$748+ 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Aug 14 — Aug 211
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 15, 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 15, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,150
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/611:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/155:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,166
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/268:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 40m
Kenya Airways
Mon 11/165:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 38m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/10![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,181
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/11![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,198
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/14:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops47h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/145:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 17m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/12![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/12:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2012:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops42h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,215
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/169:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 1/175:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 22m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/13![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,232
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/228:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 10/255:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops49h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/14![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,241
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/19:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1111:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops56h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,251
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,253
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/1310:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/272:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops32h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,255
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/282:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,258
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 15, 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 15, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,424
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/314:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Sat 10/37:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,552
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/2810:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 15m
Delta
Fri 1/1511:59 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 46m
Delta
Deal found 7/13![Delta logo]()
$1,684
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/2312:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,696
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 12/93:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 1/107:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,792
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/294:00 pm
SFO
- UTT
2 stops36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/28:00 am
UTT
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,971
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops49h 25m
RwandAir
Wed 9/305:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 7/10![RwandAir logo]()
$2,039
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2111:14 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 11m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/52:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops33h 58m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/15![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,155
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/2111:59 pm
SFO
- PLZ
3 stops69h 26m
British Airways
Mon 1/412:40 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops36h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 7/13![British Airways logo]()
$2,674
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 1/176:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,444
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/314:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 25m
Emirates
Tue 9/298:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,593
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/2712:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/94:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,594
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/226:20 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 00m
Delta
Sun 9/611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 32m
Delta
Deal found 7/14![Delta logo]()
$1,762
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/294:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Sun 9/277:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,602
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 8/196:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/105:00 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops56h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,787
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/76:15 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops25h 55m
United Airlines
Fri 8/148:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop24h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,926
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/15:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Sat 10/37:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,622
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:56 pm
SFO
- BFN
3 stops51h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/47:55 am
BFN
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,921
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/28:15 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop23h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 8/168:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,926
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/136:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/265:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/12![Emirates logo]()
$1,725
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/2711:45 am
SFO
- UTT
3 stops41h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/38:00 am
UTT
- SFO
3 stops42h 58m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/12![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/1310:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 1/107:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,973
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/146:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop42h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/265:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/2711:45 am
SFO
- UTT
3 stops41h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/32:15 pm
UTT
- SFO
2 stops56h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,036
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/1711:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops59h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 7/13![Emirates logo]()
$1,775
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/155:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,654
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/13![Emirates logo]()
$1,775
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/66:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 9/264:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,684
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/1810:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/222:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops36h 52m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/13![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,355
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,280
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
Condor
Wed 9/96:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/13![Condor logo]()
$1,284
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/14![Condor logo]()
$1,299
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 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 7/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,334
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/285:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 52m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/10![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,270
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/275:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops50h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/10![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,279
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/11![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,291
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
- JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/15:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 17m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/10![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,304
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/3110:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/292:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,305
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/282:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops36h 52m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/10![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,363
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/3110:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/12:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,369
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 15, 2026.
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This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/284:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Deal found 7/11![Condor logo]()
$748
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/11![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$761
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/85:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$771
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/35:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops52h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$785
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$794
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/211:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$804
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/149:18 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops36h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$808
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/191:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$812
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/215:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$822
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/86:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/136:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$834
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 8/214:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 20m
Condor
Deal found 7/13![Condor logo]()
$840
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 15, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,150 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $748 (Justfly.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 15, 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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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 12/6
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/18
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,424
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 11/16
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 1/17
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,444
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
4:40 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 10/3
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,552
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
4:40 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop40h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 9/29
8:00 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 00m
$1,593
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 8/27
12:55 pm-11:50 am
1 stop37h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 9/9
4:35 pm-10:50 am
1 stop27h 15m
$1,594
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 8/29
4:40 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 9/27
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,602
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 9/1
5:05 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 10/3
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,622
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
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Fri 11/13
6:35 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
5:20 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,634
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 11/14
6:35 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop42h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
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 15, 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
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$691 | Average$1,332 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,168 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$842 | Average$1,576 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,380 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,476 | 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$1,088 | Average$1,489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,810 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |