$731+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Africa
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South AfricaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 10, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 10, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:00 pm -
2 stops32h 50m
Mon 11/912:05 pm -
2 stops35h 35m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,137
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/310:56 pm -
2 stops30h 54m
Tue 11/1012:05 pm -
2 stops43h 32m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,195
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:55 pm -
2 stops39h 30m
Thu 11/195:00 pm -
2 stops34h 40m
Deal found 10/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1010:56 pm -
2 stops30h 54m
Tue 12/112:05 pm -
2 stops44h 16m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,198
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:55 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Tue 12/15:00 pm -
2 stops51h 04m
Deal found 10/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/78:55 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Wed 11/181:35 am -
2 stops50h 05m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,218
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2611:30 pm -
3 stops52h 05m
Thu 12/102:25 pm -
3 stops33h 19m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,231
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/276:00 am -
3 stops70h 35m
Tue 11/102:25 pm -
3 stops34h 20m
Deal found 10/5![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,249
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/611:05 pm -
2 stops30h 45m
Mon 1/185:00 pm -
2 stops29h 45m
Deal found 10/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,265
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/28:55 pm -
2 stops39h 10m
Mon 11/162:25 pm -
3 stops53h 05m
Deal found 10/6![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,286
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/28:55 pm -
2 stops39h 10m
Mon 11/162:25 pm -
3 stops34h 41m
Deal found 10/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,288
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1410:25 pm -
2 stops45h 35m
Thu 11/262:25 pm -
3 stops32h 14m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,290
Best flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 10, 2026.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1511:59 pm -
2 stops47h 26m
Tue 3/309:45 am -
2 stops39h 45m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,410
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/310:55 pm -
3 stops43h 00m
Wed 11/252:30 pm -
3 stops35h 14m
Deal found 10/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,629
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1510:36 pm -
2 stops30h 59m
Fri 2/198:20 pm -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 10/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,657
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/126:35 pm -
1 stop42h 25m
Tue 12/225:15 pm -
1 stop33h 15m
Deal found 10/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,699
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/217:00 am -
2 stops29h 20m
Thu 10/2911:59 pm -
2 stops29h 41m
Deal found 10/8![KLM logo]()
$1,703
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/111:45 am -
2 stops36h 40m
Sun 4/1810:40 am -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 10/5![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,738
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Sat 11/218:20 am -
2 stops24h 15m
Mon 11/307:45 pm -
2 stops29h 05m
Deal found 10/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,784
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/33:40 pm -
2 stops39h 55m
Sun 2/76:05 pm -
2 stops53h 30m
Deal found 10/4![Emirates logo]()
$1,834
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/119:40 pm -
1 stop26h 15m
Sun 12/277:55 pm -
1 stop33h 40m
Deal found 10/9![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,892
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 1/310:00 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Tue 1/128:50 pm -
1 stop31h 57m
Deal found 10/8![Delta logo]()
$1,953
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:45 pm -
2 stops29h 55m
Fri 1/159:45 am -
2 stops64h 45m
Deal found 10/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,705
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/191:50 pm -
1 stop22h 10m
Mon 11/3011:55 pm -
1 stop45h 50m
Deal found 10/8![KLM logo]()
$1,722
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:00 am -
2 stops29h 00m
Sun 11/2911:59 pm -
1 stop45h 46m
Deal found 10/9![KLM logo]()
$1,726
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/136:35 pm -
1 stop42h 25m
Sun 12/205:15 pm -
1 stop33h 15m
Deal found 10/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,749
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/85:05 pm -
2 stops57h 25m
Mon 4/122:30 pm -
2 stops56h 30m
Deal found 10/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,930
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Thu 12/315:00 am -
2 stops25h 10m
Sun 1/177:10 pm -
1 stop30h 55m
Deal found 10/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,949
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/83:55 pm -
2 stops36h 55m
Mon 4/1212:10 pm -
2 stops34h 25m
Deal found 10/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,967
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/189:56 am -
2 stops26h 04m
Wed 12/211:55 pm -
1 stop45h 50m
Deal found 10/8![KLM logo]()
$1,726
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/316:35 pm -
1 stop42h 25m
Thu 1/145:15 pm -
1 stop33h 15m
Deal found 10/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,759
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Tue 10/2010:42 pm -
2 stops33h 28m
Thu 1/79:30 am -
1 stop44h 05m
Deal found 10/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,964
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/49:59 am -
2 stops26h 01m
Thu 12/1011:55 pm -
2 stops30h 54m
Deal found 10/7![KLM logo]()
$1,768
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 10/215:00 am -
2 stops27h 10m
Thu 1/79:30 am -
1 stop44h 05m
Deal found 10/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,964
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/229:40 pm -
2 stops34h 40m
Sun 11/297:00 pm -
2 stops51h 35m
Deal found 10/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,381
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/136:35 pm -
1 stop42h 25m
Sat 12/192:00 pm -
2 stops36h 30m
Deal found 10/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,832
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sun 11/228:20 am -
3 stops43h 25m
Sun 11/2910:10 am -
2 stops36h 30m
Deal found 10/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 12/3010:05 am -
1 stop21h 55m
Mon 1/119:30 am -
1 stop44h 05m
Deal found 10/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,970
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Mon 12/1412:41 pm -
2 stops32h 59m
Mon 12/289:30 am -
1 stop44h 05m
Deal found 10/9![United Airlines logo]()
$2,103
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Fri 11/2011:20 pm -
1 stop30h 50m
Fri 11/279:30 am -
2 stops47h 36m
Deal found 10/6![United Airlines logo]()
$2,110
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/213:40 pm -
2 stops40h 35m
Sat 11/282:20 pm -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 10/7![Emirates logo]()
$5,350
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated October 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated October 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/258:50 pm -
2 stops42h 35m
Sat 1/1612:05 pm -
2 stops35h 39m
Deal found 10/6![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,302
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:00 pm -
2 stops32h 50m
Mon 11/912:05 pm -
2 stops35h 35m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,137
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/276:00 am -
3 stops70h 35m
Tue 11/102:25 pm -
3 stops34h 20m
Deal found 10/5![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,249
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/28:55 pm -
2 stops39h 10m
Mon 11/162:25 pm -
3 stops53h 05m
Deal found 10/6![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,286
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/28:55 pm -
2 stops39h 10m
Mon 11/162:25 pm -
3 stops34h 41m
Deal found 10/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,288
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/310:56 pm -
2 stops30h 54m
Tue 11/1012:05 pm -
2 stops43h 32m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,195
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:55 pm -
2 stops39h 30m
Thu 11/195:00 pm -
2 stops34h 40m
Deal found 10/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/78:55 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Wed 11/181:35 am -
2 stops50h 05m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,218
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1010:56 pm -
2 stops30h 54m
Tue 12/112:05 pm -
2 stops44h 16m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,198
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:55 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Tue 12/15:00 pm -
2 stops51h 04m
Deal found 10/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1410:25 pm -
2 stops45h 35m
Thu 11/262:25 pm -
3 stops32h 14m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,290
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2611:30 pm -
3 stops52h 05m
Thu 12/102:25 pm -
3 stops33h 19m
Deal found 10/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,231
One-way flights from San Francisco to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 10, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:08 am -
2 stops39h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$731
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:07 am -
2 stops40h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$739
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1010:39 am -
2 stops58h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$753
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Mon 2/89:40 am -
2 stops37h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$761
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/311:00 pm -
3 stops52h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$774
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:35 pm -
1 stop41h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$810
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/277:35 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$812
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/319:00 pm -
3 stops50h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$816
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3010:13 pm -
2 stops47h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$818
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/811:00 pm -
3 stops52h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$821
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/106:35 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$829
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/276:07 am -
2 stops40h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$832
Find flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated October 10, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,137 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $731 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,589 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Africa 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 10, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 11/16
9:09 am-8:25 am
3 stops37h 16m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$802
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 10/28
7:35 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop41h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$812
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 11/15
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$829
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 11/15
8:08 pm-7:10 am
2 stops49h 02m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$832
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Wed 3/17
8:25 pm-2:00 pm
3 stops56h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$919
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 10/17
9:11 am-7:10 am
3 stops36h 59m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$953
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 11/8
6:35 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop42h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$967
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 12/24
10:55 pm-7:25 am
1 stop46h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,008
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Fri 11/20
9:20 pm-6:05 pm
3 stops58h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,019
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 12/11
9:15 am-10:25 pm
2 stops51h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,021
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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 $1,151). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,985). 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 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated October 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to South Africa. 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.
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$691 | Average$1,399 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,622 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$796 | Average$1,674 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,605 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,160 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$869 | Average$1,572 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,027 | Average$1,369 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$1,032 | Average$1,685 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,600 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,885 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |