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Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco from R11 330

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Delta Logo
19:20 - 13:25JNB-SFO
28h 05m1 stop
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13:55 - 22:05SFO-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
R17 038Delta
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Sun, Dec 14 - Tue, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
19:25 - 17:08JNB-SFO
30h 43m2 stops
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14:46 - 7:00SFO-JNB
31h 14m2 stops
R17 107American Airlines
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Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25
Delta Logo
19:20 - 23:05JNB-SFO
37h 45m2 stops
Delta Logo
13:55 - 22:05SFO-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
R17 194Delta
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Sun, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 16:45JNB-SFO
31h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:45 - 10:35SFO-JNB
30h 50m1 stop
R17 280Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 16:45JNB-SFO
31h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:45 - 10:35SFO-JNB
30h 50m1 stop
R17 487Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 13:50DUR-SFO
35h 35m2 stops
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16:35 - 10:40SFO-DUR
33h 05m2 stops
R18 798British Airways
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Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 2
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11:15 - 13:50DUR-SFO
35h 35m2 stops
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16:35 - 10:40SFO-DUR
33h 05m2 stops
R19 022British Airways
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Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 2
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18:40 - 14:00DUR-SFO
28h 20m1 stop
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17:05 - 16:35SFO-DUR
38h 30m1 stop
R24 299Emirates
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Emirates Logo
18:40 - 14:00DUR-SFO
28h 20m1 stop
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 16:35SFO-DUR
38h 30m1 stop
R24 609Emirates
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11:55 - 13:35DUR-SFO
34h 40m2 stops
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18:50 - 10:25SFO-DUR
54h 35m3 stops
R27 317Qatar Airways
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Delta flights from South Africa to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on South Africa to San Francisco flight tickets
Delta
Dec 14
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
Dec 29
SFO13:55San Francisco
22h 10m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 038
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Delta
Dec 14
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 00m
2 stops
SFO0:20San Francisco
Dec 30
SFO13:55San Francisco
22h 10m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 194
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Delta
Dec 17
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 36m
2 stops
SFO18:56San Francisco
Dec 30
SFO13:55San Francisco
22h 10m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 211
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Lufthansa flights from South Africa to San Francisco

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Lufthansa
Dec 10
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m
1 stop
SFO15:55San Francisco
Jan 16
SFO21:40San Francisco
23h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 452
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Lufthansa
Dec 10
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 50m
2 stops
SFO19:35San Francisco
Jan 16
SFO21:40San Francisco
23h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 746
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Lufthansa
Dec 15
JNB10:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 55m
2 stops
SFO19:35San Francisco
Dec 31
SFO18:50San Francisco
34h 45m
2 stops
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 643
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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 November 2025.
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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:20-13:25

1 stop28h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R17 038

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:25-17:08

2 stops30h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 25/4

14:46-7:00

2 stops31h 14m

R17 107

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:20-23:05

2 stops37h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 29/12

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R17 194

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

17:55-16:45

1 stop31h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 25/4

18:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

R17 280

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

17:55-16:45

1 stop31h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 25/4

18:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

R17 487

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/4

11:15-13:50

2 stops35h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

16:35-10:40

2 stops33h 05m

R18 798

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/4

11:15-13:50

2 stops35h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

16:35-10:40

2 stops33h 05m

R19 022

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/4

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

17:05-16:35

1 stop38h 30m

R24 299

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/4

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

17:05-16:35

1 stop38h 30m

R24 609

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/4

11:55-13:35

2 stops34h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

18:50-10:25

3 stops54h 35m

R27 317

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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 987.

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 R17 278. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R19 595.

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 R16 492. 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 R22 585 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 R18 013 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 R17 021 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 35% 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 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to San Francisco takes 26h 40m
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.

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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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Rating
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SWISSPriceFrom R14 185Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 794 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 717Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 046 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R15 982Free CancellationRating
7,5
675 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R15 996Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 059 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R16 020Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 497 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 371Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 422 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 690Free CancellationRating
7,9
7 998 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R17 356Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 409 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R17 475Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 539 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R17 857Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 675 reviews
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