$712+ 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
Sep 8 — Sep 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 August 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 August 9, 2026.
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 10/68:29 pm -
2 stops42h 46m
Tue 10/205:00 pm -
2 stops29h 10m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,153
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 11/310:55 pm -
2 stops39h 30m
Tue 11/1712:05 pm -
2 stops35h 33m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,159
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:29 pm -
2 stops34h 21m
Tue 10/205:00 pm -
2 stops37h 28m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,165
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:29 pm -
2 stops34h 21m
Mon 10/195:00 pm -
2 stops39h 32m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,174
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:49 pm -
2 stops31h 01m
Tue 10/2712:05 pm -
2 stops40h 27m
Deal found 8/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,178
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/410:30 pm -
2 stops32h 20m
Mon 10/191:15 am -
2 stops44h 55m
Deal found 8/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,191
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Tue 10/2710:55 pm -
2 stops31h 55m
Mon 11/912:05 pm -
2 stops35h 33m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:59 pm -
2 stops30h 51m
Tue 10/205:00 pm -
2 stops29h 10m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,212
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:55 pm -
3 stops52h 40m
Tue 12/12:25 pm -
3 stops33h 19m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,238
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/1911:49 pm -
2 stops37h 21m
Mon 10/262:25 pm -
3 stops40h 14m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,244
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Thu 11/2611:30 pm -
3 stops52h 05m
Wed 12/911:25 pm -
2 stops48h 19m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,246
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 11/98:55 pm -
2 stops39h 10m
Mon 11/302:25 pm -
3 stops53h 39m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,254
Best flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 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 August 9, 2026.
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/269:40 am -
2 stops37h 45m
Tue 2/910:40 am -
2 stops31h 10m
Deal found 8/7![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,332
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 12/66:35 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Mon 1/186:50 pm -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 8/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,424
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/712:23 pm -
2 stops34h 07m
Wed 9/236:35 pm -
2 stops32h 48m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,570
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/43:40 pm -
1 stop34h 00m
Mon 1/258:00 pm -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 8/8![Emirates logo]()
$1,593
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/229:13 pm -
2 stops36h 17m
Tue 9/110:00 pm -
2 stops30h 38m
Deal found 8/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,653
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Mon 9/73:55 pm -
2 stops42h 05m
Mon 9/148:25 am -
2 stops38h 10m
Deal found 8/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,691
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2210:36 am -
2 stops25h 44m
Tue 9/111:15 pm -
1 stop45h 30m
Deal found 8/9![KLM logo]()
$1,698
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/13:40 pm -
1 stop34h 00m
Thu 2/48:00 pm -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 8/8![Emirates logo]()
$1,593
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/254:30 pm -
1 stop30h 20m
Tue 10/136:35 pm -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,600
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 11/166:35 pm -
2 stops33h 10m
Fri 11/203:45 pm -
2 stops34h 45m
Deal found 8/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,618
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/208:20 am -
2 stops25h 10m
Sun 9/277:00 pm -
2 stops29h 21m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,698
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sat 8/2210:36 am -
2 stops25h 44m
Sat 9/511:15 pm -
2 stops29h 28m
Deal found 8/7![KLM logo]()
$1,708
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/265:00 pm -
1 stop40h 05m
Wed 9/91:15 pm -
1 stop33h 45m
Deal found 8/4![Emirates logo]()
$1,593
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 1/56:35 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Tue 2/212:20 pm -
2 stops38h 10m
Deal found 8/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,620
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/223:55 pm -
2 stops37h 35m
Mon 10/268:25 am -
2 stops38h 15m
Deal found 8/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,821
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 9/1811:20 am -
1 stop22h 10m
Fri 9/257:00 pm -
2 stops31h 34m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$1,703
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2210:36 am -
2 stops25h 44m
Sun 9/611:15 pm -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 8/9![KLM logo]()
$1,708
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Mon 9/214:40 pm -
2 stops38h 30m
Mon 9/284:40 pm -
2 stops54h 20m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,738
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 9/174:40 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Sat 10/31:30 pm -
1 stop33h 30m
Deal found 8/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,602
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 10/512:50 pm -
1 stop38h 00m
Fri 2/125:20 pm -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 8/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,624
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 -
2 stops38h 15m
Mon 9/212:20 pm -
2 stops32h 15m
Deal found 8/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,833
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/195:25 pm -
2 stops34h 15m
Sat 1/22:05 pm -
2 stops34h 50m
Deal found 8/5![British Airways logo]()
$4,246
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 10/76:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Fri 2/125:20 pm -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 8/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,624
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:00 pm -
2 stops33h 35m
Thu 9/103:20 pm -
2 stops31h 40m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,804
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/313:40 pm -
2 stops41h 50m
Thu 2/412:35 pm -
2 stops58h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Emirates logo]()
$1,744
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sat 9/193:55 pm -
2 stops40h 35m
Sat 9/2610:55 am -
3 stops40h 28m
Deal found 8/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,944
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sun 10/46:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Fri 2/125:20 pm -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 8/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,624
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/194:40 pm -
2 stops38h 30m
Sat 9/263:40 pm -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,836
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Wed 8/195:00 pm -
2 stops44h 30m
Thu 9/109:10 am -
2 stops37h 50m
