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Cheap flights from Cape Town to San Francisco

CPT — SFO
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
Tue 14/5
Tue 21/5

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 9 May 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£788

Round-trip from

£423
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
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From Cape Town Intl to San Francisco
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco?

Users have found that booking a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco at least 15 days early can save you up to 1% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 15 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Cape Town to San Francisco for as little as £710 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as £797 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

November can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from Cape Town with a flight ticket averaging about £890. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as £664. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco (CPT - SFO)?

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

When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Cape Town to San Francisco is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to San Francisco is currently £0 while a return flight costs £0. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to San Francisco (average of £528). Flying from Cape Town to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £754). 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.

January

£432

February

£423

March

£453

April

£456

May

£467

June

£562

July

£604

August

£528

September

£475

October

£484

November

£440

December

£457

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

11 - 17 °C

Related info for your journey

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  • What does CPT to SFO mean?

    CPT and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. CPT to SFO refers to a flight route from Cape Town Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cape Town to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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