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

Turkish Airlines and Condor are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, Turkish Airlines and United 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.

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 July 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.

$712 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to South Africa in 2026

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11:59 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

30h 51m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 9:39 pm

JNB

SFO

43h 34m

2 stops

$1,149Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 3

11:59 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

30h 51m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 1:10 pm

JNB

SFO

29h 10m

2 stops

$1,159Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20

10:55 pm - 12:25 am

SFO

JNB

39h 30m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 1:44 pm

JNB

SFO

30h 44m

2 stops

$1,160Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

8:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 05m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 7:35 pm

JNB

SFO

41h 30m

2 stops

$1,163Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

8:25 pm - 3:50 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 25m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 11:31 pm

JNB

SFO

44h 21m

2 stops

$1,172Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

5:00 pm - 7:50 pm

SFO

DUR

41h 50m

2 stops

7:00 am - 2:00 pm

DUR

SFO

40h 00m

2 stops

$1,677Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 10

6:45 pm - 1:45 pm

SFO

BFN

34h 00m

2 stops

2:20 pm - 4:40 pm

BFN

SFO

35h 20m

2 stops

$1,795Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

4:40 pm - 6:15 pm

SFO

BFN

64h 35m

2 stops

7:50 am - 2:00 pm

BFN

SFO

39h 10m

2 stops

$1,834Emirates

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

6:10 am - 11:55 am

SFO

PLZ

44h 45m

2 stops

8:00 am - 3:04 pm

PLZ

SFO

40h 04m

2 stops

$2,094United Airlines

Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10

7:30 pm - 11:55 am

SFO

PLZ

31h 25m

2 stops

7:00 pm - 6:45 pm

PLZ

SFO

33h 45m

2 stops

$3,784British Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Feb 24

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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Sep 29

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

27h 05m

1 stop

JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 6

JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

53h 45m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,271

Qatar Airways

Sep 7

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 13

JNB3:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

43h 25m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,300

Qatar Airways

Aug 4

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 14

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 40m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,438

Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Sep 22

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 29

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

39h 07m

2 stops

SFO6:17 pmSan Francisco

$1,187

Kenya Airways

Oct 1

SFO10:30 pmSan Francisco

32h 20m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

50h 11m

2 stops

SFO6:26 pmSan Francisco

$1,197

Kenya Airways

Sep 1

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 14

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 42m

2 stops

SFO2:52 pmSan Francisco

$1,205

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San Francisco

Tue 9/29

11:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/3

12:05 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops43h 34m

$1,149

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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/12

11:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/20

5:00 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,159

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 11/10

10:55 pm-12:25 am

2 stops39h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

5:00 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$1,160

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/19

8:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/2

12:05 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops41h 30m

$1,163

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

8:25 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/29

12:10 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops44h 21m

$1,172

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

5:00 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,677

San FranciscoBloemfontein

SFO - BFN

SFOBFN

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

6:45 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Bloemfontein Intl

Mon 9/28

2:20 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$1,795

San FranciscoBloemfontein

SFO - BFN

SFOBFN

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

4:40 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops64h 35m

Bloemfontein Intl

Mon 9/28

7:50 am-2:00 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,834

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

6:10 am-11:55 am

2 stops44h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 8/10

8:00 am-3:04 pm

2 stops40h 04m

$2,094

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Wed 10/7

7:30 pm-11:55 am

2 stops31h 25m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 2/24

7:00 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$3,784

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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 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	27h 15m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 27h 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 July 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 4,451 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,550 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,625 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom $842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,486 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,843 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,132 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 312 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,742 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,042 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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