$750+ 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
May 23 — May 301
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 April 23, 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 April 23, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 8/316:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/236:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 9/56:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/166:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,198
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 8/2512:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/96:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,218
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 9/88:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/1612:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,219
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/712:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,221
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 9/218:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/52:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,222
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Mon 8/246:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/105:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,223
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/256:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops48h 50m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/91:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops50h 24m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 9/66:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 9/186:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,232
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Wed 9/96:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/175:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,233
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 10/1910:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/22:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,234
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2110:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/52:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/23![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,235
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 April 23, 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 April 23, 2026.
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 9/511:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/148:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 8/3111:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Delta
Wed 9/238:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops36h 21m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$1,458
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Mon 5/47:25 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops28h 55m
KLM
Wed 6/311:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/19![KLM logo]()
$1,480
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Mon 10/195:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Mon 11/21:40 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 4/18![Emirates logo]()
$1,529
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 8/296:45 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/22:30 pm
HDS
- SFO
2 stops29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,719
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:05 pm
SFO
- RCB
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/158:20 am
RCB
- SFO
2 stops40h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,845
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 9/1011:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Delta
Thu 9/248:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 09m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$1,458
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 6/1710:35 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 45m
KLM
Tue 6/236:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$1,543
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/95:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Tue 5/121:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,579
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 9/243:55 pm
SFO
- GRJ
2 stops36h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/282:20 pm
GRJ
- SFO
2 stops32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,593
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Thu 10/11:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 40m
Delta
Tue 10/2011:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$1,494
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Fri 10/165:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Fri 10/306:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/18![Emirates logo]()
$1,579
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 9/2111:15 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Delta
Sat 10/38:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/22![Delta logo]()
$1,500
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 8/38:43 pm
SFO
- DUR
3 stops52h 52m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/712:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops39h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,743
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/235:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Wed 9/29:00 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops38h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/21![Emirates logo]()
$1,628
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 6/273:55 pm
SFO
- RCB
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/512:25 pm
RCB
- SFO
3 stops39h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,027
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 8/225:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 30m
Delta
Sat 9/58:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 23m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$1,563
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Thu 5/75:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Sun 5/176:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 4/18![Emirates logo]()
$1,629
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 8/198:54 pm
SFO
- DUR
3 stops52h 41m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/105:00 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops53h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,830
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/244:35 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops59h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/171:05 pm
HDS
- SFO
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,059
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/21:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Delta
Fri 6/128:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Deal found 4/18![Delta logo]()
$1,604
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/95:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Wed 5/276:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 4/22![Emirates logo]()
$1,645
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/273:55 pm
SFO
- RCB
2 stops34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/512:25 pm
RCB
- SFO
2 stops34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,940
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Thu 6/49:30 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Delta
Mon 6/1511:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 44m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$1,607
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Sat 5/231:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/21![Emirates logo]()
$1,695
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 6/146:45 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/192:30 pm
HDS
- SFO
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 6/312:15 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops36h 05m
Delta
Sat 6/208:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Deal found 4/22![Delta logo]()
$1,608
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/105:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Emirates
Thu 5/289:00 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops38h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/22![Emirates logo]()
$1,726
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/67:05 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 15m
Delta
Sat 6/208:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$1,608
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1411:29 pm
SFO
- HDS
3 stops77h 01m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/1912:10 pm
HDS
- SFO
2 stops34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,283
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/246:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,266
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/256:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,292
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2712:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/276:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,331
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/286:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/256:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,316
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2812:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/265:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,323
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/286:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/246:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,334
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/210:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 6/25:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 23m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,348
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 6/11:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops50h 08m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,283
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Mon 5/48:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/112:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,252
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/410:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 20m
Kenya Airways
Tue 6/25:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 23m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,263
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/45:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Tue 6/210:05 am
JNB
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 4/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,350
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1011:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/251:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops46h 42m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,341
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 April 23, 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 April 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 9/2610:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops46h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$750
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 8/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$755
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 5/66:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$757
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 4/286:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$761
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 9/2810:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$782
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2112:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$792
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/95:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$843
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 7/2911:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$864
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Thu 10/111:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$866
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Mon 8/3111:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$867
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/512:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Brussels Airlines logo]()
$869
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/19:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/21![Lufthansa logo]()
$872
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 April 23, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,196 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $750 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $1,250 |
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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 April 23, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 9/5
11:45 am-4:00 am
2 stops31h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/14
8:55 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop25h 40m
$1,424
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
11:45 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop34h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 9/23
8:25 pm-11:46 pm
2 stops36h 21m
$1,458
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 9/10
11:45 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop34h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 9/24
8:25 pm-10:34 pm
2 stops35h 09m
$1,458
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 5/4
7:25 am-9:20 pm
2 stops28h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/3
11:15 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 30m
$1,480
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
1:05 pm-8:45 am
2 stops34h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/20
11:15 pm-12:50 am
2 stops34h 35m
$1,494
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 9/21
11:15 pm-8:45 am
1 stop24h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 10/3
8:25 pm-6:35 pm
2 stops31h 10m
$1,500
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 10/19
5:05 pm-11:30 am
1 stop33h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/2
1:40 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,529
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 6/17
10:35 am-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 6/23
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,543
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 8/22
5:55 pm-10:25 am
1 stop31h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 9/5
8:25 pm-6:48 pm
2 stops31h 23m
$1,563
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 5/9
5:05 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop38h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 5/12
1:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop33h 45m
$1,579
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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 $540). 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.
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 April 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
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$1,561 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,363 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,575 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,473 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$996 | Average$1,124 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,002 | Average$1,334 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,058 | Average$1,305 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,718 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |