$765+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jul 20 — Jul 271
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 20, 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 20, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 10/2710:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/912:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,154
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 9/122:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/255:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,164
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 9/228:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sat 10/1012:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/16![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,190
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/18:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/2012:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/18![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,194
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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
Mon 10/261:35 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops45h 03m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Mon 9/148:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/245:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,219
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/65:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/18![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,232
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sun 8/3011:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/812:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 42m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,240
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops48h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/211:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops46h 37m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,242
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 11/210:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/162:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,247
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Mon 10/1911:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/22:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,248
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 10/129:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/2712:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 33m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,254
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 20, 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 20, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Mon 9/1411:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/242:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,344
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/196:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,425
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/195:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Emirates
Tue 9/227:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,552
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Thu 11/53:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/136:55 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,622
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sun 10/1110:31 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 49m
KLM
Tue 10/2711:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/19![KLM logo]()
$1,665
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 9/46:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 9/68:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 04m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/15![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,708
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/210:35 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops52h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 8/912:40 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops53h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$2,441
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/135:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Fri 9/257:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/18![Emirates logo]()
$1,572
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/156:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/266:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,574
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 FlightHub 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
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,625
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 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
2 stops31h 03m
KLM
Deal found 6/17![KLM logo]()
$1,704
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sun 11/86:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 11/285:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,587
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Mon 10/54:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/2111:30 am
HLA
- SFO
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,781
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Thu 11/58:35 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops39h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/167:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,687
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/48:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Thu 7/1611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,727
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/36:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 12/196:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,590
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Thu 9/106:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/17![Emirates logo]()
$1,760
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sat 9/194:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/1412:05 pm
HLA
- SFO
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,861
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Fri 11/611:15 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/167:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,727
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 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 6/17![Emirates logo]()
$1,761
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 7/136:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/266:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Justfly.com 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 stops32h 13m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,761
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/211:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 35m
KLM
Wed 8/1211:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 32m
KLM
Deal found 6/16![KLM logo]()
$1,952
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/146:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/265:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,635
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/45:05 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops65h 55m
Emirates
Mon 9/1412:40 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops58h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/17![Emirates logo]()
$1,835
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 oojo 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 9/107:10 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops48h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,805
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/196:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 11/281:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,669
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 10/25:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops60h 30m
Emirates
Sat 10/171:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 6/16![Emirates logo]()
$1,858
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:56 pm
SFO
- PLZ
3 stops51h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/148:15 am
PLZ
- SFO
3 stops38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,354
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 9/183:10 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/227:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 53m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,848
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/223:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/211:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,658
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/312:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 10/2110:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,687
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Sat 7/411:15 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Delta
Wed 10/219:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/17![Delta logo]()
$1,682
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 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
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/208:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,665
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Tue 7/76:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/216:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,635
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Tue 7/79:20 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops27h 00m
KLM
Wed 10/2111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/19![KLM logo]()
$1,698
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/1211:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 10/251:35 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops49h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,632
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/126:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/266:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/136:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/121:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,680
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Tue 7/146:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/266:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,574
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/154:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops47h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/265:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 31m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,630
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/1611:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/265:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 38m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,696
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 20, 2026.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 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 6/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$765
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1312:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$797
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 6/16![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$811
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 9/1012:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$815
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sun 8/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 11/246:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$839
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Fri 8/214:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 20m
Condor
Deal found 6/20![Condor logo]()
$858
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 11/236:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$861
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/113:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$868
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Mon 11/93:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$869
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$871
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 11/286:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$878
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 20, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,154 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $765 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,502 |
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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 20, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
11:50 pm-1:35 pm
3 stops52h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 9/24
2:25 pm-9:28 pm
3 stops40h 03m
$1,344
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
7:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop29h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 11/19
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,425
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 9/19
5:05 pm-10:15 am
1 stop32h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 9/22
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,552
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 9/13
5:05 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 9/25
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,572
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 7/15
6:45 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 10/26
6:50 pm-5:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,574
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 11/8
6:35 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 11/28
5:20 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,587
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 12/3
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 12/19
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,590
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 11/5
3:00 pm-10:30 am
1 stop33h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/13
6:55 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop27h 45m
$1,622
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-1:35 pm
2 stops34h 30m
$1,625
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 7/13
6:45 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 10/26
6:50 pm-5:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,634
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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 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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.
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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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$1,583 | 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$1,299 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,057 | Average$1,519 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,151 | Average$1,800 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |