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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport from R6 749

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — FRA
Mar 30 — Apr 61
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Frankfurt (FRA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 134

One-way from

R6 749

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 153

Good round-trip deal

R14 342 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 712 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 18/5-25/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 710 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 751 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sun 18/518:25CPT - FRA
2 stops22h 50mKLM
Sun 25/517:55FRA - CPT
1 stop27h 15mKLM
Deal found 24/3R13 134
Fri 16/513:10CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/520:30FRA - CPT
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R13 170
Wed 24/917:00CPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 15mCondor
Wed 10/1221:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 55mCondor
Deal found 24/3R13 334
Sun 18/516:35CPT - FRA
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 25/514:25FRA - CPT
1 stop21h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3R13 425
Sun 11/513:50CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/522:05FRA - CPT
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/3R13 825
Fri 13/613:00CPT - FRA
1 stop18h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 20/620:30FRA - CPT
1 stop38h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R13 971
Wed 24/913:05CPT - FRA
1 stop31h 00mEmirates
Wed 10/1221:10FRA - CPT
1 stop18h 35mEmirates
Deal found 24/3R14 043
Sun 11/58:40CPT - FRA
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
Mon 26/517:35FRA - CPT
3 stops23h 10mSWISS
Deal found 23/3R15 553
Wed 4/618:55CPT - FRA
1 stop18h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 29/915:00FRA - CPT
1 stop20h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3R15 699
Sun 11/518:05CPT - FRA
Nonstop11h 15mLufthansa
Mon 26/522:15FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 23/3R16 135
Sun 25/523:15CPT - FRA
2 stops22h 50mAir France
Tue 12/87:05FRA - CPT
2 stops38h 20mAir France
Deal found 23/3R16 790
Mon 22/915:00CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 30mTAAG
Thu 2/1021:55FRA - CPT
1 stop16h 05mTAAG
Deal found 24/3R17 863

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Frankfurt

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

18:25-17:15

2 stops22h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 25/5

17:55-21:10

1 stop27h 15m

R13 134

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

16:35-21:00

1 stop28h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 25/5

14:25-11:50

1 stop21h 25m

R13 425

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/5

13:05-13:15

1 stop24h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 30/5

22:20-11:35

1 stop37h 15m

R14 080

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/5

13:10-9:00

2 stops19h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 1/6

7:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

R14 716

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/6

13:00-14:35

1 stop25h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 29/6

20:30-10:50

1 stop38h 20m

R14 916

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

8:40-8:05

1 stop23h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 2/6

20:45-16:45

2 stops20h 00m

R14 989

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/6

18:55-13:50

1 stop18h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 29/9

15:00-11:00

1 stop20h 00m

R15 699

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/6

15:25-6:25

1 stop15h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/10

22:05-13:00

1 stop14h 55m

R16 517

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/6

23:15-19:10

2 stops19h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 27/9

18:30-14:35

2 stops20h 05m

R17 208

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

18:05-5:20

Nonstop11h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 25/5

22:05-12:40

1 stop14h 35m

R17 518

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R684). Flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R846). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Frankfurt. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 423 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main. 11 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at R13 134. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R13 425 and R13 825, respectively. Users have found that KLM is 16% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    R6 749 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R7 513 and R7 949, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport consider choosing Condor(93%), ANA(76%) or United Airlines(75%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay R43 443 for a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R9 691 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Frankfurt am Main) is currently priced at R12 461.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Of the flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Dubai. Doha is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R440.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport is Addis Ababa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Frankfurt flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Frankfurt by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R684). Flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R846). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt on these airlines

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Top 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR9 355AverageR14 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR11 923AverageR17 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR12 185AverageR17 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 487AverageR13 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 652AverageR14 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 846AverageR15 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 879AverageR17 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 473AverageR15 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR14 096AverageR19 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 019AverageR16 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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