Deal found 8/6![Emirates logo]()
$1,764
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 11/146:35 pm -
1 stop42h 25m
Thu 11/265:20 pm -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 8/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated August 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated August 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/313:55 pm -
2 stops32h 45m
Mon 9/142:05 pm -
1 stop32h 30m
Deal found 8/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,363
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 9/74:30 pm -
1 stop30h 00m
Tue 9/221:25 pm -
2 stops34h 05m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,292
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 9/74:30 pm -
1 stop30h 00m
Wed 9/236:35 pm -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 8/7![Condor logo]()
$1,310
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/74:30 pm -
1 stop30h 00m
Tue 9/226:35 pm -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 8/4![Condor logo]()
$1,337
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/194:30 pm -
1 stop29h 55m
Mon 10/55:45 pm -
1 stop29h 45m
Deal found 8/4![Condor logo]()
$1,364
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2511:50 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Tue 10/135:00 pm -
2 stops34h 26m
Deal found 8/4![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,284
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/2511:50 pm -
3 stops52h 45m
Tue 10/62:25 pm -
3 stops33h 38m
Deal found 8/6![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,370
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2911:59 pm -
2 stops39h 16m
Tue 11/35:00 pm -
2 stops38h 39m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,250
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/293:55 pm -
1 stop27h 05m
Tue 10/64:50 pm -
2 stops53h 45m
Deal found 8/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,255
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/293:55 pm -
1 stop27h 05m
Tue 10/134:50 pm -
2 stops53h 45m
Deal found 8/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,256
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/298:25 pm -
2 stops42h 50m
Tue 10/612:10 pm -
2 stops54h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,262
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/298:29 pm -
2 stops34h 21m
Tue 10/65:00 pm -
2 stops49h 10m
Deal found 8/5![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,286
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 August 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 August 9, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/284:30 pm -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 8/8![Condor logo]()
$712
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Wed 11/185:20 pm -
2 stops54h 40m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$754
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Mon 10/1911:45 am -
1 stop46h 35m
Deal found 8/7![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$761
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Mon 10/191:00 pm -
3 stops58h 20m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$769
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Sun 10/115:40 pm -
2 stops54h 30m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$804
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 9/182:28 pm -
3 stops55h 42m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$809
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Mon 1/259:05 am -
2 stops51h 00m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$823
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 9/2910:05 pm -
3 stops52h 45m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$836
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Sun 8/239:05 pm -
3 stops54h 55m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$837
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Mon 9/2810:05 pm -
3 stops52h 45m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$845
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Sat 10/310:23 pm -
2 stops46h 37m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$855
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Mon 8/247:35 pm -
3 stops56h 25m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$865
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 August 9, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,153 (BusinessClass) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $712 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,410 |
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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 August 9, 2026.
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Route
Depart
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San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 1/26
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 2/9
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,332
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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 San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 9/7
12:23 pm-7:30 am
2 stops34h 07m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 9/23
6:35 pm-6:23 pm
2 stops32h 48m
$1,570
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 1/4
3:40 pm-11:40 am
1 stop34h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 1/25
8:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop26h 50m
$1,593
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 2/1
3:40 pm-11:40 am
1 stop34h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 2/4
8:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop26h 50m
$1,593
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Wed 8/26
5:00 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop40h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 9/9
1:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop33h 45m
$1,593
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 9/25
4:30 pm-7:50 am
1 stop30h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/13
6:35 pm-6:50 pm
2 stops33h 15m
$1,600
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 9/17
4:40 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 10/3
1:30 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop33h 30m
$1,602
San FranciscoDurban
SFO San Francisco - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
SFODUR
San Francisco
Mon 11/16
6:35 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops33h 10m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Fri 11/20
3:45 pm-4:30 pm
2 stops34h 45m
$1,618
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 1/5
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 2/2
12:20 pm-4:30 pm
2 stops38h 10m
$1,620
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $1,147). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,985). 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 August 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.
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$691 | Average$1,351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,635 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$842 | Average$1,573 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,442 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$869 | Average$1,484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,483 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,549 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,846 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,161 | Average$1,805 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |