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 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?

Austrian Airlines, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines 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 March 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.

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11:45 am - 6:35 pm

SFO

JNB

45h 50m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 9:50 am

JNB

SFO

47h 00m

1 stop

$1,007Singapore Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25

11:45 am - 6:35 pm

SFO

JNB

45h 50m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 9:50 am

JNB

SFO

47h 00m

1 stop

$1,008Singapore Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25

12:55 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

36h 35m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 10:50 am

JNB

SFO

26h 00m

1 stop

$1,024Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 14

6:45 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,025Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12

12:55 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

36h 35m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 10:50 am

JNB

SFO

26h 00m

1 stop

$1,026Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 30

3:55 pm - 7:50 pm

SFO

DUR

42h 55m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 1:35 pm

DUR

SFO

34h 30m

2 stops

$1,343Qatar Airways

Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 24

3:55 pm - 4:20 pm

SFO

DUR

39h 25m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 1:35 pm

DUR

SFO

34h 30m

2 stops

$1,350Qatar Airways

Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 24

2:20 pm - 5:35 pm

SFO

PLZ

42h 15m

2 stops

8:05 am - 4:15 pm

PLZ

SFO

41h 10m

2 stops

$1,611SWISS

Fri, May 29 - Tue, Jun 9

5:05 pm - 8:00 pm

SFO

PLZ

41h 55m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 2:00 pm

PLZ

SFO

58h 20m

2 stops

$1,715Emirates

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9

5:05 pm - 3:05 pm

SFO

PLZ

37h 00m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 2:00 pm

PLZ

SFO

34h 20m

2 stops

$1,716Emirates

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 30

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

36h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 14

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,024

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

$1,025

Turkish Airlines

Apr 14

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

36h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 30

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,026

Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Sep 1

SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco

32h 05m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 17m

2 stops

SFO3:17 pmSan Francisco

$1,096

Kenya Airways

May 6

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

60h 00m

2 stops

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

Jun 7

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

39h 49m

3 stops

SFO9:14 pmSan Francisco

$1,120

Kenya Airways

May 7

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

52h 40m

3 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

May 17

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

43h 14m

3 stops

SFO12:39 amSan Francisco

$1,132

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Wed 8/5

11:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop45h 50m

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Tue 8/25

7:50 pm-9:50 am

1 stop47h 00m

$1,007

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SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

11:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop45h 50m

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Tue 8/25

7:50 pm-9:50 am

1 stop47h 00m

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Thu 4/30

12:55 pm-10:30 am

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5:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop26h 00m

$1,024

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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

$1,025

San FranciscoJohannesburg

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SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

12:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/30

5:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop26h 00m

$1,026

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SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 5/11

3:55 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops42h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 5/24

12:05 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,343

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 5/11

3:55 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops39h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 5/24

12:05 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,350

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Fri 5/29

2:20 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops42h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 6/9

8:05 am-4:15 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$1,611

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

5:05 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops41h 55m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 9/9

12:40 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops58h 20m

$1,715

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

5:05 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 9/9

12:40 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,716

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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 $1,055. 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 $1,308 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 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 15m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 22h 15m

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 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,472 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,546 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,467 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,289 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $868	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,797 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $976	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,256 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,210 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,033	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,737 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,431 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,116	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 682 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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