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

Friday 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 31 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Ethiopian Air and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl

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

4 flights are operational daily from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Historically, on average around 10% 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 102 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon 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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29h 55m1 stop

€615KLM

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3 Mar

FRA21:35Frankfurt am Main

15h 10m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

22 Mar

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

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FRA05:45Frankfurt am Main

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15 Jan

FRA21:35Frankfurt am Main

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16h 55m

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FRA05:45Frankfurt am Main

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28 Feb

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14h 25m

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16h 55m

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9 Apr

FRA14:15Frankfurt am Main

31h 10m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

22 Apr

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29h 55m

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FRA13:35Frankfurt am Main

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11 Apr

FRA18:45Frankfurt am Main

27h 00m

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34h 20m

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19 Dec

FRA10:15Frankfurt am Main

18h 55m

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20h 15m

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14:15-21:25

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

In general, May 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 €696. If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of May, then departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around €734.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town in the evening for as low as €549. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Cape Town is in the afternoon when prices are around €676.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 €820 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 €695 on momondo.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town takes 11h 45m

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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 45m 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?
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.
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 Airbus A330-900neo (48.80% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A340-300 (41.67%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (8.13%), and Airbus A350-900 (0.69%).

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

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

As of December 2025, prices for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Ethiopian Air and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Frankfurt am Main to Cape Town Intl

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

Historically, on average around 10% 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 102 minutes.

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

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

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

Friday 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.

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 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

4 flights are operational daily from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cape Town as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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 31 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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