Flight Routes from Frankfurt to Cape Town

Compare cheap outbound and return flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cape Town (CPT) and find the best offer from numerous airlines and travel agencies.

Trip type
Cheapest oneway flight
from€723
Cheapest roundtrip flight
from€607
Fastest flight
non-stop flights
12x / week
Flight distance
9,402 km
Time difference
none
Most popular airlines
  1. CondorCondor
  2. LufthansaLufthansa

Flight schedule from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Matching outbound flightsFRA–CPT · 31 of 31
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durationstopovers
  1. September 13 – 19, 2026
  2. September 20 – 26, 2026
  3. Sep 27 – Oct 3, 2026
    1. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Turkish Airlines
    2. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Qatar Airways
    3. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. KLM
    4. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    5. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    6. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    7. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Turkish Airlines
    8. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    9. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    10. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Qatar Airways
    11. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Condor
      2. Norse Atlantic UK
    12. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. KLM
    13. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. KLM
    14. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. Turkish Airlines
    15. FRACPT
      1 stopover
      1. British Airways

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town

      Favorite airline: e.g. Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways
      68 % of flights booked on the route from Frankfurt to Cape Town are booked with Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways and Lufthansa.
      Ethiopian Airlines
      26 %
      Kenya Airways
      26 %
      Lufthansa
      16 %
      Stopover flights are the cheapest connection
      Flights with a stopover are on average $418.00 cheaper than direct flights.
      non stop flight
      1 stop
      2 stops
      11h 40min
      15h 10min
      42h 05min
      $ 1.329
      $ 911
      $ 1.093
      Favourite connection: via Addis Ababa
      When booking flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town 38 % of travelers prefer to fly via Addis Ababa.
      Route
      bookings
      1 stopover Addis Ababa
      15h 10min, from $ 911
      38 %
      2 stopovers Amsterdam-Schiphol Nairobi Kenyatta International
      42h 05min, from $ 1.093
      33 %
      Direct flights
      11h 40min, from $ 1.329
      14 %

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      A nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town typically takes around 11 hours 50 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 18 hours 35 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.
      Are there nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      Yes, there are nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 11 to 12 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.
      Which airlines fly from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      Direct flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town are operated by, among others, Condor and Lufthansa. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Emirates (via Dubai), Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) and Qatar Airways (via Doha). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.
      On which days are there nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.
      How many flights are there per day from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      On the route from Frankfurt to Cape Town, there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.
      How many flights per week are there from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      On the route from Frankfurt to Cape Town, there are around 11 to 12 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.
      When does the first flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town depart?
      The earliest nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town usually departs at 7:30 PM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Cape Town.
      When does the last flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town depart?
      The last nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Cape Town usually departs at 10:15 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.
      Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      For flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town, offers from Condor, Ethiopian Airlines and Iberia are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline works for you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.
      Which departure days are most popular for flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town?
      For flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town, departures on Monday, Thursday and Friday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or better-priced offers.

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      Departure country Flights from Germany
      Arrival airport Airport Cape Town (CPT)
      Destination country Flights to South Africa
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