What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to South Africa?

Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from San Francisco according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa?

As of March 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:55 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

36h 35m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,019Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12

6:45 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,047Turkish Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

12:55 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

36h 35m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 40m

1 stop

$1,056Turkish Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 25

3:55 pm - 1:40 pm

SFO

PZB

60h 45m

2 stops

8:45 am - 1:35 pm

PZB

SFO

37h 50m

2 stops

$1,588Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7

5:05 pm - 7:20 pm

SFO

PZB

41h 15m

2 stops

7:05 am - 2:00 pm

PZB

SFO

39h 55m

2 stops

$1,687Emirates

Mon, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 9

5:05 pm - 2:30 pm

SFO

MQP

36h 25m

2 stops

5:20 pm - 2:00 pm

MQP

SFO

53h 40m

2 stops

$1,703Emirates

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

10:25 am - 1:30 pm

SFO

HDS

42h 05m

3 stops

12:10 pm - 1:35 pm

HDS

SFO

58h 25m

2 stops

$1,715Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 19

4:40 pm - 1:00 pm

SFO

PLZ

59h 20m

3 stops

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

PLZ

SFO

58h 00m

2 stops

$2,101Lufthansa

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21

7:30 pm - 1:00 pm

SFO

PLZ

32h 30m

3 stops

1:30 pm - 4:15 pm

PLZ

SFO

35h 45m

2 stops

$2,532SWISS

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21

7:30 pm - 1:00 pm

SFO

PLZ

32h 30m

3 stops

1:30 pm - 1:40 pm

PLZ

SFO

33h 10m

3 stops

$2,929SWISS

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 30

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

36h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 12

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,019

Turkish Airlines

Aug 23

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 10

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,047

Turkish Airlines

May 7

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

36h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 25

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,056

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Sep 1

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 05m

1 stop

JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 18

JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,113

Qatar Airways

Sep 1

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 05m

1 stop

JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

53h 45m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,170

Qatar Airways

Aug 23

SFO8:00 amSan Francisco

35h 00m

2 stops

JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,172

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SFO - JNB

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San Francisco

Thu 4/30

12:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

5:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,019

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/30

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/8

5:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,047

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

12:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/25

6:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,056

San FranciscoPietermaritzburg

SFO - PZB

SFOPZB

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

3:55 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops60h 45m

Pietermaritzburg

Mon 9/7

8:45 am-1:35 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$1,588

San FranciscoPietermaritzburg

SFO - PZB

SFOPZB

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

5:05 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops41h 15m

Pietermaritzburg

Thu 4/9

7:05 am-2:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

$1,687

San FranciscoNelspruit

SFO - MQP

SFOMQP

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

5:05 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Tue 5/12

5:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops53h 40m

$1,703

San FranciscoHoedspruit

SFO - HDS

SFOHDS

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

10:25 am-1:30 pm

3 stops42h 05m

Hoedspruit

Sat 9/19

12:10 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops58h 25m

$1,715

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

4:40 pm-1:00 pm

3 stops59h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 4/21

1:30 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops58h 00m

$2,101

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

7:30 pm-1:00 pm

3 stops32h 30m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 4/21

1:30 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$2,532

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

7:30 pm-1:00 pm

3 stops32h 30m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 4/21

1:30 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops33h 10m

$2,929

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,055. The month of February is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,087.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,308 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from San Francisco for as low as $1,029 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 35m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 22h 35m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to South Africa.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa?
As of March 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,478 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,553 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,500 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,336 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,821 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 301 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,231 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,017	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,282 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,033	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,492 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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