$778+ 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 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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 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 June 9, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 10/2710:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/95:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,155
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/3011:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/85:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 10/1110:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/275:25 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops42h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,198
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 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 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,248
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 8/1710:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/1512:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 42m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,260
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/242:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,260
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 8/2311:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 05m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/91:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops50h 24m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,261
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/711:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/225:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 52m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,270
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 11/110:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/152:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,272
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 9/64:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops38h 45m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/165:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,279
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/64:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops60h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/202:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops51h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,281
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 9/64:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops38h 45m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/2012:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,289
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 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 June 9, 2026.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/3011:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/85:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/109:40 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 12/11:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,332
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
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 6/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,424
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/305:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Tue 9/810:05 am
JNB
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 6/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,432
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/301:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/86:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,582
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/33:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/712:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,643
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:40 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 40m
KLM
Tue 10/2011:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/7![KLM logo]()
$1,666
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/3011:14 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 11m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 9/810:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops43h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,685
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1912:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 8/177:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$1,707
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/49:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 11/1810:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,387
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Mon 11/23:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 20m
Emirates
Tue 11/246:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/7![Emirates logo]()
$1,589
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 12/66:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/186:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,595
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/229:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 11/3010:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,465
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/23:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/2412:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops38h 23m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,643
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:02 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops41h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:45 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops42h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,691
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 31m
United Airlines
Mon 7/207:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops47h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,765
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/139:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 11/2610:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,515
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 11/17:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 11/285:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,710
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Thu 9/173:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops56h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/2110:55 am
BFN
- SFO
2 stops35h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,767
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 8/205:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Thu 9/106:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/6![Emirates logo]()
$1,788
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/2912:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,835
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/79:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 11/2410:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,521
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:15 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 20m
United Airlines
Wed 10/217:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$1,886
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/202:45 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,744
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/173:55 pm
SFO
- PZB
2 stops36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/218:45 am
PZB
- SFO
2 stops37h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,782
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Wed 8/192:08 pm
SFO
- DUR
3 stops35h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/108:25 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops50h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,850
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 9/165:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops41h 45m
Emirates
Sun 9/206:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,867
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/79:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 11/1310:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,571
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/173:55 pm
SFO
- RCB
2 stops34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/2112:25 pm
RCB
- SFO
2 stops34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,816
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 11/206:35 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/1011:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops39h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,842
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/156:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/221:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,634
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/411:15 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 10/2010:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5![United Airlines logo]()
$1,651
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sun 7/56:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/216:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,602
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/64:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Wed 10/216:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 6/5![Condor logo]()
$1,460
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Condor 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
Wed 10/216:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops36h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,620
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/612:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/205:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,640
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/63:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/201:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops37h 32m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,681
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Justfly.com 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 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/216:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,580
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 7/911:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/2012:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops36h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/7![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,633
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/136:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/124:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,649
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/224:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Condor
Tue 8/116:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 6/5![Condor logo]()
$1,672
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/273:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/72:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,629
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 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 June 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/196:58 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops50h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$778
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 10/56:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops42h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$786
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2811:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$792
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 9/216:58 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops42h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$796
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/2311:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$811
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$814
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Gotogate 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 6/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$819
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Tue 9/296:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:32 am
SFO
- JNB
3 stops44h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$843
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Sun 8/236:56 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$850
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/155:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$850
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/313:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$864
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 9, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,155 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $778 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,539 |
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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 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Africa that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
11:50 pm-10:55 am
2 stops50h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 9/8
5:00 pm-1:10 pm
2 stops29h 10m
$1,197
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 11/10
9:40 am-6:10 am
1 stop34h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 12/1
1:40 pm-7:50 am
1 stop28h 10m
$1,332
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Wed 11/4
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 11/18
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,387
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
$1,424
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
5:05 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 9/8
10:05 am-2:00 pm
1 stop36h 55m
$1,432
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 11/22
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/30
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,465
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Fri 11/13
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,515
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 11/24
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,521
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/13
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,571
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
1:50 pm-7:30 am
2 stops32h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 9/8
6:35 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop28h 55m
$1,582
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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 9, 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.
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,613 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,587 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,489 | 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$1,282 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,057 | Average$1,519 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,151 | Average$1,797 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |