$609+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Africa
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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Mar 23 — Mar 301
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 February 21, 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 February 21, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/511:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/257:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop47h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$935
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/811:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/207:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop47h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$985
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1211:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/227:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop47h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,006
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/109:40 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 12/17:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,007
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1011:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/2510:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,009
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2211:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/17:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop47h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,021
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/26:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/127:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,026
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/3112:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/145:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,027
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:05 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/179:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,033
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/19:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 11/1510:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,035
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2211:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 5/97:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop46h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,040
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/111:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 11/1310:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,048
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 February 21, 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 February 21, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 3/167:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/237:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,063
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 5/111:57 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 43m
Delta
Mon 5/119:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 44m
Delta
Deal found 2/19![Delta logo]()
$1,067
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 3/144:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 30m
KLM
Mon 3/306:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 2/19![KLM logo]()
$1,075
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Thu 4/306:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/126:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops49h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,327
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Fri 5/811:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 5/2310:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,338
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Wed 3/114:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/256:05 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,364
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 5/1910:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 45m
Kenya Airways
Tue 6/27:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 37m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,466
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/410:35 am
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops34h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 3/812:40 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops33h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,483
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 8/194:35 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops57h 05m
British Airways
Thu 9/1011:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops35h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 2/18![British Airways logo]()
$1,500
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/3111:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 20m
KLM
Tue 4/1411:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 2/21![KLM logo]()
$1,079
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 4/178:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Delta
Sun 4/2611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 55m
Delta
Deal found 2/19![Delta logo]()
$1,103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Thu 4/96:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/234:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,184
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/3011:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 20m
KLM
Tue 5/126:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 2/18![KLM logo]()
$1,080
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 4/1011:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Delta
Sat 4/258:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Delta
Deal found 2/19![Delta logo]()
$1,115
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/912:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops59h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/234:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 5/16:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/134:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/1610:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop35h 25m
Delta
Mon 3/2310:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/17![Delta logo]()
$1,118
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 5/31:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Sun 5/3111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 2/18![KLM logo]()
$1,121
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Sun 4/1211:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops85h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 4/2610:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,378
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/123:55 pm
SFO
- PLZ
3 stops40h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/218:15 am
PLZ
- SFO
3 stops38h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,424
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Thu 8/1311:45 am
SFO
- DUR
2 stops43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/247:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,372
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Wed 3/117:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/255:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/1411:50 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops36h 00m
Delta
Mon 3/306:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 54m
Delta
Deal found 2/20![Delta logo]()
$1,154
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 3/293:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 4/512:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops40h 58m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,436
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/46:50 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/84:00 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,258
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 6/2311:15 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/92:30 pm
HDS
- SFO
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,432
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 8/36:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/72:45 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,279
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/43:00 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops38h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/86:55 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops51h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,549
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2011:45 am
SFO
- DUR
2 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/177:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,509
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/53:00 pm
SFO
- MQP
2 stops35h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/912:40 pm
MQP
- SFO
2 stops58h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,559
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated February 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated February 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 2/273:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Air France
Sat 3/77:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 05m
Air France
Deal found 2/18![Air France logo]()
$1,074
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/26:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/127:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,026
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:05 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/179:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,033
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/211:47 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop21h 13m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 3/179:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop30h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,045
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/28:55 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops24h 05m
Delta
Tue 3/179:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 24m
Delta
Deal found 2/19![Delta logo]()
$1,050
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/26:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/105:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,122
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/310:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/242:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops32h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,166
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/310:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/242:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,180
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/97:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/167:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,063
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/144:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 30m
KLM
Mon 3/306:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 2/20![KLM logo]()
$1,075
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 3/1710:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/242:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/20![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,116
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/3112:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/145:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,027
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 February 21, 2026.
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This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/164:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$609
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/184:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$620
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/194:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$655
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/181:43 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops43h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$656
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/51:51 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops43h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$670
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 2/287:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops55h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$695
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 3/168:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops58h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$696
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/157:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops59h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$697
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/811:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$703
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/111:51 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops43h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$706
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 4/231:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$708
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/247:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops56h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$711
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 February 21, 2026.
Round-trip from | $935 (Gurufare) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $609 (CrystalTravel) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $1,087 |
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2026.
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San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 3/16
7:50 pm-10:50 am
1 stop30h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 3/23
7:05 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop26h 00m
$1,063
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 5/1
11:57 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop34h 43m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 5/11
9:55 pm-8:39 pm
1 stop31h 44m
$1,067
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 3/14
4:40 pm-12:10 pm
1 stop34h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 3/30
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,075
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 3/31
11:00 am-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 4/14
11:15 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 30m
$1,079
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 4/30
11:00 am-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 5/12
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,080
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 4/17
8:00 am-7:40 pm
1 stop26h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 4/26
11:15 pm-11:10 pm
2 stops32h 55m
$1,103
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 4/10
11:35 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop35h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 4/25
8:25 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop28h 20m
$1,115
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 3/16
10:35 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop35h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 3/23
10:00 pm-11:59 pm
2 stops34h 59m
$1,118
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 5/3
1:45 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop22h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 5/31
11:15 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 30m
$1,121
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 3/14
11:50 am-8:50 am
2 stops36h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 3/30
6:00 pm-6:54 pm
2 stops33h 54m
$1,154
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $785). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). 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.
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 February 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United 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.
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,585 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,444 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,373 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,575 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$869 | Average$1,464 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$976 | Average$1,311 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$996 | Average$1,124 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,033 | Average$1,399 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,103 | Average$1,687 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,116 | Average$1,409 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% |