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

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier 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 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 September 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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8:55 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 pm - 3:07 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

37h 02m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,150Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 12

8:44 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 06m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 pm - 3:07 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

37h 02m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,166Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Nov 12

9:40 am - 9:25 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 am - 7:50 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

$1,188Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15

9:40 am - 9:25 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 am - 7:50 amCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

$1,189Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 22

11:50 pm - 12:15 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 12:39 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

29h 39m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,198Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Nov 22

4:00 pm - 3:55 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

49h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 7:31 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

35h 31m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,208Kenya Airways

Sat, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 16

3:55 pm - 9:10 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

5:45 pm - 1:35 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

52h 50m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,234Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6

8:35 pm - 7:35 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

10:00 pm - 2:55 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

26h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,254British Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3

3:55 pm - 9:10 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:20 pm - 1:40 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,350Qatar Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

2:01 pm - 9:25 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 24m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

7:35 pm - 6:22 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 47m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles

$2,233British Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Nov 19

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4:20 pm - 9:10 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:55 pm - 2:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,461Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 21

10:35 pm - 1:35 pmSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

54h 00m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

2:25 pm - 3:04 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

33h 39m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,463Kenya Airways

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Oct 20

10:35 pm - 1:35 pmSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

54h 00m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

7:20 am - 3:04 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

40h 44m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,463Kenya Airways

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Oct 20

4:20 pm - 4:00 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:30 pm - 2:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

33h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,478Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 21

5:00 pm - 6:05 pmSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

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

28h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,594Emirates

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Oct 22

5:00 pm - 4:40 pmSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

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

27h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,594Emirates

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Oct 19

4:20 pm - 9:10 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:55 pm - 6:23 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

30h 28m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Los Angeles

$1,634Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 18

4:20 pm - 4:00 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

10:05 am - 2:10 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

37h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,726Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 18

7:15 am - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow

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

28h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,751Iberia

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Oct 19

7:15 am - 11:00 amSFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow

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

28h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,801Iberia

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Oct 20

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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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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 19

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 26

JNB8:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 20m

1 stop

SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,350

Qatar Airways

Oct 27

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB8:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 9

JNB8:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 20m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,380

Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Oct 5

SFO11:50 pmSan Francisco

39h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 22

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 39m

2 stops

SFO12:39 pmSan Francisco

$1,198

Kenya Airways

Oct 11

SFO11:49 pmSan Francisco

31h 01m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 27m

2 stops

SFO7:32 pmSan Francisco

$1,232

Kenya Airways

Oct 4

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

48h 50m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB1:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

47h 10m

2 stops

SFO2:45 pmSan Francisco

$1,242

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Sun 11/1

8:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 55m

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12:05 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops37h 02m

$1,150

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Sat 10/17

8:44 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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12:05 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops37h 02m

$1,166

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9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

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10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,188

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San Francisco

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9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/22

10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,189

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San Francisco

Mon 10/5

11:50 pm-12:15 am

2 stops39h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/22

5:00 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops29h 39m

$1,198

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San Francisco

Sat 3/6

4:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops49h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/16

5:00 pm-7:31 pm

2 stops35h 31m

$1,208

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San Francisco

Mon 9/21

3:55 pm-9:10 am

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

5:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops52h 50m

$1,234

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San Francisco

Thu 1/28

8:35 pm-7:35 am

1 stop25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/3

10:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,254

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SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/19

3:55 pm-9:10 am

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/26

8:20 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,350

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

2:01 pm-9:25 am

2 stops34h 24m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/19

7:35 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops32h 47m

$2,233

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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 $1,147. The month of April is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,354.

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 $1,414 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	$701
Fastest flight time	23h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $701. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,150.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 23h 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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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 September 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 4,477 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,550 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,040 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,209 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,571 reviews	Search KLM 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 7.3 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,173 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,161	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,221 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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