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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town from £449

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — CPT
18 Apr — 25 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 March 2026.

Tue 1/1211:50
FRA
-
CPT
2 stops17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/1207:55
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3£518
Mon 27/418:40
FRA
-
CPT
1 stop35h 10m
KLM
Sat 23/515:20
CPT
-
FRA
2 stops22h 15m
KLM
Deal found 15/3£519
Sat 2/518:40
FRA
-
CPT
1 stop35h 10m
KLM
Sat 23/515:20
CPT
-
FRA
2 stops22h 15m
KLM
Deal found 14/3£521
Sat 30/507:00
FRA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 45m
KLM
Sat 13/623:15
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop22h 45m
KLM
Deal found 16/3£529
Tue 15/922:15
FRA
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 15m
Lufthansa
Wed 23/917:55
CPT
-
FRA
Nonstop11h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/3£533
Tue 9/620:30
FRA
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/609:55
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£536
Wed 29/420:10
FRA
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/509:55
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3£540
Sat 21/1118:30
FRA
-
CPT
1 stop27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/1207:55
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3£541
Wed 25/1120:45
FRA
-
CPT
1 stop13h 05m
SWISS
Wed 9/1209:25
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop25h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 17/3£542
Wed 9/920:45
FRA
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
SWISS
Wed 16/1209:25
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop25h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 18/3£542
Tue 1/1222:15
FRA
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 45m
Lufthansa
Mon 14/1209:30
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop13h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/3£548
Sat 6/607:00
FRA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 45m
KLM
Sat 20/623:15
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop34h 20m
KLM
Deal found 14/3£551

Find flight deals from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 19 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£519

One-way from

£449

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£693
KLM
  • KLM
  • 11/5-23/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 25m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 10m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/6

15:05-11:50

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

16:35-13:40

1 stop21h 05m

£689

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 14/5

10:15-21:25

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

18:25-13:35

2 stops19h 10m

£738

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 23/4

21:55-14:35

2 stops40h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

15:25-06:55

2 stops39h 30m

£740

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/6

22:20-16:40

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

15:20-13:15

2 stops21h 55m

£742

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 24/4

22:05-14:35

1 stop16h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

17:25-06:25

2 stops37h 00m

£750

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 13/8

15:05-11:50

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

16:35-13:40

1 stop21h 05m

£754

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 12/4

10:55-13:00

2 stops50h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

13:50-18:45

2 stops28h 55m

£755

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 18/4

21:55-13:00

2 stops39h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

13:50-06:55

2 stops41h 05m

£758

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 18/8

15:05-11:50

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

16:35-06:45

1 stop38h 10m

£758

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 22/5

10:55-14:35

2 stops27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

15:25-18:50

2 stops51h 25m

£779

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town (average of £421). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £640). 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 FRA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 March 2026.

When flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 19 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Condor from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Condor
6.5
Okay
401 reviews
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Crew

7.4

Food

6.2

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.5

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Maryann,Oct 2025

MXP - FRA

Overall is was a good flight. Restrooms should be cleaned more often with about 100 people using the same toilet for 13 hours it was disgusting. Crew was friendly and helpful. Entertainment and food was good.
Condor
6.5
Okay
401 reviews
Condor
6.5
Okay
401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.4

Food

6.2

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.5

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Maryann,Oct 2025

MXP - FRA

Overall is was a good flight. Restrooms should be cleaned more often with about 100 people using the same toilet for 13 hours it was disgusting. Crew was friendly and helpful. Entertainment and food was good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town. 1 airline have flights to Cape Town Intl from Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis. Booking flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main per day.

  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Emirates fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in about 16h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 55m. Frankfurt am Main Airport and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 5833 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, Condor (£588), offers the cheapest pricing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town. Condor is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town on time: United Airlines (96%), Condor (93%), ANA (92%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt to Cape Town 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town (average of £421). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £640). 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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