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

Condor, Turkish Airlines, and Air Europa 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 29% 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.

$705 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to South Africa in 2026

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6:00 am - 7:10 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:20 pm - 5:11 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

29h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$977Delta

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Mar 2

8:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:20 pm - 9:39 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

33h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$977Delta

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27

8:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:55 pm - 11:56 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

35h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$989Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Oct 14

1:50 pm - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:59 pm - 11:45 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

45h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$989KLM

Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Jan 17

1:50 pm - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:59 pm - 11:45 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

45h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$989KLM

Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Jan 18

11:00 pm - 10:40 pmSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

8:30 am - 12:55 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

38h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,008Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Nov 30

2:00 pm - 5:50 pmSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:00 pm - 9:22 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

32h 22m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,043Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 25

11:58 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 52m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 9:39 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

38h 39m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,160Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 12

10:30 pm - 12:15 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 3:04 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

31h 04m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,180Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13

10:15 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 3:05 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,185Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

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1:45 pm - 9:20 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:50 pm - 12:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

27h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$990KLM

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

7:00 am - 9:20 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

6:50 pm - 12:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

27h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$995KLM

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

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

$1,454Condor

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

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

30h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:35 pm - 6:23 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 48m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,511Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

8:45 am - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

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

28h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,577Iberia

Sun, Aug 30 - Fri, Oct 9

1:45 pm - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles London Heathrow

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

28h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,577Iberia

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Oct 7

5:00 am - 6:30 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

10:00 pm - 5:42 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 42m2 stops Newark Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,653United Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

8:50 am - 6:30 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Newark

10:00 pm - 8:17 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

31h 17m2 stops Newark Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,654United Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

5:00 pm - 11:30 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:25 pm - 2:00 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,664Emirates

Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Oct 5

5:00 pm - 11:30 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

8:00 pm - 2:00 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,664Emirates

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Oct 6

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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Francisco to South Africa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Sep 21

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 6

JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

52h 50m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,234

Qatar Airways

Oct 11

SFO11:32 amSan Francisco

36h 38m

2 stops

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

53h 50m

2 stops

SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,297

Qatar Airways

Sep 1

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

57h 05m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,494

Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on San Francisco to South Africa flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Oct 19

SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco

32h 35m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 2

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

2 stops

SFO3:05 pmSan Francisco

$1,185

Kenya Airways

Nov 12

SFO9:35 pmSan Francisco

40h 50m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 16

JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 34m

2 stops

SFO12:39 pmSan Francisco

$1,191

Kenya Airways

Oct 13

SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco

42h 30m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

50h 11m

2 stops

SFO6:26 pmSan Francisco

$1,198

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Tue 2/16

6:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:20 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop29h 51m

$977

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Sun 10/11

8:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

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Tue 10/27

9:20 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop33h 19m

$977

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1 stop26h 40m

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9:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop35h 01m

$989

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1:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/17

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$989

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San Francisco

Sun 12/6

1:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/18

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$989

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San Francisco

Sun 11/22

11:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops37h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/30

8:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$1,008

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SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

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San Francisco

Sun 10/11

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop42h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/25

10:00 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops32h 22m

$1,043

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SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

11:58 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

5:00 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$1,160

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SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/5

10:30 pm-12:15 am

2 stops40h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/13

5:00 pm-3:04 pm

2 stops31h 04m

$1,180

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/19

10:15 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/2

5:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,185

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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 $1,167. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,313.

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 $1,419 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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Best Price Found	$705
Fastest flight time	21h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $705. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $977.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 21h 55m

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 4,480 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,565 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,530 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,993 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,194 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $1,027	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,124 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,161	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,223 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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