£617 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £617 for one-way flights and £1,082 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

British Airways
Sat, 1 Jun - Tue, 24 Sep
CPT
Cape Town
SFO
San Francisco
£1,082 Return, found 5 days ago
£1,082
Return
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, 1 Jun from Cape Town to San Francisco, returning Tue, 24 Sep, priced at £1,082 found 5 days ago
Emirates
Sat, 1 Jun - Tue, 24 Sep
CPT
Cape Town
SFO
San Francisco
£1,152 Return, found 5 days ago
£1,152
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sat, 1 Jun from Cape Town to San Francisco, returning Tue, 24 Sep, priced at £1,152 found 5 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Sat, 1 Jun - Tue, 24 Sep
CPT
Cape Town
SFO
San Francisco
£1,216 Return, found 5 days ago
£1,216
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Jun from Cape Town to San Francisco, returning Tue, 24 Sep, priced at £1,216 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sat, 1 Jun - Tue, 24 Sep
CPT
Cape Town
SFO
San Francisco
£1,298 Return, found 5 days ago
£1,298
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sat, 1 Jun from Cape Town to San Francisco, returning Tue, 24 Sep, priced at £1,298 found 5 days ago
Lufthansa
Sat, 1 Jun - Tue, 24 Sep
CPT
Cape Town
SFO
San Francisco
£1,593 Return, found 5 days ago
£1,593
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, 1 Jun from Cape Town to San Francisco, returning Tue, 24 Sep, priced at £1,593 found 5 days ago
Flight from Cape Town to San Francisco route information
Origin airport
Cape Town Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Return price
£1,082
Distance
16401 km

Compare flights from Cape Town to San Francisco easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Cape Town to San Francisco. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to San Francisco Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Cape Town Intl. to San Francisco Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Cape Town Intl. (CPT) to San Francisco Intl. (SFO) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Cape Town to San Francisco today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Cape Town Intl. to San Francisco Intl. start at just £1,082 and range up to £1,593.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Cape Town and San Francisco
  • booking your flight during June, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Cape Town to San Francisco flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Cape Town Intl. to San Francisco Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from CPT to San Francisco Airport?
If you’re travelling from CPT to San Francisco Airport, round-trip flights start from £1,082. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t hang about. Book now and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from CPT to San Francisco Airport?
We get that things come up unexpectedly, so we’ve made it as simple as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just head to the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Cape Town Intl. Airport to SFO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for CPT to San Francisco Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from CPT to SFO?
You’ll have 16,500 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Cape Town to San Francisco route. Dress in comfy clothes and consider taking a sleep mask and earplugs.
Which airlines fly direct from CPT to SFO?
Unfortunately, there are no airlines that directly fly between Cape Town Intl. Airport and San Francisco Airport. You’ll have to book a flight with at least one stop.
Are Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are always on the move, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between CPT and San Francisco Airport are possible, it’s also a good idea to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers advertise their prices up to a year before the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to lock in your seat when the fares dip.
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