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

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

Which airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco Bay Area. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area?

The average flight duration from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg to Copenhagen is 16h 40m on average, while flying from Durban to Copenhagen is 18h 35m on average. Copenhagen is the most popular airport in San Francisco Bay Area.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area were last updated today.

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

As of April 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area?

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 South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Bay Area trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Bay Area. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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18:00 - 10:50

JNB

SFO

25h 50m

1 stop

12:55 - 10:30

SFO

JNB

36h 35m

1 stop

R17 421Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 24 - Mon, Jun 8

18:00 - 10:50

JNB

SFO

25h 50m

1 stop

12:55 - 10:30

SFO

JNB

36h 35m

1 stop

R18 288Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 8

20:25 - 15:45

JNB

SFO

28h 20m

1 stop

6:00 - 19:40

SFO

JNB

28h 40m

1 stop

R18 877Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

19:25 - 15:55

JNB

SFO

29h 30m

2 stops

11:37 - 9:25

SFO

JNB

36h 48m

2 stops

R19 057British Airways

Tue, May 19 - Sat, Jun 6

21:15 - 15:55

JNB

SFO

27h 40m

2 stops

17:40 - 9:25

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

2 stops

R19 155British Airways

Tue, May 19 - Tue, Jun 9

20:25 - 17:50

JNB

SFO

30h 25m

2 stops

6:00 - 19:40

SFO

JNB

28h 40m

1 stop

R19 286Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

19:30 - 18:54

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SFO

32h 24m

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15:55 - 10:15

SFO

CPT

33h 20m

1 stop

R19 924Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 10

18:25 - 14:00

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SFO

28h 35m

1 stop

17:05 - 11:30

SFO

CPT

33h 25m

1 stop

R20 692Emirates

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 10

19:30 - 18:54

CPT

SFO

32h 24m

2 stops

11:30 - 10:15

SFO

CPT

37h 45m

2 stops

R21 069Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 10

11:15 - 14:00

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35h 45m

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17:05 - 19:50

SFO

DUR

41h 45m

2 stops

R26 516Emirates

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

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Delta flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area

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Delta

Jun 5

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m

1 stop

SFO15:45San Francisco

Sept 23

SFO23:15San Francisco

24h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 809

Delta

Jun 5

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 55m

2 stops

SFO19:20San Francisco

Sept 23

SFO16:45San Francisco

30h 40m

2 stops

JNB8:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 907

Delta

May 27

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 00m

1 stop

SFO21:25San Francisco

Jun 3

SFO13:35San Francisco

33h 50m

2 stops

JNB8:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R21 527

Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area

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Kenya Airways

Sept 8

CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

38h 50m

2 stops

SFO13:10San Francisco

Sept 12

SFO21:00San Francisco

48h 00m

2 stops

CPT6:00Cape Town Intl

R20 431

Kenya Airways

Sept 8

CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

38h 50m

2 stops

SFO13:10San Francisco

Sept 12

SFO22:45San Francisco

46h 15m

2 stops

CPT6:00Cape Town Intl

R21 118

Kenya Airways

Sept 8

CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

44h 19m

2 stops

SFO18:39San Francisco

Sept 12

SFO21:00San Francisco

55h 35m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

R21 150

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11:37-9:25

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R19 286

Cape TownSan Francisco

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Cape Town Intl

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19:30-18:54

2 stops32h 24m

San Francisco

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1 stop33h 20m

R19 924

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

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San Francisco

Sat 10/10

17:05-11:30

1 stop33h 25m

R20 692

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

19:30-18:54

2 stops32h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

11:30-10:15

2 stops37h 45m

R21 069

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 4/5

11:15-14:00

2 stops35h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

17:05-19:50

2 stops41h 45m

R26 516

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R16 325. The month of March is another great option to travel to San Francisco Bay Area, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R16 407.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco Bay Area from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco Bay Area for around R17 841 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 Bay Area from South Africa for as low as R16 129 on momondo.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area.

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The fastest flight from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area takes 27h 00m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area?
Prices for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area?
As of April 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area?
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 South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Bay Area trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Bay Area. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between South Africa and San Francisco Bay Area, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 28,25% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 17,71%, Embraer 190 with 10,85%, and Boeing 737-400 with 5,54%.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 625	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 304 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 132	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 687 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R15 344	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 922 reviews	Search SWISS flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R15 389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 584 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 586	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 594 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 780	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 499 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 789	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 571 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 831	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 409 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 464	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 889 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 356	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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