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 27% 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, Lufthansa, and United 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 August 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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8:55 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

32h 55m

2 stops

5:25 am - 1:44 pm

JNB

SFO

42h 19m

2 stops

$1,149Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

10:55 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

31h 55m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 1:38 pm

JNB

SFO

35h 33m

2 stops

$1,149Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

8:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 05m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 1:38 pm

JNB

SFO

29h 38m

2 stops

$1,244Kenya Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27

9:40 am - 9:25 am

SFO

CPT

37h 45m

2 stops

10:40 am - 7:50 am

CPT

SFO

31h 10m

2 stops

$1,263Singapore Airlines

Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 14

9:40 am - 9:25 am

SFO

CPT

37h 45m

2 stops

10:40 am - 7:50 am

CPT

SFO

31h 10m

2 stops

$1,274Singapore Airlines

Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 14

11:50 pm - 12:15 am

SFO

JNB

39h 25m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 6:26 pm

JNB

SFO

34h 26m

2 stops

$1,284Kenya Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 13

8:35 pm - 8:05 am

SFO

CPT

25h 30m

1 stop

6:55 pm - 2:55 pm

CPT

SFO

30h 00m

1 stop

$1,348Iberia

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15

8:35 pm - 12:10 pm

SFO

CPT

29h 35m

1 stop

6:55 pm - 2:55 pm

CPT

SFO

30h 00m

1 stop

$1,348Iberia

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 10

4:00 pm - 8:40 am

SFO

JNB

31h 40m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 12:40 pm

JNB

SFO

33h 10m

2 stops

$1,364Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

3:00 pm - 3:15 pm

SFO

JNB

38h 15m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 12:40 pm

JNB

SFO

33h 10m

2 stops

$1,366Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 16

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Condor

Sep 7

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB7:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 22

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,285

Condor

Sep 23

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 35m

1 stop

CPT8:05 amCape Town Intl

Oct 7

CPT5:40 pmCape Town Intl

29h 50m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,309

Condor

Aug 23

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB7:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,327

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Oct 27

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB8:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 9

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 10m

2 stops

SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,364

Qatar Airways

Oct 12

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 29

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

57h 10m

2 stops

SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco

$1,366

Qatar Airways

Sep 7

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

33h 40m

2 stops

DUR10:35 amDurban King Shaka Intl

Sep 13

DUR5:00 pmDurban King Shaka Intl

53h 35m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,551

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San Francisco

Tue 11/10

8:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

5:25 am-1:44 pm

2 stops42h 19m

$1,149

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

10:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

12:05 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$1,149

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

8:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

5:00 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops29h 38m

$1,244

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 1/31

9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/14

10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,263

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 1/31

9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/14

10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,274

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 9/25

11:50 pm-12:15 am

2 stops39h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/13

5:00 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops34h 26m

$1,284

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SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 12/1

8:35 pm-8:05 am

1 stop25h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/15

6:55 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,348

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 1/27

8:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop29h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/10

6:55 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,348

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

4:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

1:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,364

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 11/30

3:00 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop38h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/16

1:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,366

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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 $1,167. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,260.

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 $1,391 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 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	22h 50m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 22h 50m

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 August 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
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,466 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,553 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,634 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom $842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,484 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,851 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,145 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 316 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,060 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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