£455 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Frankfurt (FRAN)

Q: How many airports are there in Frankfurt?

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Frankfurt Hahn.

Q: How much are return flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Frankfurt is £455. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

11 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Frankfurt.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

Condor, South African Airways and United fly direct from Cape Town to Frankfurt.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

As of June 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Frankfurt.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt is usually June 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Frankfurt?

If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt am Main – which is 7.3 miles away from the centre of Frankfurt. We've found flights into this airport from £455 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Frankfurt on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Frankfurt on Wednesday, 24 September 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Frankfurt?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 57 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Cape Town Airport to Frankfurt?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

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Frankfurt.£455 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £455, select.

Frankfurt.£464 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Dec, returning Tue, 13 Jan.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Cape Town on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £464, select.

Frankfurt.£472 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Cape Town on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £472, select.

Frankfurt.£489 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £489, select.

Frankfurt.£495 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt Hahn.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £495, select.

Frankfurt.£506 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £506, select.

Frankfurt.£514 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Cape Town on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £514, select.

Frankfurt.£523 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £523, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Frankfurt

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Frankfurt flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Alternative Cape Town to Frankfurt routes

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Cape Town to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£455
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	11 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airline	Condor
Average flights per week	23

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

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Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Frankfurt: what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt is 11 hours 40 minutes.
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is one hour behind Cape Town.
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route, with eight weekly flights to pick from. You can fly from CPT to FRA at 17:10 with Condor.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CPT to Frankfurt flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your trip at CPT and travel nonstop to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Lufthansa. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CPT to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
To get to CPT from central Cape Town, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel near CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
81.65% of flights departing from Cape Town International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of CPT.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Frankfurt

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt flight is £195. The cheapest price for a return flight is £455. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CPT to Frankfurt.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CPT to Frankfurt by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find a cheap flight from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 9 miles from central Frankfurt. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CPT to Frankfurt.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

The centre of Frankfurt is around 75 miles from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near HHN. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CPT to Frankfurt flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Frankfurt

Plan your trip to Frankfurt in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CPT to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

More about Frankfurt

After booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Frankfurt, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Frankfurt.

Explore more of Germany

You've visited Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 260 miles north-east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 240 miles north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.