Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in San Francisco you fly into. For example, flying from Durban to San Francisco takes 29h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco takes 29h 05m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport?

There are 11 operators available for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport as of January 2026.

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.

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CPT

SFO

30h 13m1 stop

11:40 - 19:15

SFO

CPT

21h 35m1 stop

R14 192Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1

21:55 - 19:49

JNB

SFO

31h 54m1 stop

8:00 - 19:00

SFO

JNB

25h 00m1 stop

R14 192Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Feb 7

19:10 - 16:45

JNB

SFO

31h 35m1 stop

18:50 - 10:50

SFO

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

R15 369Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26

19:05 - 16:45

JNB

SFO

31h 40m1 stop

13:10 - 10:50

SFO

JNB

35h 40m1 stop

R15 664Turkish Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 28

20:50 - 14:56

CPT

SFO

28h 06m2 stops

5:00 - 18:00

SFO

CPT

27h 00m2 stops

R15 942United Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1

22:00 - 23:57

JNB

SFO

35h 57m1 stop

8:35 - 18:35

SFO

JNB

24h 00m2 stops

R15 942United Airlines

Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Feb 7

11:15 - 15:00

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SFO

37h 45m2 stops

20:40 - 10:40

SFO

DUR

52h 00m2 stops

R20 700British Airways

Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

11:15 - 15:00

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SFO

37h 45m2 stops

17:30 - 10:40

SFO

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55h 10m2 stops

R20 732British Airways

Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

12:05 - 16:43

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SFO

37h 38m3 stops

15:55 - 10:25

SFO

DUR

33h 30m2 stops

R20 994Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 29

12:05 - 19:12

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SFO

40h 07m3 stops

15:55 - 10:25

SFO

DUR

33h 30m2 stops

R21 010Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 29

Delta flights from South Africa to San Francisco

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Delta

Feb 18

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

27h 50m

1 stop

SFO14:40San Francisco

Feb 25

SFO16:02San Francisco

34h 03m

2 stops

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

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Jan 19

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

34h 52m

2 stops

SFO21:42San Francisco

Feb 1

SFO13:35San Francisco

36h 30m

2 stops

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

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Jan 25

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 43m

2 stops

SFO17:43San Francisco

Feb 7

SFO18:55San Francisco

27h 55m

2 stops

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 072

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Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to San Francisco

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 18

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

35h 13m

3 stops

SFO15:48San Francisco

Feb 25

SFO22:40San Francisco

29h 05m

2 stops

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

R26 962

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Jan 19

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

35h 00m

3 stops

SFO15:35San Francisco

Feb 1

SFO23:20San Francisco

29h 15m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

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Mon 19/1

21:30-17:43

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21:55-19:49

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19:05-16:45

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Sat 28/2

13:10-10:50

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R15 664

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20:50-14:56

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22:00-23:57

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2 stops24h 00m

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/2

11:15-15:00

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11:15-15:00

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2 stops55h 10m

R20 732

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DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 31/3

12:05-16:43

3 stops37h 38m

San Francisco

Wed 29/4

15:55-10:25

2 stops33h 30m

R20 994

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DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 31/3

12:05-19:12

3 stops40h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 29/4

15:55-10:25

2 stops33h 30m

R21 010

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re not able to fly to San Francisco in May, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to San Francisco during March average around R16 187.

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 120 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 383 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.

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Fastest flight time	29h 05m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to San Francisco takes 29h 05m

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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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport?
There are 11 operators available for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport as of January 2026.
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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SWISS	PriceFrom R13 449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 840 reviews	Search SWISS flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 901	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 139 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 166	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 150 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 290	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 519 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 434 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 824	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 025 reviews	Search Delta flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R16 455	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 429 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 518	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 657 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 701 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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