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Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco from R10 543

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 17:43
CPT
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SFO
30h 13m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:00 - 19:15
SFO
-
CPT
25h 15m1 stop
R14 573Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 14:40
JNB
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SFO
27h 10m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:00 - 19:00
SFO
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JNB
27h 00m1 stop
R15 256Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Feb 6
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:30 - 17:47
JNB
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SFO
30h 17m2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:00 - 19:00
SFO
-
JNB
27h 00m1 stop
R15 423Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Feb 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 16:45
JNB
-
SFO
31h 40m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:10 - 10:50
SFO
-
JNB
35h 40m1 stop
R15 939Turkish Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 16:45
JNB
-
SFO
31h 40m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 10:50
SFO
-
JNB
30h 00m1 stop
R15 956Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 18:52
CPT
-
SFO
32h 02m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:10 - 16:10
SFO
-
CPT
25h 00m2 stops
R16 305United Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
KLM Logo
23:15 - 20:19
CPT
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SFO
30h 04m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:15 - 21:25
SFO
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CPT
37h 10m2 stops
R16 822KLM
Sun, Jun 14 - Tue, Jun 23
KLM Logo
23:15 - 11:45
CPT
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SFO
45h 30m1 stop
KLM Logo
13:45 - 21:25
SFO
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CPT
22h 40m1 stop
R17 971KLM
Sun, Jun 14 - Tue, Jun 23
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 13:50
DUR
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SFO
35h 35m2 stops
British Airways Logo
16:35 - 10:40
SFO
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DUR
33h 05m2 stops
R18 404British Airways
Thu, May 21 - Thu, May 28
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 15:00
DUR
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SFO
37h 45m2 stops
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 10:40
SFO
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DUR
52h 00m2 stops
R20 386British Airways
Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to San Francisco

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Kenya Airways
Feb 18
CPT23:25Cape Town Intl
47h 25m
2 stops
SFO12:50San Francisco
Feb 22
SFO22:55San Francisco
52h 40m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
R22 185
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Kenya Airways
Feb 18
CPT23:25Cape Town Intl
47h 25m
2 stops
SFO12:50San Francisco
Feb 22
SFO22:55San Francisco
52h 40m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
R22 201
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Kenya Airways
Feb 18
CPT23:25Cape Town Intl
47h 25m
2 stops
SFO12:50San Francisco
Feb 22
SFO22:55San Francisco
52h 40m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
R22 218
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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to San Francisco

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to San Francisco flight tickets
Qatar Airways
May 21
DUR11:55Durban King Shaka Intl
34h 40m
2 stops
SFO13:35San Francisco
May 28
SFO11:30San Francisco
37h 55m
3 stops
DUR10:25Durban King Shaka Intl
R21 252
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Qatar Airways
Feb 20
DUR7:00Durban King Shaka Intl
39h 40m
2 stops
SFO12:40San Francisco
Feb 28
SFO11:05San Francisco
37h 50m
3 stops
DUR10:55Durban King Shaka Intl
R22 535
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Qatar Airways
May 21
DUR11:55Durban King Shaka Intl
40h 07m
3 stops
SFO19:02San Francisco
May 28
SFO10:57San Francisco
38h 28m
3 stops
DUR10:25Durban King Shaka Intl
R22 551
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 26 December 2025.
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Price

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

21:30-17:43

1 stop30h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 16/2

8:00-19:15

1 stop25h 15m

R14 573

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

21:30-14:40

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 6/2

6:00-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

R15 256

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

21:30-17:47

2 stops30h 17m

San Francisco

Fri 6/2

6:00-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

R15 423

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:05-16:45

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

13:10-10:50

1 stop35h 40m

R15 939

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:05-16:45

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 16/2

18:50-10:50

1 stop30h 00m

R15 956

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

20:50-18:52

2 stops32h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 16/2

5:10-16:10

2 stops25h 00m

R16 305

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

23:15-20:19

2 stops30h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

23:15-21:25

2 stops37h 10m

R16 822

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

13:45-21:25

1 stop22h 40m

R17 971

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 21/5

11:15-13:50

2 stops35h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 28/5

16:35-10:40

2 stops33h 05m

R18 404

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/2

11:15-15:00

2 stops37h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 16/2

20:40-10:40

2 stops52h 00m

R20 386

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to San Francisco

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re not able to fly to San Francisco in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to San Francisco during March average around R16 489.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to San Francisco is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R16 687. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R18 925.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from South Africa to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as R15 927. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are R21 812 on average. Flights to San Francisco from South Africa in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around R17 467 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from South Africa for as low as R16 389 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to San Francisco flight.

Cheap South Africa to San Francisco flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to San Francisco

Fastest flight time

26h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to San Francisco takes 26h 00m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to San Francisco.
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    Prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to San Francisco Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to San Francisco

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SWISSPriceFrom R13 700Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 821 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 179Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 116 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 427Free CancellationRating
7,5
677 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R15 448Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 117 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R15 575Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 515 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R15 810Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 434 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 119Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 019 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R16 762Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 421 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 864Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 614 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 246Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 692 reviews
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