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

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

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and British Airways 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 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 16 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 May 2026, there are 16 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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2:13 pm - 9:20 am

SFO

JNB

34h 07m

2 stops

7:20 pm - 4:15 pm

JNB

SFO

29h 55m

1 stop

$1,145SWISS

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 22

8:45 pm - 12:25 am

SFO

JNB

42h 40m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 9:39 pm

JNB

SFO

38h 39m

2 stops

$1,154Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

8:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 05m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 7:35 pm

JNB

SFO

36h 35m

2 stops

$1,155Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

12:55 pm - 1:15 pm

SFO

DUR

39h 20m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 10:50 am

DUR

SFO

29h 05m

2 stops

$1,499Turkish Airlines

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

$1,678Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20

5:05 pm - 7:20 pm

SFO

PZB

65h 15m

2 stops

6:20 pm - 2:00 pm

PZB

SFO

52h 40m

2 stops

$1,827Emirates

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

5:05 pm - 8:05 am

SFO

PZB

30h 00m

2 stops

6:20 pm - 2:00 pm

PZB

SFO

52h 40m

2 stops

$2,673Emirates

Sun, Jun 28 - Sun, Jul 5

11:29 pm - 3:05 pm

SFO

PLZ

54h 36m

3 stops

3:45 pm - 5:30 pm

PLZ

SFO

34h 45m

2 stops

$2,708British Airways

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 30

6:00 am - 11:55 am

SFO

PLZ

44h 55m

2 stops

7:55 am - 12:32 pm

PLZ

SFO

37h 37m

2 stops

$3,280United Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Fri, May 29

7:30 pm - 3:05 pm

SFO

PLZ

34h 35m

2 stops

12:40 pm - 3:00 pm

PLZ

SFO

36h 20m

2 stops

$3,814British Airways

Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Dec 10

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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

Qatar Airways

Sep 21

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

33h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Oct 2

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

27h 05m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,436

Qatar Airways

Sep 14

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

33h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Sep 28

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

27h 05m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,437

Qatar Airways

Nov 9

SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

33h 30m

1 stop

CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl

34h 05m

1 stop

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,491

SWISS flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Our best SWISS deals on San Francisco to South Africa flight tickets

SWISS

May 27

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

28h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 7

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

$1,720

SWISS

May 27

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

28h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 7

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 12m

2 stops

SFO6:32 pmSan Francisco

$1,726

SWISS

Jun 6

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

32h 25m

2 stops

PLZ1:00 pmPort Elizabeth

Jun 30

PLZ1:30 pmPort Elizabeth

35h 45m

2 stops

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

$2,140

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

2:13 pm-9:20 am

2 stops34h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/22

7:20 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$1,145

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

8:45 pm-12:25 am

2 stops42h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

5:00 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$1,154

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

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

$1,155

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

12:55 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/7

2:45 pm-10:50 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,499

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San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

6:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 9/20

2:45 pm-10:50 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,678

San FranciscoPietermaritzburg

SFO - PZB

SFOPZB

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

5:05 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops65h 15m

Pietermaritzburg

Mon 9/14

6:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops52h 40m

$1,827

San FranciscoPietermaritzburg

SFO - PZB

SFOPZB

San Francisco

Sun 6/28

5:05 pm-8:05 am

2 stops30h 00m

Pietermaritzburg

Sun 7/5

6:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops52h 40m

$2,673

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Wed 6/3

11:29 pm-3:05 pm

3 stops54h 36m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 6/30

3:45 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$2,708

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

6:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops44h 55m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 5/29

7:55 am-12:32 pm

2 stops37h 37m

$3,280

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Mon 6/1

7:30 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 12/10

12:40 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$3,814

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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 $1,354 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	28h 45m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 28h 45m

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 16 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 1,588 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,654 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,449 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,985 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 305 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,517 reviews	Search KLM flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,332 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,002	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,370 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,723 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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