Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?

Flights from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 75% on flights from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R21 315 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R84 891, a difference of R63 577. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Port Elizabeth?

Some of the most popular sights in Port Elizabeth are Summerstrand Beach, The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World, and Humewood Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Port Elizabeth on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R29 777 to R93 328. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Port Elizabeth?

Port Elizabeth is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?

Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R484 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Avis • Hertz

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?

Return flights from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth typically range from R21 313 to R84 891. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R29 777 on Emirates.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?

Emirates (R29 777) and Qatar Airways (R34 868) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Feb 22

15:40 - 20:00SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

42h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

15:45 - 13:35PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

55h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

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Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 22

15:40 - 11:55SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

34h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

7:00 - 13:35PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

40h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

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Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

15:40 - 11:55SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

58h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:40 - 13:35PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

34h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

R31 112Emirates

Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 21

15:40 - 11:55SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

34h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:40 - 13:35PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

34h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

R31 446Emirates

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 23

15:00 - 17:45SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

64h 45m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl Durban King Shaka Intl

12:40 - 12:40PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

58h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R34 868Qatar Airways

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 24

9:40 - 18:25SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

46h 45m3 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo Cape Town Intl

7:00 - 7:50PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

34h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

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Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22

15:40 - 17:35SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

63h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

15:45 - 13:35PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

31h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

R48 738Emirates

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23

15:40 - 17:35SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

39h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:40 - 13:35PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

34h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

R60 322Emirates

Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20

8:15 - 11:55SFO San Francisco-PLZ Port Elizabeth

41h 40m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:40 - 13:36PLZ Port Elizabeth-SFO San Francisco

34h 56m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark

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How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth departing in January.

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Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R29 777 to R93 328. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R484 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Avis
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?
Flights from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 75% on flights from San Francisco to Port Elizabeth. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R21 315 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R84 891, a difference of R63 577.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Port Elizabeth?
Port Elizabeth is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Port Elizabeth?
Some of the most popular sights in Port Elizabeth are Summerstrand Beach, The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World, and Humewood Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Port Elizabeth on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average R21 315, which is about R63 577 less than Wednesday fares (75% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Elizabeth Airport.

• Sun1 Port Elizabeth
• The Paxton Hotel
• The Kelway Hotel

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