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Cheap flights from Durban to San Francisco from R12 218

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — SFO
May 28 — Jun 41
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 28 April 2026.

Thu 11/618:30
DUR
-
SFO
2 stops29h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/615:55
SFO
-
DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R17 601
Sun 30/812:05
DUR
-
SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/1215:00
SFO
-
DUR
2 stops33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R19 037
Mon 31/812:05
DUR
-
SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/1215:00
SFO
-
DUR
2 stops33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R19 136
Wed 6/515:20
DUR
-
SFO
2 stops33h 55m
SWISS
Thu 14/519:35
SFO
-
DUR
2 stops31h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 28/4R21 993
Tue 5/515:20
DUR
-
SFO
2 stops56h 10m
Lufthansa
Thu 14/521:05
SFO
-
DUR
2 stops28h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 28/4R22 736
Mon 31/818:40
DUR
-
SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Tue 15/1215:40
SFO
-
DUR
1 stop39h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 28/4R22 967
Thu 5/1119:10
DUR
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Emirates
Mon 9/1115:40
SFO
-
DUR
1 stop39h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 23/4R24 337

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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 601

One-way from

R12 218

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 481
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/6-18/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 35m total
  • Durban to San Francisco
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • Durban to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 128 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 477 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/6

18:30-15:25

2 stops29h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 18/6

15:55-10:35

2 stops33h 40m

R17 601

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 31/8

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 15/12

15:00-10:55

2 stops33h 55m

R19 136

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 30/8

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 15/12

11:15-10:55

3 stops37h 40m

R24 090

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 31/8

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 15/12

15:40-10:40

2 stops33h 00m

R24 882

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 30/8

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 15/12

15:40-10:40

2 stops33h 00m

R25 047
Fastest return journey

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/6

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 18/6

17:05-10:40

2 stops32h 35m

R25 592

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 24/7

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

10:15-10:35

3 stops39h 20m

R27 937

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 24/7

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

17:05-19:50

2 stops41h 45m

R34 541
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/8

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

R12 218

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to San Francisco (average of R17 931). Flying from Durban to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of R23 561). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Durban to San Francisco?

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 28 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Qatar 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
3 568 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Durban to San Francisco in 29h 55m. Fly via Qatar Airways 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 (R17 519), and Emirates (R20 021) offers the cheapest pricing from Durban to San Francisco. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 14% 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?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to San Francisco (average of R17 931). Flying from Durban to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of R23 561). 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 2 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 519AverageR18 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 021AverageR22 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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