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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from $594

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6:50 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO
33h 30m1 stop
$991Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 5
1:10 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
36h 50m1 stop
5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO
33h 30m1 stop
$992Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 30
3:45 pm - 9:25 amSFO-JNB
32h 40m1 stop
1:35 pm - 1:50 pmJNB-SFO
33h 15m1 stop
$1,036Qatar Airways
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Sun, Mar 16 - Sun, Mar 30
3:45 pm - 9:25 amSFO-JNB
32h 40m1 stop
1:35 pm - 1:50 pmJNB-SFO
33h 15m1 stop
$1,038Qatar Airways
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Tue, Mar 18 - Sat, Apr 5
5:30 pm - 7:30 amSFO-JNB
28h 00m1 stop
7:25 pm - 3:00 pmJNB-SFO
29h 35m1 stop
$1,219British Airways
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Wed, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 22
8:40 pm - 10:20 amSFO-JNB
27h 40m1 stop
7:25 pm - 6:45 pmJNB-SFO
33h 20m1 stop
$1,221British Airways
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Tue, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 22
12:40 am - 10:00 pmSFO-JNB
35h 20m2 stops
9:55 pm - 11:00 pmJNB-SFO
34h 05m1 stop
$1,315Delta
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Fri, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 9
2:33 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-JNB
42h 27m1 stop
7:40 pm - 5:33 pmJNB-SFO
31h 53m2 stops
$1,323Delta
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Wed, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 23
10:45 am - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
21h 50m1 stop
10:00 pm - 12:10 pmJNB-SFO
24h 10m1 stop
$1,378United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 7
5:14 am - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
27h 21m2 stops
10:00 pm - 12:10 pmJNB-SFO
24h 10m1 stop
$1,382United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 7
12:25 pm - 7:40 amSFO-JNB
34h 15m1 stop
$594Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Mar 12
3:45 pm - 5:25 pmSFO-CPT
40h 40m1 stop
$726Qatar Airways
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Fri, Mar 14
8:25 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
29h 00m1 stop
$770SWISS
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Thu, Mar 13
1:10 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-CPT
36h 50m1 stop
$1,009Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Jan 7
12:40 am - 9:20 pmSFO-JNB
35h 40m2 stops
$1,107Delta
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Sun, Mar 30
12:40 am - 9:20 pmSFO-JNB
35h 40m2 stops
$1,118Delta
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Tue, May 6
12:43 am - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
32h 52m2 stops
$1,158United Airlines
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Wed, Mar 12
12:32 am - 3:20 pmSFO-CPT
29h 48m2 stops
$1,218United Airlines
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Wed, May 21
12:35 pm - 10:35 amSFO-JNB
37h 00m1 stop
$3,071Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Apr 11
12:23 am - 8:00 amSFO-CPT
45h 37m2 stops
$17,117British Airways
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Sat, Jan 11
11:10 pm - 2:30 pmSFO-CPT
29h 20m2 stops
2:35 pm - 3:42 pmCPT-SFO
35h 07m3 stops
$1,701Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Dec 20 - Mon, Jan 13
4:28 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-CPT
33h 42m2 stops
8:55 pm - 6:45 pmCPT-SFO
31h 50m1 stop
$2,440British Airways
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Sat, Dec 21 - Sat, Dec 28
12:59 am - 4:10 pmSFO-CPT
29h 11m2 stops
8:50 pm - 6:57 pmCPT-SFO
32h 07m2 stops
$2,482United Airlines
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Sun, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 6
11:35 pm - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
33h 00m2 stops
7:35 pm - 5:50 pmJNB-SFO
32h 15m2 stops
$2,522United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 31
9:30 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-JNB
35h 30m1 stop
11:55 pm - 9:00 pmJNB-SFO
31h 05m2 stops
$2,863Delta
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Mon, Dec 23 - Sun, Jan 5
11:55 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-JNB
33h 05m1 stop
11:55 pm - 9:00 pmJNB-SFO
31h 05m2 stops
$2,896Delta
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Mon, Dec 23 - Sun, Jan 5
3:59 pm - 10:30 amSFO-CPT
32h 31m2 stops
6:55 pm - 12:35 pmCPT-SFO
27h 40m1 stop
$3,436Qatar Airways
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Sat, Dec 21 - Sat, Dec 28
6:50 pm - 10:50 amSFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
7:05 pm - 11:05 amJNB-SFO
26h 00m1 stop
$3,503Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 23
8:00 am - 3:30 pmSFO-JNB
45h 30m2 stops
6:45 pm - 12:35 pmJNB-SFO
51h 50m3 stops
$3,565Qatar Airways
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Sat, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 23
1:10 pm - 10:50 amSFO-JNB
35h 40m1 stop
7:10 pm - 4:45 pmJNB-SFO
31h 35m1 stop
$3,832Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 31

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Francisco to South Africa flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Mar 16
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
32h 40m
1 stop
JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 30
JNB1:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 15m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Mar 18
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
32h 40m
1 stop
JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 5
JNB1:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 15m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Jan 20
SFO2:45 pmSan Francisco
32h 40m
1 stop
JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 3
JNB1:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 15m
1 stop
SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco

KLM flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Our best KLM deals on San Francisco to South Africa flight tickets
KLM
Mar 16
SFO10:45 amSan Francisco
26h 15m
2 stops
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 30
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 42m
2 stops
SFO7:57 pmSan Francisco
KLM
Jan 4
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
22h 15m
1 stop
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 31
JNB11:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 27m
2 stops
SFO11:22 pmSan Francisco
KLM
May 22
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
29h 20m
2 stops
JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 12
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 08m
2 stops
SFO7:23 pmSan Francisco

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,271. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,292.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,398. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Thursday is $1,673.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,430. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around $1,720.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

In general, most travelers find the cheapest time to book a flight to South Africa is about 43 days prior to their departure date when tickets on average are $1,468. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from San Francisco for as low as $1,040 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South Africa flight.

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Best Price Found

$594

Fastest flight time

21h 50m

Direct flights

None

Airports in South Africa

3 airports
The best one-way flight to South Africa from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $594. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $991.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to South Africa takes 21h 50m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport, San Francisco Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and San Francisco Airport - Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.
There are 3 airports near South Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South Africa are updated daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to South Africa?

    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 San Francisco Airport to South Africa.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa

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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
6.8
279 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $956Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,907 reviews
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6.6
6,820 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,044Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,798 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,078Free CancellationRating
7.6
841 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,227Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,091 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,231Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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7.6
1,606 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $1,270Free CancellationRating
7.5
668 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,275Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,349 reviews
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