$545+ 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jul 27 — Aug 31
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 June 27, 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 June 27, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/64:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 11/199:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$876
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 10/278:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/95:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops38h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,155
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/810:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops51h 20m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/225:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 52m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/26![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 10/1110:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops51h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/275:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 38m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/22![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,198
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1611:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/195:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,210
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1611:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 10/198:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop46h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,213
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2712:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,217
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/184:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/302:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,230
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 10/1911:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/262:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,248
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/162:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,249
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Mon 9/1411:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/1411:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops54h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,252
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/172:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,253
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 June 27, 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 June 27, 2026.
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/174:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/136:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,370
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/193:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/2612:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,574
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/224:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,664
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 12/61:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 10m
KLM
Mon 1/1811:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/22![KLM logo]()
$1,673
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/195:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops41h 45m
Emirates
Thu 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 6/23![Emirates logo]()
$1,691
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 8/176:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops27h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 8/2710:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/27![United Airlines logo]()
$1,735
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/77:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Fri 8/147:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 33m
SWISS
Deal found 6/24![SWISS logo]()
$1,786
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 10/2710:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops44h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/910:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops48h 21m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,898
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/105:50 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Mon 8/2411:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
Delta
Deal found 6/22![Delta logo]()
$1,951
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sat 10/173:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/2612:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,691
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 8/2210:36 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 44m
KLM
Sat 9/511:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/27![KLM logo]()
$1,697
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Tue 10/279:00 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops37h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/24![Emirates logo]()
$1,739
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Fri 11/206:35 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/1011:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops39h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,792
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/33:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/712:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops40h 19m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,708
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/1510:36 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 44m
KLM
Mon 8/3111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 28m
KLM
Deal found 6/22![KLM logo]()
$1,708
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops65h 45m
Emirates
Thu 9/1011:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops59h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 6/25![Emirates logo]()
$1,741
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Sun 10/185:05 pm
SFO
- RCB
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/2912:25 pm
RCB
- SFO
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,038
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 11/1010:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops43h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 12/110:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops36h 26m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/23![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,039
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sat 10/173:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/2512:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,731
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops65h 45m
Emirates
Thu 9/176:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/25![Emirates logo]()
$1,794
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 9/1911:14 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 11m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 9/222:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops33h 58m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/23![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,104
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 10/223:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/2912:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 46m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,742
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/155:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Emirates
Tue 10/278:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/24![Emirates logo]()
$1,808
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 10/223:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/2712:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 46m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,743
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/203:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops40h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/177:10 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops48h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,810
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/189:23 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops35h 07m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/226:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops52h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,979
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/39:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/91:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops34h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,036
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/85:05 pm
SFO
- RCB
2 stops57h 40m
Emirates
Sat 8/1512:25 pm
RCB
- SFO
2 stops34h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 6/24![Emirates logo]()
$3,045
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 9/193:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/222:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,102
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/95:05 pm
SFO
- MQP
2 stops41h 00m
Emirates
Sun 8/165:20 pm
MQP
- SFO
2 stops53h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 6/25![Emirates logo]()
$3,214
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 6/293:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 7/31:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 42m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,685
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/293:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/81:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 42m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,742
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/303:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/91:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops39h 06m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,704
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/18:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Mon 7/611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/23![KLM logo]()
$1,727
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/47:15 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 05m
KLM
Thu 7/1611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/22![KLM logo]()
$1,731
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/51:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Thu 7/1611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/25![KLM logo]()
$1,725
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/51:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Sat 7/1111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/23![KLM logo]()
$1,726
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/51:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/116:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,737
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/217:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Tue 7/287:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 6/23![SWISS logo]()
$1,732
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/274:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Wed 8/56:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 6/24![Condor logo]()
$1,693
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2710:15 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/56:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,710
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/273:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/101:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops56h 37m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,731
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 June 27, 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 June 27, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 11/245:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops52h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$745
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 11/911:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$771
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2311:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$811
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/214:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 20m
Condor
Deal found 6/26![Condor logo]()
$826
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 9/2110:32 am
SFO
- CPT
3 stops50h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$827
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/265:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$828
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$843
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/43:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$852
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 11/93:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$853
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/238:57 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops37h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$880
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/64:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Deal found 6/24![Condor logo]()
$898
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 June 27, 2026.
Round-trip from | $876 (Virgin Atlantic) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $745 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,504 |
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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 June 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Africa that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 8/17
4:30 pm-7:30 am
1 stop30h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 9/13
6:35 pm-6:23 pm
2 stops32h 48m
$1,370
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 10/19
3:55 pm-5:30 pm
1 stop40h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/26
12:35 pm-1:40 pm
1 stop34h 05m
$1,574
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Fri 9/18
6:45 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 9/22
4:35 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop33h 05m
$1,664
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 12/6
1:50 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop22h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/18
11:55 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 50m
$1,673
San FranciscoDurban
SFO - DUR
SFODUR
San Francisco
Wed 8/19
5:05 pm-7:50 pm
2 stops41h 45m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Thu 9/10
7:00 am-2:00 pm
2 stops40h 00m
$1,691
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 10/17
3:55 pm-10:15 am
1 stop33h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/26
12:35 pm-1:40 pm
1 stop34h 05m
$1,691
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 8/22
10:36 am-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 44m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 9/5
11:15 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 30m
$1,697
San FranciscoDurban
SFO - DUR
SFODUR
San Francisco
Mon 8/3
3:55 pm-10:35 am
2 stops33h 40m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Mon 9/7
12:05 pm-7:24 pm
3 stops40h 19m
$1,708
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 8/15
10:36 am-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 44m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 8/31
11:15 pm-7:43 pm
2 stops29h 28m
$1,708
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 10/17
3:55 pm-10:15 am
1 stop33h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 10/25
12:35 pm-1:40 pm
1 stop34h 05m
$1,731
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $664). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,002). 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 76 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 June 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Delta, 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.
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.9
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.9
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.9
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.9
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.9
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.1
Food
7.9
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,363 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,579 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,210 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$982 | Average$1,312 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,057 | Average$1,484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,499 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,151 | Average$1,800 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |