Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and CPT:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
₹ 78,928 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 120,785. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel near CPT if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its leading attractions. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Worcester is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without seeing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
