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

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

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Delta 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 31% 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 June 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.

$774 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to South Africa in 2026

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10:55 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

31h 55m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 1:38 pm

JNB

SFO

35h 33m

2 stops

$1,154Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

8:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 05m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 7:35 pm

JNB

SFO

36h 35m

2 stops

$1,155Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

8:25 pm - 12:15 am

SFO

JNB

42h 50m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 9:10 am

JNB

SFO

54h 00m

2 stops

$1,190Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 10

8:25 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 25m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 9:10 am

JNB

SFO

54h 00m

2 stops

$1,194Kenya Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 20

3:55 pm - 10:35 am

SFO

DUR

33h 40m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 1:35 pm

DUR

SFO

34h 30m

2 stops

$1,624Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Sep 7

3:55 pm - 10:35 am

SFO

DUR

33h 40m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 1:35 pm

DUR

SFO

34h 30m

2 stops

$1,625Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Sep 7

5:05 pm - 7:50 pm

SFO

DUR

41h 45m

2 stops

7:00 am - 2:00 pm

DUR

SFO

40h 00m

2 stops

$1,704Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 10

5:05 pm - 7:50 pm

SFO

DUR

41h 45m

2 stops

7:00 am - 2:00 pm

DUR

SFO

40h 00m

2 stops

$1,711Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 10

6:45 pm - 1:15 pm

SFO

DUR

33h 30m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 4:40 pm

DUR

SFO

34h 55m

2 stops

$1,723Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

6:45 pm - 5:15 pm

SFO

PTG

37h 30m

2 stops

11:00 am - 4:40 pm

PTG

SFO

38h 40m

2 stops

$1,748Turkish Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22

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Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Sep 22

SFO8:25 pmSan Francisco

42h 50m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 10

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

54h 00m

2 stops

SFO9:10 amSan Francisco

$1,190

Kenya Airways

Oct 1

SFO8:25 pmSan Francisco

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 20

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

54h 00m

2 stops

SFO9:10 amSan Francisco

$1,194

Kenya Airways

Oct 11

SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco

40h 30m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB5:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 06m

2 stops

SFO6:31 pmSan Francisco

$1,197

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Nov 10

SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB6:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 1

JNB1:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 10m

1 stop

SFO7:50 amSan Francisco

$1,264

Singapore Airlines

Nov 10

SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB6:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 1

JNB1:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 10m

1 stop

SFO7:50 amSan Francisco

$1,265

Singapore Airlines

Sep 19

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

46h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 14

JNB8:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 25m

1 stop

SFO9:50 amSan Francisco

$1,314

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Tue 10/27

10:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

12:05 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$1,154

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

8:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

5:00 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$1,155

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

8:25 pm-12:15 am

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

12:10 pm-9:10 am

2 stops54h 00m

$1,190

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 10/1

8:25 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/20

12:10 pm-9:10 am

2 stops54h 00m

$1,194

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SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

3:55 pm-10:35 am

2 stops33h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/7

12:05 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,624

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

3:55 pm-10:35 am

2 stops33h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/7

12:05 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,625

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

5:05 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops41h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,704

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

5:05 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops41h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,711

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Sat 9/19

6:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 9/23

2:45 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,723

San FranciscoPolokwane

SFO - PTG

SFOPTG

San Francisco

Fri 9/18

6:45 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops37h 30m

Polokwane

Tue 9/22

11:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$1,748

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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 $664. The month of July is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $709.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 $1,368 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 $1,003 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 40m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 22h 40m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to South Africa

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 June 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
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,609 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,699 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,416 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,055 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 306 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,530 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 690 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,861 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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