

19:25-22:05

1 stop40h 40m

R16 911

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/11

9:00-17:30

1 stop41h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

19:25-22:05

1 stop40h 40m

R16 911

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

20:50-12:08

1 stop25h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

8:35-18:00

1 stop23h 25m

R17 123

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/11

20:50-21:13

2 stops34h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

6:45-16:10

1 stop23h 25m

R17 123

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

20:50-17:28

2 stops30h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 17/11

8:25-16:10

1 stop21h 45m

R17 123

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

20:50-15:35

2 stops28h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

8:35-18:00

1 stop23h 25m

R17 123

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

20:50-17:47

2 stops29h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

6:45-16:10

1 stop23h 25m

R17 123

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

20:50-15:16

2 stops28h 26m

San Francisco

Fri 14/11

22:45-16:10

1 stop31h 25m

R17 123

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

20:50-19:20

1 stop31h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 16/11

10:45-18:00

1 stop21h 15m

R17 123

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

20:50-18:34

1 stop30h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 14/11

22:45-16:10

1 stop31h 25m

R17 123

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco

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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 22 August 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 August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 183). 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 28 August 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.

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 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from Cape Town to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

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.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

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.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

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.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

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.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

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.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

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

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  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to San Francisco?

    Departing from Cape Town to San Francisco will take you 25h 18m. The distance between Cape Town and San Francisco is about 16486 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 R15 888. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from R16 166, and KLM, from R17 072. SWISS is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 holiday 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 find direct flights from Cape Town to San Francisco.

  • 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.

  • 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 August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 183). 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 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR15 888AverageR18 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 166AverageR21 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR17 072AverageR22 222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 086AverageR18 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR18 756AverageR20 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR18 931AverageR23 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 003AverageR22 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 551AverageR22 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 323AverageR25 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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