What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, Turkish Airlines and United 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 26% 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.

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

Turkish Airlines, Condor, and Ethiopian Air 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 July 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.

$748 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to South Africa in 2026

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10:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

32h 05m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 12:22 pm

JNB

SFO

29h 22m

2 stops

$1,137Kenya Airways

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 15

8:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 05m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 7:35 pm

JNB

SFO

36h 35m

2 stops

$1,150Multiple 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

$1,156Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

4:40 pm - 7:50 pm

SFO

DUR

42h 10m

2 stops

7:00 am - 2:00 pm

DUR

SFO

40h 00m

2 stops

$1,725Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 10

4:40 pm - 7:50 pm

SFO

DUR

42h 10m

2 stops

7:00 am - 2:00 pm

DUR

SFO

40h 00m

2 stops

$1,755Emirates

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Sep 7

7:35 pm - 5:50 pm

SFO

KIM

37h 15m

2 stops

10:55 am - 6:30 pm

KIM

SFO

40h 35m

2 stops

$1,791Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

7:35 pm - 5:50 pm

SFO

KIM

37h 15m

2 stops

10:55 am - 6:30 pm

KIM

SFO

40h 35m

2 stops

$1,792Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

7:00 am - 11:55 am

SFO

PLZ

43h 55m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 9:15 pm

PLZ

SFO

41h 35m

2 stops

$2,406United Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 16

11:59 pm - 7:25 am

SFO

PLZ

69h 26m

3 stops

12:40 pm - 2:55 pm

PLZ

SFO

36h 15m

2 stops

$2,674British Airways

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Jan 4

7:00 am - 11:55 am

SFO

PLZ

43h 55m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 9:28 pm

PLZ

SFO

41h 48m

2 stops

$3,644United Airlines

Sat, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 28

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Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Oct 25

SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco

32h 05m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 22m

2 stops

SFO12:22 pmSan Francisco

$1,137

Kenya Airways

Oct 26

SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco

42h 40m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 16

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 38m

2 stops

SFO1:38 pmSan Francisco

$1,181

Kenya Airways

Oct 1

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

51h 20m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 20

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 55m

2 stops

SFO3:05 pmSan Francisco

$1,198

Condor flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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

Condor

Aug 23

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB7:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,284

Condor

Aug 23

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB7:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,285

Condor

Aug 23

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB7:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,288

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Sun 10/25

10:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/15

5:00 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$1,137

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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

$1,150

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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

$1,156

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SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

4:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops42h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,725

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SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

4:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops42h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/7

7:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,755

San FranciscoKimberley

SFO - KIM

SFOKIM

San Francisco

Wed 10/28

7:35 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Kimberley

Sun 11/1

10:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$1,791

San FranciscoKimberley

SFO - KIM

SFOKIM

San Francisco

Wed 10/28

7:35 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Kimberley

Sun 11/1

10:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$1,792

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

7:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops43h 55m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 8/16

12:40 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops41h 35m

$2,406

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Mon 12/21

11:59 pm-7:25 am

3 stops69h 26m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 1/4

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$2,674

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sat 7/25

7:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops43h 55m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 7/28

12:40 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops41h 48m

$3,644

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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, 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 $1,385 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 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	27h 25m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 27h 25m

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 July 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
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,445 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,627 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom $842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,467 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,808 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,113 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 693 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 311 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,538 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,988 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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