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.

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

Qatar Airways, Turkish 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 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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8:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 05m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 7:35 pm

JNB

SFO

36h 35m

2 stops

$1,154Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

10:55 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

31h 55m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 1:38 pm

JNB

SFO

30h 38m

2 stops

$1,155Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

9:40 am - 6:10 am

SFO

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

1:40 pm - 7:50 am

JNB

SFO

28h 10m

1 stop

$1,264Singapore Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

9:40 am - 9:25 am

SFO

CPT

37h 45m

2 stops

10:40 am - 7:50 am

CPT

SFO

31h 10m

2 stops

$1,315Singapore Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

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

6:45 pm - 1:15 pm

SFO

DUR

33h 30m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 10:50 am

DUR

SFO

29h 05m

2 stops

$1,658Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

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

3:55 pm - 10:35 am

SFO

DUR

33h 40m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 6:23 pm

DUR

SFO

39h 18m

3 stops

$1,708Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Sep 7

6:45 pm - 1:15 pm

SFO

DUR

33h 30m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 10:50 am

DUR

SFO

29h 05m

2 stops

$1,723Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

5:05 pm - 4:35 pm

SFO

DUR

38h 30m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 2:00 pm

DUR

SFO

28h 20m

1 stop

$1,753Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 10

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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 11

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m

1 stop

SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,331

Turkish Airlines

Sep 6

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 15

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,358

Turkish Airlines

Nov 11

SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco

30h 25m

1 stop

JNB11:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 23

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,370

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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

Qatar Airways

Oct 27

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB8:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 9

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 10m

2 stops

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,399

Qatar Airways

Oct 27

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB8:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 9

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 10m

2 stops

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,400

Qatar Airways

Sep 15

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

33h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Sep 30

CPT1:15 pmCape Town Intl

33h 20m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,440

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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

$1,154

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

10:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

5:00 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$1,155

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 11/10

9:40 am-6:10 am

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

1:40 pm-7:50 am

1 stop28h 10m

$1,264

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 11/10

9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/24

10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,315

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

$1,624

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-10:50 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,658

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

Mon 8/3

3:55 pm-10:35 am

2 stops33h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/7

12:05 pm-6:23 pm

3 stops39h 18m

$1,708

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-10:50 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,723

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

5:05 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop38h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/10

6:40 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$1,753

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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 $1,367 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 $988 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	24h 35m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 24h 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 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 1,606 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,657 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,403 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,047 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 1,527 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,411 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 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,820 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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