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£484 Find Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town (FRA-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

Fri, 28 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
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06:55 - 21:55FRA-CPT
14h 00m1 stop
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07:55 - 22:05CPT-FRA
15h 10m1 stop
Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 17 Dec
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21:55 - 10:45FRA-CPT
11h 50mdirect
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19:50 - 07:00CPT-FRA
12h 10mdirect
£484Condor
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Mon, 8 Dec - Mon, 22 Dec
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15:15 - 07:40FRA-CPT
15h 25m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
18:45 - 05:35CPT-FRA
11h 50mdirect
£486Lufthansa
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Wed, 26 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
17:15 - 07:40FRA-CPT
13h 25m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
18:45 - 05:35CPT-FRA
11h 50mdirect
£487Lufthansa
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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec
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18:15 - 07:30FRA-CPT
36h 15m1 stop
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23:35 - 13:55CPT-FRA
15h 20m1 stop
£501SWISS
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Wed, 4 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
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19:20 - 06:10FRA-CPT
33h 50m1 stop
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08:00 - 09:35CPT-FRA
26h 35m1 stop
£504KLM
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Mon, 24 Nov - Wed, 17 Dec
SWISS Logo
18:15 - 07:30FRA-CPT
36h 15m1 stop
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09:00 - 09:55CPT-FRA
25h 55m1 stop
£518SWISS
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Tue, 13 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
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06:55 - 09:45FRA-CPT
25h 50m2 stops
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14:00 - 17:55CPT-FRA
28h 55m2 stops
£540KLM
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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
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21:35 - 13:45FRA-CPT
15h 10m1 stop
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13:50 - 05:45CPT-FRA
16h 55m1 stop
£542Ethiopian Air
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Mon, 19 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:35 - 13:00FRA-CPT
14h 25m1 stop
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15:25 - 05:45CPT-FRA
15h 20m1 stop
£547Ethiopian Air
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Everything you should know

Our travellers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Expect long queues at Frankfurt's check-in and security.
CPT is a 30-minute drive from Cape Town CBD.
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Top airlines
Condor
Cheapest • from £484 (return)
Lufthansa
Best reviews • 6.8 score
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 16% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
£484
Typical prices: £624-979
Multi-carrier
Fri 28/11Wed 3/12
FRA - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£484
Typical prices: £672-1242
Condor
Wed 3/12Wed 17/12
FRA - CPT • Direct
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Expert advice for your flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
FRA

Expect long queues at check-in and security. Arrive early and consider online check-in to save time.

Read more about FRAby Duncan Madden
CPT

CPT is a 30-minute drive from Cape Town CBD. Use authorised taxis or rideshares like Uber for convenience.

Read more about CPTby Daniel Scheffler
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Cape Town on a Saturday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Frankfurt am Main, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town is May, where tickets cost £610 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £940 and £935 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £771 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight£484
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (30% more expensive on average)
Flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

When to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town was £686 for a one-way ticket and £656 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    On your way to Cape Town, you’ll fly out from Frankfurt am Main. You’ll be landing at Cape Town Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    Lufthansa, South African, KLM, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    The Airbus A330-900neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Frankfurt am Main and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    You can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town, Lufthansa or Condor?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town are Lufthansa and Condor. With an average price for the route of £799 and an overall rating of 6.8, Lufthansa is the most popular choice. Condor is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £1,139 and an overall rating of 6.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Frankfurt am Main with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl.
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Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl

Monday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Tuesday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Wednesday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Thursday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Friday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Saturday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Sunday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa, Condor

Lufthansa, Condor

Tuesday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Wednesday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Thursday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Friday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Saturday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

Sunday

Condor, Lufthansa

Condor, Lufthansa

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.8
LufthansaOverall score based on 7409 reviews
7.0Boarding
6.8Comfort
7.6Crew
6.4Entertainment
6.3Food
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Food could have something without dairy, I couldn't eat anything. Tv for both seats was malfunctioning. They have one bottle of ginger ale for entire plane.... and I paid extra for these seats...very disappointed

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Sept 2025FRA - IAD
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Food could have something without dairy, I couldn't eat anything. Tv for both seats was malfunctioning. They have one bottle of ginger ale for entire plane.... and I paid extra for these seats...very disappointed

We took two long flights with Lufthansa, both were delayed making us miss our connecting flights. Lufthansa took care of the first one. The second was a switch to United and figuring out how to rebook was not a pleasant experience.

