Can I fly direct from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

Direct flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt are not very common. Historically, only 2.3% of all observed flights on this route have been direct. When a direct flight is not available, travelers typically encounter flights with two stopovers. This suggests that most journeys on this route will involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

The direct flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt typically takes approximately 12 hours and 15 minutes. This covers an estimated distance of 9392 kilometers. For flights involving one stop, the median duration increases significantly to about 19 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Cape Town to Frankfurt flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt is recommended. This route is classified as 'regular' for deal frequency, meaning price fluctuations and deals occur consistently. Historically, deals have been observed with enough regularity over the trailing 30 days to make price alerts beneficial for securing a good fare.

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2026-11-17 – 2026-11-29
CPT - Frankfurt
90% AI deal score
$887
$680
Round trip
2026-11-03 – 2026-11-10
CPT - Frankfurt
91% AI deal score
$968
$753
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2026-11-12 – 2026-11-25
CPT - Frankfurt
89% AI deal score
$888
$753
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2026-11-03 – 2026-11-06
CPT - Frankfurt
92% AI deal score
$1,056
$757
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2026-11-09 – 2026-11-24
CPT - Frankfurt
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$899
$758
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2026-11-13 – 2026-11-28
CPT - Frankfurt
85% AI deal score
$887
$774
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2026-11-24 – 2026-11-30
CPT - Frankfurt
87% AI deal score
$918
$783
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2026-11-01 – 2026-11-08
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$988
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2026-11-23 – 2026-11-30
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$918
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2026-12-24 – 2027-01-21
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Cape Town to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt

For flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt, fares typically range from $1120–$1522, with a median of $1331. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Unfortunately, there are currently no recent fares classified as a good price for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt? The most budget-friendly months to travel are May, with a median fare of $713, and July, where the median fare is $715. Another relatively cheaper option is March, with a median fare of $1148.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Frankfurt takes about 12h 15m, including connections. Since most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layovers. For connecting flights specifically, the median travel time is 24h 15m.

The route from Cape Town to Frankfurt is classified as a long-haul journey, covering a significant distance of 9392 kilometers. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with only 2.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Regular price: $805 - $1,558

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

The regular price range for this route is between $805 and $1558. The current lowest deal is $680 with Condor Flugdienst for travel from Nov 17-Nov 29.

now $680

Low $805

High $1,558

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt is May, with a median price of $713. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1609. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $713

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,609

Jan

Mar

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Condor Flugdienst

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$941

$758

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Condor Flugdienst

$951

$747

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

South African Airways, Etihad Airways

$1,050

$922

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$933

$801

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Air France

$928

$756

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Condor Flugdienst, Condor Flugdienst

$926

$560

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$1,299 → $810

38%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$1,291 → $807

37%

3 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 6

$1,056 → $757

28%

13 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 29

$894 → $675

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Cape Town - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to FRA are below the typical level, with a median price of $887.

📅 Best time to fly

May and July are historically cheapest

Historically, May ($713) and July ($715) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 12h 15m

Direct flights to Frankfurt from Cape Town typically take 12h 15m, while connecting flights average 24h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.3% of recent flights from CPT to FRA are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Condor Flugdienst offers direct flights

Condor Flugdienst is one airline that provides direct flights for the Cape Town to Frankfurt route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Frankfurt.

📍 ~17 km from Cape Town city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$639

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a key arrival airport for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$665

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

Cologne Bonn Airport can be a useful alternative, offering a wide range of flights despite additional travel time.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$717

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Frankfurt

$1,553

Save $462

Condor Flugdienst

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Historically, the best time to book flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $1257. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to around $1617. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days out has an average price of $1303, while booking 60+ days in advance averages around $1373.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt is considered to be $1120 or less. The median price for this route has historically been $1331. Fares exceeding $1522 are typically in the higher price range for this route. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, May and July have been the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt, with median prices of $713 and $715 respectively. March also presents a more affordable option with a median price of $1148. The annual median price for this route is $1331, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Cape Town to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Regular price: $805 - $1,558

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

The regular price range for this route is between $805 and $1558. The current lowest deal is $680 with Condor Flugdienst for travel from Nov 17-Nov 29.

now $680

Low $805

High $1,558

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt

May

Cheapest

Flights from $713

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,609

Jan

Mar

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Condor Flugdienst

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$941

$758

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Condor Flugdienst

$951

$747

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

South African Airways, Etihad Airways

$1,050

$922

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$933

$801

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Air France

$928

$756

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Frankfurt

Cape Town (CPT) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Condor Flugdienst, Condor Flugdienst

$926

$560

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$1,299 → $810

38%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$1,291 → $807

37%

3 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 6

$1,056 → $757

28%

13 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 29

$894 → $675

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt