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Cheap San Francisco - Cape Town flight offers

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American Airlines
Mon, 06/22 (SFO) San Francisco -> (CPT) Cape Town
American Airlines
Tue, 06/30 (CPT) Cape Town -> (SFO) San Francisco

Price found Yesterday
from $1,050

Info about flights from San Francisco to Cape Town

Some useful info about flights from San Francisco to Cape Town to help you plan your next trip

Average flight duration 19h 40m
Cheapest month August
Average number of flights per week 1
First flight time 00:05
Last flight time 23:59
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Top airlines on the route San Francisco - Cape Town

Airlines providing flights to Cape Town from San Francisco

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Which airports are most convenient between San Francisco and Cape Town?

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  • Airports in San Francisco: Only San Francisco is currently active.
  • Airports in Cape Town: Cape Town is the only functioning airport for now.

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Other popular destinations

Looking for alternatives in South Africa? Travelers also liked: Cape Town, Durban, George, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from San Francisco to Cape Town.

How much does an airline ticket from San Francisco to Cape Town cost?

Flight prices can vary a lot depending on the period and destination. At the moment, this information is not available for flights from San Francisco to Cape Town.

How far is San Francisco from Cape Town?

San Francisco is about 10251 mi from Cape Town.

What are the airports in Cape Town?

Cape Town has one airport: Cape Town.

What are the airports in San Francisco?

San Francisco has one airport: San Francisco.

What are the most popular cities in South Africa?

The most popular cities in South Africa according to our users' searches are: Cape Town, Durban, George, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth.

When should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town?

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cape Town is 2 months in advance, while the worst time is 7 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town is August.

What is the most expensive month to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town?

The most expensive month to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town is May.

What is the best day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Cape Town?

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