San Francisco to Cape Town Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cape Town (CPT) connect United States and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 16,498 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 21 to 22 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SFO, OAK, SJC and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to San Francisco. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 16,498 km
- Typical duration
- about 21 to 22 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Cape Town
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Route overview
San Francisco to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between United States and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and CPT. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 16,498 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 21 to 22 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Cape Town?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Cape Town typically take about 21 to 22 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Cape Town is approximately 16,498 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Cape Town?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (16,498 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with South Africa (Cape Town).
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