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Cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Cape Town

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of April. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
70%Trains in Cape Town are 70% cheaper than in Frankfurt.
FrankfurtR 71,74
Cape TownR 18,50
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%A meal in Cape Town is 40% cheaper than a meal in Frankfurt.
FrankfurtR 320,95
Cape TownR 200,00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
70%A taxi fare in Cape Town is 70% cheaper than in Frankfurt.
FrankfurtR 75,52
Cape TownR 20,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
51%Coffee in Cape Town is 51% cheaper than in Frankfurt.
FrankfurtR 78,63
Cape TownR 38,52
Distance: 9397 kms
Frankfurt airports
Frankfurt International (FRA)How far from city centre: 12 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town: all you need to know

Cape Town draws visitors for its remarkable blend of cultural richness, profound history, and stunning natural beauty. Explore the city’s heritage, from its significant historical sites to its diverse local experiences. With dramatic landscapes surrounding you, including the majestic Table Mountain, Cape Town offers something for every traveller.

Planning your journey from Frankfurt to Cape Town? Direct flights typically take around 12 hours. If you choose a connecting flight, the travel time will vary depending on the layover duration and location.

For the best travel experience, consider flying during Cape Town's summer months, from November to February. This period offers warm, sunny weather ideal for exploring the city and its outdoor attractions. If you prefer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons of September to October and March to April are also excellent times to visit, providing pleasant weather and often better flight deals.

Information about Frankfurt airports

Frankfurt offers flights to Cape Town from its primary international gateway. This airport serves as a major hub, connecting travellers from across Europe to destinations worldwide, including direct routes to South Africa.

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Frankfurt Airport is the largest air transport facility in the region, operating two main terminals that handle a vast number of passenger flights daily. As a prominent European aviation centre, the airport provides extensive services, including diverse dining options, retail stores, and lounges across its terminals. Public transport links, such as regional and long-distance train stations, are directly integrated into the complex, offering convenient access for departing passengers. The facility is well-equipped to manage international departures, providing clear signage and efficient security processing for those heading to distant shores.

Airports in Cape Town: good to know

When flying from Frankfurt to Cape Town, you will primarily use one airport in the Mother City for your arrival. This key facility manages the vast majority of international air traffic into the region.

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport is the sole commercial airport directly serving the city and its surrounding areas, handling all scheduled passenger flights from international and domestic origins. Located approximately 20 kilometres east of the city centre, the facility offers a comprehensive range of passenger services and ground transport options. Upon arrival, travellers will find connections to various shuttle services, metered taxis, and car rental agencies situated conveniently within the terminal complex for onward travel into the city or further afield.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town is R7617. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Frankfurt to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 20.00 ZAR , 74% cheaper than Frankfurt, with a fare of 75.52 ZAR,
while train tickets cost 74% less at Cape Town: $ 18.50 ZAR versus $ 71.74 ZAR at Frankfurt.
Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 200.00 ZAR euros in Cape Town, 38% less than the 320.95 ZAR euros in Frankfurt.
The price of the coffee is around 51% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 38.52 ZAR, while in Frankfurt the coffee costs 78.63 ZAR.
How long does the flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town take?
Flight length from Frankfurt to Cape Town is around 12:16 hours on average, at an average distance of 9 579 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Cape Town compared to Frankfurt?
While in Frankfurt the temperatures can reach an average of 34.86 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 28.98 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the -6.29 ºC average degrees reported in Frankfurt. During the winter period, Frankfurt can register 3 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Frankfurt and Cape Town?
The main route from Frankfurt to Cape Town is: Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The following airlines fly this route:
Air France.
Lufthansa.
Ethiopian Airlines.

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