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

Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to South Africa

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Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa are updated daily.

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 licence 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.

R10 870 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to South Africa in 2026/27

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20:55 - 0:25SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 15:06JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 06m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 16

12:20 - 0:15SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

50h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1:15 - 18:52JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

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Sat, Apr 10 - Mon, May 10

23:35 - 15:50SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 20:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

37h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 28

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1:15 - 19:31JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

51h 16m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 042Multiple Airlines

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22:55 - 15:50SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 - 17:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

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R20 092Kenya Airways

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39h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 17:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

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R20 109Kenya Airways

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30h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 - 13:43JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

34h 33m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 459Multiple Airlines

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41h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 - 17:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

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R20 492Kenya Airways

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39h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 22:19JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

38h 19m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 625Multiple Airlines

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R20 958Multiple Airlines

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R21 374Kenya Airways

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R23 089Multiple Airlines

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52h 40m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

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R23 605Kenya Airways

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22:55 - 22:05SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

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53h 05m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R24 088Kenya Airways

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R24 154Kenya Airways

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Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

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Apr 10

SFO12:20San Francisco

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SFO17:40San Francisco

R20 109

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27h 05m

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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?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 127, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until March to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R23 055.

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 R24 291 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R17 945 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R10 870
Fastest flight time	25h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is R10 870. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R19 110.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 25h 00m

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 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 licence 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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