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$639+ Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco (SFO)

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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Dec 26 — Jan 21
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated November 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$900
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$639
(Gotogate)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,000
From South Africa to San Francisco
One-way flight from South Africa to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 50mDelta
Wed 12/34:30 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/26$967
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2410:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Thu 12/410:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/24$967
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/38:25 amSFO - CPT
2 stops23h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/26$971
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:20 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop28h 05mDelta
Mon 12/291:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/25$988
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 36mDelta
Tue 12/301:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/25$998
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 52mKLM
Tue 12/301:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 11/26$999
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop30h 10mLufthansa
Fri 1/169:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop23h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 11/25$1,012
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Tue 12/301:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/25$1,027
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2011:59 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 51mDelta
Mon 12/291:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/25$1,038
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops29h 20mDelta
Mon 12/291:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/25$1,048
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 52mKLM
Wed 12/311:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 11/25$1,081
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:40 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/34:35 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$1,767

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop32h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

11:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$900

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

8:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

1:35 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$965

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

8:50 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops28h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

8:35 am-6:00 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$968

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/17

7:20 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops33h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$998

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/15

11:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop24h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,027

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/20

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,038

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/20

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,038

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 4/28

11:15 am-1:50 pm

2 stops35h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

4:35 pm-10:40 am

2 stops33h 05m

$1,090

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/14

7:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop28h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$1,098

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

11:59 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops31h 39m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

12:40 am-10:05 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,099

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco (average of $835). Flying from South Africa to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $969). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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 November 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines from South Africa 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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from South Africa to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    A quick flight from South Africa to San Francisco can take about 27h 50m. Virgin Atlantic provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $965. There are 10244 mi between South Africa and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to San Francisco one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $639. Turkish Airlines flights start at $664 while deals on Delta start at $682 one-way.

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

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to San Francisco.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco (average of $835). Flying from South Africa to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $969). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$928Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$973Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$994Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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