What airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and British Airways 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 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating 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 May 2026, there are 16 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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6:45 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,190Turkish Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

8:45 pm - 12:25 am

SFO

JNB

42h 40m

2 stops

1:35 am - 1:38 pm

JNB

SFO

46h 03m

2 stops

$1,197Kenya Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 8

9:00 pm - 12:25 am

SFO

JNB

42h 25m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 12:22 pm

JNB

SFO

34h 17m

2 stops

$1,198Kenya Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

8:55 pm - 12:25 am

SFO

JNB

41h 30m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 1:38 pm

JNB

SFO

30h 38m

2 stops

$1,206Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 9

10:45 pm - 12:25 am

SFO

JNB

39h 40m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 12:22 pm

JNB

SFO

29h 22m

2 stops

$1,213Kenya Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 9

11:50 pm - 12:15 am

SFO

JNB

39h 25m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 9:28 pm

JNB

SFO

37h 28m

2 stops

$1,239Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 16

11:00 am - 10:55 am

SFO

DUR

37h 55m

3 stops

5:00 pm - 12:40 pm

DUR

SFO

53h 40m

2 stops

$1,633Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5

3:55 pm - 10:35 am

SFO

DUR

33h 40m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 7:25 pm

DUR

SFO

40h 20m

3 stops

$1,684Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Sep 7

5:05 pm - 7:50 pm

SFO

DUR

41h 45m

2 stops

11:15 am - 2:00 pm

DUR

SFO

35h 45m

2 stops

$1,764Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 10

5:05 pm - 1:45 pm

SFO

UTT

35h 40m

2 stops

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

UTT

SFO

39h 00m

2 stops

$1,868Emirates

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

Condor flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Our best Condor deals on San Francisco to South Africa flight tickets

Condor

Aug 21

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 20m

1 stop

JNB7:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 8

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,387

Condor

Sep 23

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 35m

1 stop

CPT8:05 amCape Town Intl

Oct 4

CPT5:45 pmCape Town Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,486

Condor

May 14

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

31h 00m

1 stop

CPT8:30 amCape Town Intl

May 16

CPT5:45 pmCape Town Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,533

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to South Africa flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Aug 30

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 8

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,190

Turkish Airlines

Aug 30

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 8

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,275

Turkish Airlines

Aug 30

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 8

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,276

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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

$1,190

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

8:45 pm-12:25 am

2 stops42h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/8

1:35 am-1:38 pm

2 stops46h 03m

$1,197

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

9:00 pm-12:25 am

2 stops42h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

12:05 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops34h 17m

$1,198

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

8:55 pm-12:25 am

2 stops41h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

5:00 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$1,206

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

10:45 pm-12:25 am

2 stops39h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

5:00 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$1,213

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

11:50 pm-12:15 am

2 stops39h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/16

5:00 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops37h 28m

$1,239

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

11:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops37h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/5

5:00 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops53h 40m

$1,633

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-7:25 pm

3 stops40h 20m

$1,684

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

11:15 am-2:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,764

San FranciscoMthatha

SFO - UTT

SFOUTT

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

5:05 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Mthatha Umtata

Thu 9/17

8:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$1,868

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, July 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 $540. The month of May is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $664.

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 $1,354 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 $1,032 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 35m
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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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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 May 2026, there are 16 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 1,587 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,664 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,451 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,972 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 305 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,514 reviews	Search KLM flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,329 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,002	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,360 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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