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

Airlines like Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 31h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h. Airlines will cover a distance of 16486 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to South Africa?

The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to South Africa are San Francisco - Cape Town Intl, San Francisco - Johannesburg OR Tambo and San Francisco - Sun City Resort Pilansberg.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ZA?

When flying from San Francisco to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South Africa?

For a flight from San Francisco to South Africa, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 17,7 km from the centre of the city.

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R18 922). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 633). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South Africa?
For a flight from San Francisco to South Africa, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 17,7 km from the centre of the city.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
Airlines like Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 31h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h. Airlines will cover a distance of 16486 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to South Africa?
The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to South Africa are San Francisco - Cape Town Intl, San Francisco - Johannesburg OR Tambo and San Francisco - Sun City Resort Pilansberg.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa 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 San Francisco to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R18 922). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 633). 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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