How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town on average per day?

5 flights are operational daily from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town as of October 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl?

KLM is the most popular carrier operating from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flights?

According to our data, Condor have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 8% of flights between Frankfurt am Main and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 188 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town on average per week?

The number of flights available between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Cape Town is 35 per week as of October 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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08:30 - 22:05CPT Cape Town Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main

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Tue, 24 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

10:55 - 12:05FRA Frankfurt am Main-CPT Cape Town Intl

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21:35 - 14:10FRA Frankfurt am Main-CPT Cape Town Intl

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06:50 - 05:45FRA Frankfurt am Main-CPT Cape Town Intl

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11:45 - 06:25FRA Frankfurt am Main-CPT Cape Town Intl

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21:35 - 13:00FRA Frankfurt am Main-CPT Cape Town Intl

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15h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

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11:45 - 06:25FRA Frankfurt am Main-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

00:30 - 22:05CPT Cape Town Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main

22h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

€686Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from €719 to €931.
The lowest price recently found on this route was €643.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around €744. If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of April, then departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around €749.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around €878 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main Airport for as low as €804 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	11h 55m
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Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Frankfurt am Main Airport in the past 72 hours is €482. The best return flight deal from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is €643.

The fastest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town takes 11h 55m

Direct flights go from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town every day.

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Frankfurt am Main Airport there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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How far is Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Cape Town Intl is about 9380.9 km. 11h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
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How old do you have to be to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (54.41% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330-900neo (43.31%), Airbus A350-900 (0.96%), and Airbus A340-300 (0.51%).

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