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

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

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from San Francisco according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 27% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 14 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 August 2026, there are 14 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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10:55 pm - 12:25 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:25 am - 1:44 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

42h 19m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,160Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

8:45 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 3:11 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 11m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,160Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 5

9:40 am - 9:25 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 am - 7:50 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

$1,188Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Mar 2

9:40 am - 9:25 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 am - 7:50 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

$1,188Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22

9:00 pm - 12:25 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 pm - 4:37 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

38h 32m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,229Kenya Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Dec 5

8:37 pm - 12:25 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 48m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 pm - 12:22 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

34h 17m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,230Kenya Airways

Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Feb 13

3:00 pm - 8:40 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

4:50 pm - 12:40 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

53h 50m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,259Qatar Airways

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26

5:25 pm - 8:05 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

6:55 pm - 2:55 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

30h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,350Iberia

Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 8

6:25 pm - 12:10 pmSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

6:55 pm - 2:55 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

30h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,350Iberia

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 5

4:00 pm - 8:40 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:30 pm - 12:40 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

33h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,364Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

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4:30 pm - 7:30 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:35 pm - 2:30 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,290Condor

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

10:35 pm - 12:15 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 pm - 6:24 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

39h 14m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,459Kenya Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

10:35 pm - 12:15 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1:15 am - 6:24 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

50h 09m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,461Kenya Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 24

4:30 pm - 7:30 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:35 pm - 2:30 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,599Condor

Mon, Aug 17 - Sun, Aug 23

5:00 pm - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

7:10 pm - 2:00 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

27h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,622Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Sep 13

5:37 pm - 9:10 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

54h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl

2:05 pm - 1:35 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,630Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Sep 13

5:37 pm - 9:10 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

54h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl

2:05 pm - 1:35 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,631Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Sep 13

5:00 pm - 5:30 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

10:05 am - 2:00 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

36h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,648Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Sep 13

2:48 pm - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

6:50 pm - 9:26 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 36m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles

$1,761Iberia

Tue, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 29

8:29 am - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

6:50 pm - 1:50 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,800Iberia

Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 29

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Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Feb 6

SFO8:37 pmSan Francisco

45h 18m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 12

JNB1:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

44h 47m

2 stops

SFO12:22 pmSan Francisco

$1,198

Kenya Airways

Nov 1

SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco

41h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 5

JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

38h 32m

2 stops

SFO4:37 pmSan Francisco

$1,229

Kenya Airways

Jan 17

SFO8:37 pmSan Francisco

33h 13m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 24

JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 00m

2 stops

SFO12:05 pmSan Francisco

$1,232

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 10

SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco

30h 25m

1 stop

JNB11:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 1

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,366

Turkish Airlines

Oct 19

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 4

JNB12:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m

1 stop

SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,372

Turkish Airlines

Nov 16

SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco

33h 10m

2 stops

DUR1:45 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

Nov 20

DUR3:45 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

34h 45m

2 stops

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,618

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Tue 11/10

10:55 pm-12:25 am

2 stops39h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

5:25 am-1:44 pm

2 stops42h 19m

$1,160

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SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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San Francisco

Mon 10/19

8:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/5

5:00 pm-3:11 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$1,160

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San Francisco

Mon 2/1

9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

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10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,188

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 2/8

9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/22

10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,188

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

9:00 pm-12:25 am

2 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/5

12:05 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops38h 32m

$1,229

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 1/21

8:37 pm-12:25 am

2 stops41h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/13

12:05 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops34h 17m

$1,230

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/12

3:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/26

4:50 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops53h 50m

$1,259

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San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 11/28

5:25 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/8

6:55 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,350

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

6:25 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/5

6:55 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,350

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

4:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

1:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,364

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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, February 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 $1,147. The month of April is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,311.

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 $1,404 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 $1,167 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	27h 30m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 27h 30m

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 August 2026, there are 14 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,474 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,559 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,508 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,939 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,163 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 321 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,112 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,161	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,194 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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