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 32% 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?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Singapore 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 May 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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11:59 pm - 10:10 pm

SFO

CPT

37h 11m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 7:35 pm

CPT

SFO

39h 10m

3 stops

$1,247Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

8:25 pm - 10:10 pm

SFO

CPT

40h 45m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 9:28 pm

CPT

SFO

40h 03m

3 stops

$1,259Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24

9:00 pm - 6:00 am

SFO

CPT

48h 00m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 9:39 pm

CPT

SFO

40h 14m

3 stops

$1,261Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 29

8:25 pm - 10:10 pm

SFO

CPT

40h 45m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 11:31 pm

CPT

SFO

42h 06m

3 stops

$1,269Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24

10:06 am - 4:00 am

SFO

JNB

32h 54m

2 stops

8:55 pm - 1:35 pm

JNB

SFO

25h 40m

1 stop

$1,469Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 23 - Wed, Sep 9

5:05 pm - 10:15 am

SFO

JNB

32h 10m

1 stop

10:05 am - 2:00 pm

JNB

SFO

36h 55m

1 stop

$1,473Emirates

Tue, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 21

11:45 am - 7:20 pm

SFO

JNB

46h 35m

1 stop

8:25 pm - 9:50 am

JNB

SFO

46h 25m

1 stop

$1,493Singapore Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 31

11:45 am - 9:00 am

SFO

JNB

36h 15m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 1:35 pm

JNB

SFO

33h 55m

1 stop

$1,494Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 23 - Wed, Sep 9

5:05 pm - 10:15 am

SFO

JNB

32h 10m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 2:00 pm

JNB

SFO

27h 50m

1 stop

$1,502Emirates

Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Sep 10

6:45 pm - 10:30 am

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,529Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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United Airlines

Aug 11

SFO12:45 amSan Francisco

32h 45m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 26

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 34m

2 stops

SFO5:34 pmSan Francisco

$1,638

United Airlines

Jun 5

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

26h 30m

1 stop

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 19

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,760

United Airlines

Jun 2

SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco

33h 31m

1 stop

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 12

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 50m

1 stop

SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco

$1,778

SWISS flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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SWISS

Jul 27

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

28h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 7

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 42m

2 stops

SFO8:02 pmSan Francisco

$1,598

SWISS

Aug 22

SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco

28h 30m

2 stops

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 5

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

$1,602

SWISS

Aug 22

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

31h 35m

2 stops

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 5

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

$1,605

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Mon 10/19

11:59 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops37h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/2

2:25 pm-7:35 pm

3 stops39h 10m

$1,247

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

8:25 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/24

2:25 pm-9:28 pm

3 stops40h 03m

$1,259

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 10/17

9:00 pm-6:00 am

2 stops48h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/29

2:25 pm-9:39 pm

3 stops40h 14m

$1,261

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

8:25 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/24

2:25 pm-11:31 pm

3 stops42h 06m

$1,269

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

10:06 am-4:00 am

2 stops32h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

8:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,469

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 8/11

5:05 pm-10:15 am

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/21

10:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$1,473

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 8/15

11:45 am-7:20 pm

1 stop46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/31

8:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop46h 25m

$1,493

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

11:45 am-9:00 am

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,494

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

5:05 pm-10:15 am

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

7:10 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$1,502

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/25

5:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,529

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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 $575. 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 $1,361 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 $1,032 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% 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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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 May 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 1,592 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,640 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,423 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,007 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 304 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,524 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,396 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 689 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,749 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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