Which airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and British Airways 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 32% 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.

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

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

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 Cape Town to Los Angeles is 24h 35m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles is 26h on average. Los Angeles 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.

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As of November 2025, 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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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

In general, February 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 948. The month of March is another great option to travel to San Francisco Bay Area, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R17 157.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco Bay Area is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R17 488. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area for around R19 832.

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

Flying to San Francisco Bay Area from South Africa in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R16 691 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to San Francisco Bay Area, so prices are often more expensive at around R22 859 per ticket.

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 R18 311 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 R17 105 on momondo.

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As of November 2025, 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 26,28% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 17,82%, Embraer 190 with 12,90%, and Boeing 737-400 with 8,69%.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R14 357	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 779 reviews	Search SWISS flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 003 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R16 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 672 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 031 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R16 214	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 484 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 569	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 405 reviews	Search KLM flights
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British Airways	PriceFrom R17 509	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 499 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R17 566	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 393 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 073	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 661 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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

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

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.

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

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

Which airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

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Best airlines flying from South Africa to San Francisco Bay Area

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