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 Cape Town to San Francisco takes 25h 28m on average. On the other hand, flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco takes 26h 35m 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.

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Qatar Airways, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and KLM 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 10 operators available for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport as of August 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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20:05 - 19:39CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

32h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

16:40 - 10:35SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

R16 183Delta

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Nov 3

20:05 - 17:15CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

30h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

16:40 - 10:35SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

R16 183Delta

Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Nov 3

20:15 - 15:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

6:00 - 19:40SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R16 248Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24

20:15 - 15:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

6:00 - 19:40SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R16 411Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24

20:00 - 12:28CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

25h 28m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

0:35 - 17:10SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

R16 719United Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19

20:00 - 14:52CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 52m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

6:00 - 17:10SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 10m1 stop Newark

R16 719United Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

7:40 - 11:45CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

37h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

13:45 - 21:25SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 816KLM

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 15

18:50 - 16:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

31h 40m1 stop Istanbul

18:35 - 11:00SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R16 865Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25

18:50 - 16:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

31h 40m1 stop Istanbul

18:35 - 11:00SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R16 881Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25

23:00 - 11:45CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

45h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

7:00 - 21:25SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 962KLM

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 15

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Virgin Atlantic flights from South Africa to San Francisco

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Virgin Atlantic

Sept 7

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m

1 stop

SFO15:45San Francisco

Sept 24

SFO6:00San Francisco

28h 40m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 248

Virgin Atlantic

Sept 7

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m

1 stop

SFO15:45San Francisco

Sept 24

SFO6:00San Francisco

28h 40m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 411

Virgin Atlantic

Sept 7

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m

1 stop

SFO15:45San Francisco

Sept 24

SFO14:15San Francisco

33h 30m

2 stops

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 092

United Airlines flights from South Africa to San Francisco

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United Airlines

Sept 13

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

27h 52m

2 stops

SFO14:52San Francisco

Sept 20

SFO6:00San Francisco

26h 10m

1 stop

CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

R16 719

United Airlines

Sept 1

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

24h 12m

1 stop

SFO11:12San Francisco

Sept 9

SFO6:00San Francisco

26h 10m

2 stops

CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

R16 751

United Airlines

Aug 24

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

26h 21m

2 stops

SFO13:11San Francisco

Nov 4

SFO8:10San Francisco

23h 50m

2 stops

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

R16 768

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

20:05-19:39

1 stop32h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

16:40-10:35

1 stop31h 55m

R16 183

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:05-17:15

1 stop30h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

16:40-10:35

1 stop31h 55m

R16 183

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-15:45

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 24/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 248

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

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Mon 7/9

20:15-15:45

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 24/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 411

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:00-12:28

2 stops25h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

0:35-17:10

2 stops31h 35m

R16 719

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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:00-14:52

2 stops27h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 20/9

6:00-17:10

1 stop26h 10m

R16 719

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

7:40-11:45

1 stop37h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

13:45-21:25

1 stop22h 40m

R16 816

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/1

18:50-16:30

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 25/1

18:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

R16 865

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/1

18:50-16:30

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 25/1

18:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

R16 881

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

23:00-11:45

1 stop45h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

7:00-21:25

2 stops29h 25m

R16 962

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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 February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to San Francisco during March average around R17 190.

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 R18 783 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 037 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to San Francisco flight.

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Fastest flight time	25h 28m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to San Francisco takes 25h 28m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 10 operators available for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Airport as of August 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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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 513	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 471 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 932	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R15 270	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 877 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 566	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 084 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 641	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 555 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 667	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 638 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 903	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 8 502 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 560	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 151 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 223	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 740 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 675	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 648 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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