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Cheap flights from Durban to San Francisco from R14 028

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — SFO
Apr 21 — Apr 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Durban to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Wed 8/418:40
DUR
-
SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Thu 30/417:05
SFO
-
DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 18/3R23 260
Thu 5/1119:10
DUR
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Emirates
Mon 9/1115:40
SFO
-
DUR
1 stop39h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 19/3R24 059
Wed 22/418:40
DUR
-
SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Sun 26/417:05
SFO
-
DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 18/3R24 127
Sun 5/418:40
DUR
-
SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Sun 3/517:05
SFO
-
DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 18/3R24 212
Thu 5/1111:15
DUR
-
SFO
2 stops41h 30m
British Airways
Mon 9/1117:30
SFO
-
DUR
2 stops31h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 20/3R24 807
Tue 7/412:05
DUR
-
SFO
3 stops42h 05m
JetBlue
Wed 29/414:45
SFO
-
DUR
3 stops34h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 18/3R25 335
Thu 9/418:40
DUR
-
SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Fri 1/517:05
SFO
-
DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 18/3R25 505

Find flight deals from Durban to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 260

One-way from

R14 028

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R20 166
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 8/4-30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 50m total
  • Durban to San Francisco
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • Durban to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 851 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 503 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/4

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 26/4

17:05-16:35

1 stop38h 30m

R24 127

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/4

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 29/4

17:05-19:50

2 stops41h 45m

R25 862

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 29/6

12:05-17:36

3 stops38h 31m

San Francisco

Wed 22/7

9:00-10:35

3 stops40h 35m

R29 670

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 1/7

12:05-19:21

3 stops40h 16m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

10:16-10:35

3 stops39h 19m

R29 925
Cheapest one-way

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 20/7

14:45-10:50

2 stops29h 05m

R14 028
Fastest single journey

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 20/7

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

R16 544

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 20/7

12:05-17:50

3 stops38h 45m

R17 530

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to San Francisco?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to San Francisco (average of R17 445). Flying from Durban to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 263). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 22 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andBritish Airways from Durban to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 813 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durban to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Durban to San Francisco in 28h 20m. Fly via Emirates to get the fastest option. Durban and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 17402 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qatar Airways (R18 041), British Airways (R18 326), and Emirates (R20 617) offers the cheapest pricing from Durban to San Francisco. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to San Francisco?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to San Francisco?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to San Francisco (average of R17 445). Flying from Durban to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 263). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Durban to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 041AverageR19 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 326AverageR19 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 617AverageR23 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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