$731+ 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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Aug 8 — Aug 151
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 July 9, 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 July 9, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/278:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/95:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,156
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/158:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/2812:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,160
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass 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 11/165:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,167
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/128:06 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops46h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/2212:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops42h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,169
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/162:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1912:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops40h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,174
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/191:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops44h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,198
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/76:00 am
SFO
- CPT
3 stops69h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/172:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops34h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/7![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,202
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops47h 10m
Kenya Airways
Fri 9/255:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/6![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/76:00 am
SFO
- CPT
3 stops69h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sat 11/142:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops53h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/7![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,213
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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 7/9![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,214
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/58:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 40m
Kenya Airways
Wed 11/1111:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops49h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/7![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,228
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1610:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/1912:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 16m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,230
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 July 9, 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 July 9, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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
Wed 9/96:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,384
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/34:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Wed 8/267:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,553
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:55 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/123:25 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,649
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/236:15 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 9/1010:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,653
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops30h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 11/131:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 21m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,729
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:55 pm
SFO
- PLZ
3 stops64h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/128:15 am
PLZ
- SFO
3 stops38h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,746
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/41:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop22h 40m
KLM
Tue 8/1111:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 7/8![KLM logo]()
$1,937
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/225:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,414
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/75:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Thu 9/310:05 am
JNB
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,578
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/166:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,439
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/154:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/2811:30 am
HLA
- SFO
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,750
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/96:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop41h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 12/266:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/138:23 am
SFO
- PLZ
3 stops42h 32m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/237:00 am
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops39h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,791
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/74:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 50m
Emirates
Thu 8/276:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 7/6![Emirates logo]()
$1,700
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/111:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops32h 11m
United Airlines
Tue 9/298:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops26h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/4![United Airlines logo]()
$1,930
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/194:40 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops42h 10m
Emirates
Thu 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,725
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/164:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1911:30 am
HLA
- SFO
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,900
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/251:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,603
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops65h 45m
Emirates
Thu 9/1011:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops59h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,740
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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
Thu 9/1012:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,620
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/83:55 pm
SFO
- KIM
2 stops40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/1410:55 am
KIM
- SFO
3 stops41h 32m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,259
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/204:40 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops66h 10m
Emirates
Thu 9/177:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,775
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/112:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/205:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,620
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/43:55 pm
SFO
- KIM
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1010:55 am
KIM
- SFO
3 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,299
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/226:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/305:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:05 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops57h 50m
Emirates
Wed 8/267:00 am
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,817
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/411:40 am
SFO
- KIM
3 stops44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/1010:55 am
KIM
- SFO
3 stops39h 52m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,578
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops36h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/216:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,650
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/103:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop34h 00m
Emirates
Thu 11/123:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops55h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 7/7![Emirates logo]()
$1,852
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/46:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops34h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/94:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,650
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/164:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Tue 9/16:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/6![Condor logo]()
$1,271
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/164:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/16:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,339
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate 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
Condor
Wed 9/26:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/9![Condor logo]()
$1,214
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1910:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops51h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/135:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops49h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/5![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/85:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,355
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Wed 9/96:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/9![Condor logo]()
$1,286
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/96:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,345
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Sun 8/306:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/9![Condor logo]()
$1,365
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/306:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,370
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/254:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops60h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/87:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/5![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,365
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/264:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops59h 55m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/911:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops51h 47m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/6![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,301
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3110:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/142:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 27m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,291
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 July 9, 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 July 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/15:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$731
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$764
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/206:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$793
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/213:38 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops54h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$795
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/711:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$796
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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 7/6![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$811
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair 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 7/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3110:33 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$833
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com 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 7/6![Condor logo]()
$838
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$844
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3010:33 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$848
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/176:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$849
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 July 9, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,156 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $731 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,778 |
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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 July 9, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/23
6:45 pm-10:15 am
1 stop30h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 9/9
6:00 pm-10:50 am
1 stop25h 50m
$1,384
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 9/17
6:45 pm-10:15 am
1 stop30h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 10/22
5:55 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop31h 45m
$1,414
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 9/16
6:45 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 10/16
6:00 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,439
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 12/9
6:35 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop41h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 12/26
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,474
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 8/3
4:40 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 8/26
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,553
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 8/7
5:05 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 9/3
10:05 am-2:00 pm
1 stop36h 55m
$1,578
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 8/4
6:45 pm-9:40 am
2 stops29h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 8/25
1:30 pm-10:50 am
2 stops54h 20m
$1,603
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/23
6:45 pm-10:15 am
1 stop30h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 9/10
12:20 pm-4:40 pm
2 stops37h 20m
$1,620
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
12:55 pm-4:05 pm
2 stops42h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/20
5:55 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop31h 45m
$1,620
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 11/22
6:35 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/30
5:20 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$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 July 9, 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
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 9, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,168 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$842 | Average$1,577 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$869 | Average$1,484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,199 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$982 | Average$1,313 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,810 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |