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

Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways 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 30% 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 March 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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6:45 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,026Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12

6:45 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,027Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12

10:55 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

31h 55m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 2:44 pm

JNB

SFO

30h 44m

2 stops

$1,055Kenya Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

11:45 am - 9:25 am

SFO

CPT

36h 40m

2 stops

10:40 am - 9:50 am

CPT

SFO

32h 10m

2 stops

$1,071Singapore Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

11:00 am - 6:35 pm

SFO

JNB

46h 35m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 9:10 am

JNB

SFO

46h 20m

1 stop

$1,093Singapore Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 16

3:55 pm - 5:45 pm

SFO

PLZ

40h 50m

3 stops

8:15 am - 1:35 pm

PLZ

SFO

38h 20m

3 stops

$1,424Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21

3:55 pm - 5:45 pm

SFO

PLZ

40h 50m

3 stops

8:15 am - 1:35 pm

PLZ

SFO

38h 20m

3 stops

$1,425Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21

2:40 pm - 11:30 am

SFO

HDS

35h 50m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 12:40 pm

HDS

SFO

31h 10m

2 stops

$1,545Lufthansa

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

5:05 pm - 2:30 pm

SFO

MQP

36h 25m

2 stops

4:15 pm - 2:00 pm

MQP

SFO

54h 45m

2 stops

$1,756Emirates

Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, Apr 26

4:45 pm - 5:30 pm

SFO

KIM

39h 45m

2 stops

6:10 pm - 1:50 pm

KIM

SFO

52h 40m

2 stops

$1,817Emirates

Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 22

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 30

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 12

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,026

Turkish Airlines

Apr 30

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 12

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,027

Turkish Airlines

Apr 9

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 22

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 50m

1 stop

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,067

Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Apr 21

SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco

31h 55m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 28

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 44m

2 stops

SFO2:44 pmSan Francisco

$1,055

Kenya Airways

Apr 28

SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco

31h 55m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 7

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 49m

2 stops

SFO6:49 pmSan Francisco

$1,059

Kenya Airways

May 11

SFO10:50 pmSan Francisco

38h 20m

2 stops

CPT10:10 pmCape Town Intl

May 24

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

43h 14m

3 stops

SFO12:39 amSan Francisco

$1,141

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Thu 4/30

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

5:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,026

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

5:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,027

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

10:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

5:00 pm-2:44 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$1,055

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 8/11

11:45 am-9:25 am

2 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/25

10:40 am-9:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

$1,071

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 5/11

11:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/16

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,093

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

3:55 pm-5:45 pm

3 stops40h 50m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 4/21

8:15 am-1:35 pm

3 stops38h 20m

$1,424

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

3:55 pm-5:45 pm

3 stops40h 50m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 4/21

8:15 am-1:35 pm

3 stops38h 20m

$1,425

San FranciscoHoedspruit

SFO - HDS

SFOHDS

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

2:40 pm-11:30 am

2 stops35h 50m

Hoedspruit

Tue 4/28

2:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,545

San FranciscoNelspruit

SFO - MQP

SFOMQP

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

5:05 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Sun 4/26

4:15 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops54h 45m

$1,756

San FranciscoKimberley

SFO - KIM

SFOKIM

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

4:45 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops39h 45m

Kimberley

Sun 3/22

6:10 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops52h 40m

$1,817

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 $1,036. The month of February is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,087.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,307 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 $1,029 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 35m
Direct flights	None

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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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 March 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,468 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,543 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,401 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,270 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $868	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,779 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $976	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,245 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,200 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,033	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,408 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,116	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 680 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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