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September 6 - September 28

Cheapest

Best

CPT - San Francisco

$1,360

$1,024

Round trip

November 3 - November 10

CPT - San Francisco

$1,230

$1,032

Round trip

June 19 - June 27

Earliest

CPT - San Francisco

$1,306

$1,033

Round trip

June 19 - July 3

Earliest

CPT - San Francisco

$1,290

$1,053

Round trip

June 21 - July 4

CPT - San Francisco

$1,290

$1,059

Round trip

July 7 - July 21

CPT - San Francisco

$1,259

$1,068

Round trip

October 5 - October 27

Best

CPT - San Francisco

$1,420

$1,080

Round trip

June 26 - July 4

CPT - San Francisco

$1,303

$1,134

Round trip

July 21 - July 28

CPT - San Francisco

$1,262

$1,162

Round trip

October 7 - October 14

CPT - San Francisco

$1,419

$1,202

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

A typical journey from Cape Town to San Francisco takes about 43h 55m, including connections. This is a considerable travel time, reflecting the long-haul nature of the route. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for layovers, making it important to factor in the total time when planning your trip.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cape Town to San Francisco, fares typically range from $1079–$1624, with a median of $1249. Right now, fares are below the typical level, which could present a favorable booking opportunity. Approximately 41% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive options are regularly available for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting consistent opportunities to find good value.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco? The data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1049. Following closely, June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1059. August is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $1105.

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to San Francisco. Instead, most itineraries connect at least once. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes significantly to the overall journey time. Travelers should anticipate at least two connections when planning this long-haul route.

The distance between Cape Town and San Francisco is approximately 16499 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance means that all flights will involve significant travel time and typically multiple connections, as reflected in the overall journey duration.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to San Francisco

Regular price: $1,195 - $1,916

Prices for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco is between $1195 and $1916. The current lowest deal is $1024 with KLM, for travel from Sep 6 to Sep 28.

now $1,024

Low $1,195

High $1,916

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco is November, with a median price of $1049. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1934. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $1,049

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,934

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Direct flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

Turkish Airlines

United Airlines

KLM

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to San Francisco

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - San Francisco

Cape Town (CPT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Qatar Airways

$1,400

$1,323

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - San Francisco

Cape Town (CPT) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,306

$1,033

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - San Francisco

Cape Town (CPT) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,329

$1,985

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - San Francisco

Cape Town (CPT) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,341

$1,843

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - San Francisco

Cape Town (CPT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Turkish Airlines

$1,365

$1,862

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - San Francisco

Cape Town (CPT) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,308

$2,258

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

22 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 27

$1,420 → $1,080

24%

22 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 28

$1,360 → $1,024

25%

8 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 27

$1,306 → $1,033

21%

7 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 14

$1,419 → $1,202

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco

Cape Town - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to San Francisco are below the typical level at $1024.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1049.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 43h 55m

Flights from Cape Town to San Francisco typically involve 2 stopovers, averaging 43h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with no direct options available.

🏆 Airline highlight

KLM offers a recent deal for $1024

KLM recently offered a deal for $1024 from Cape Town to San Francisco.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for this route appear frequently, with more than 1 deal per day.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1024

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a good option for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco.

📍 ~19 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1024

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a useful alternative with high flight frequency and direct BART public transit access.

📍 ~19 km from San Francisco (reachable by public transit)

💸 Flights from ~$1749

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a major international airport serving the South Bay tech corridor with varied carrier options.

📍 ~70 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1564

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International is a large-scale airport with a robust domestic route network, a reliable alternative.

📍 ~125 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1185

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for travelers in the North Bay and Wine Country.

📍 ~80 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1646

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers in the southern coastal region with a less crowded environment.

📍 ~140 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1614

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

San Francisco, United States

68% AI deal score

$6,523

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms. Setting up price alerts can also help you monitor fare changes and book when prices are lower. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may offer better deals.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares and booking when you see a good deal is usually a good strategy. Last-minute bookings may sometimes be more expensive.

Yes, comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal more affordable flight options or different schedules. While it may require additional travel to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of ground transportation when considering this option.

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