It was chaotic. It was overbooked so we didn't have seats until the end but they turned out to be good seats. The gate was at the end of the airport. We had to get busses to the tarmac and board. It just seemed chaotic. Flight was OK. Food was not so good. Lufthansa used to be such a great airline and now as it's with everything else: If you have money you get comforts but if you don't then you end up below deck with the rest of the cattle.

It was a short flight. Plenty of room on the plane. It was also extremely clean.

Pathetic - boarded us on buses for transport to the plane then had us wait for over half an hour before we could board...because they needed time to clean the plane; something they knew before we got on the bus. Further, by the time we could board, there were 3 buses full of people waiting so boarding was a crowded mess.

They don’t give information on why a flight is delayed in a timely manner. Very frustrating.

The flight was ok but chargers did not work and the speakers in the back of the cabin did not either. But I am writing because the crew was really, really rude and not only rude but had the curtains always closed, forgot to clear our trays, the bathrooms were filthy and trash was building out, and one of the attendants even had her EARBUDS on while in the cabin. From movement it seemed like she was listening to music, so not even the safety aspect was there. My neighbor s English is not good and they were very dismissive of her. when we deplaned the crew in the back was just chatting with one another and the first class attendant was briefly and said goodnight. It is nice that a crew gets along so well, but they did not take care of passengers at all. They rushed through all the services and otherwise did not go through the cabin to offer water or anything else. i had the feeling of being unwelcome at a party. I am not a grumpy traveller but I thought you really needed to know. Thank you, Carin

Crew was great. But my flight was late arriving and as a result, I missed my connecting flight to Richmond. I had to catch a later flight. On a positive note, the attendants at the counter were extremely helpful in booking my later flight. They book my on the next flight to Richmond.

If the plain wait for the passenger it should wait for the baggage!!

The crew was very nice. The equipment on the 747 felt old.

It was extremely difficult to upgrade my partners flight over the Internet from economy to economy, plus. Then it said clearly the checked luggage can be 32 kg. At the check-in counter in Hamburg, we had to pay 100 Euros ( $122.17) for the only 31kg peace checked luggage. We were told because the change was made less than 24 hours before the flight , the luggage weight would not be upgraded. Then they offered me that for €90 I can upgrade at the counter from economy to economy, plus so we can sit together on the flight from Frankfurt to San Francisco. I happily agreed and was charged. €99.($120.95), which I noticed too late. Especially about the Euro 100 up charge I feel upset and it’s a unfair way of doing business!

Take off was not good, too hot inside the plane and seats are beyond uncomfortable.

The company said that it was Condor's responsibility to issue my train ticket, and that I should contact them. But when I did, condor said I have to contact the train company and show them my booking number. I went to the station to board my train and they said where is my bar code ticket. It was a disaster and the people at the train station said how messed up this is and that condor is the worst for putting people through this. I boarded the train with NO ticket cause no one can issue me one even though I paid and it is in my booking confirmation.

Helpful crew in a comfortable and well designed aircraft. My kids also loved the striped design of the airplane.

The return flight, the food was better. Didn't like that even at checkin we still had to pay when only 5 seats were available. Had to pay or would be stuck in the very middle between two others. I had to pay for an aisle and a middle seat. Both were considered prime seats but the two other middle ones were not.

There was one flight attendant who was exceptionally rude about the fact that they didn’t have any meatless options left when I told her I was a vegetarian. The boarding process was a bit disorganized and unclear but everything else was very good.

Seats are not comfortable. Some of the food was good and some not so good.

Really, nothing. I flew economy, and received a very good economy experience.

Flight attendants were polite but not attentive. They did not clean cabin throughout trip, and the airplane upon disembarking looked disastrous! Garbage everywhere ! The state of the cabin did NOT leave passenger with a ‘cared-for’ feeling. It looked a total mess. They also closed themselves off in the back of the plane and passengers felt like they needed to knock to get a glass of water. Very dissppointing.

Seats were not comfortable, and the problems started when we landed at Frankfurt airport. We waited more than 3 hours to collect our luggage, as a result we missed the connected train to Brussels. Our plans for the trip were ruined that day.

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