$702+ 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
May 10 — May 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South AfricaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 10, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 10, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 8/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/96:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,046
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 8/306:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/85:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,049
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/105:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,057
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/61:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop35h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/187:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,086
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Thu 8/2012:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/35:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,094
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 10/1212:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/277:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,103
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/256:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/66:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,121
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Sun 10/118:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2712:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,126
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/910:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 20m
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/172:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,220
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/288:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/122:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,221
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 9/288:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/122:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,234
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 4/2310:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/57:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 24m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/8![Kenya Airways 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 April 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 10, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/288:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/122:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,221
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Mon 9/283:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops35h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/121:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,336
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Mon 5/412:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops39h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/112:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops29h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,343
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 6/138:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/6![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,395
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 6/48:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 55m
KLM
Mon 6/156:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/7![KLM logo]()
$1,405
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/135:55 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 25m
Delta
Thu 6/48:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/5![Delta logo]()
$1,417
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Mon 9/285:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Mon 10/128:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,497
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Sat 5/2311:29 pm
SFO
- ELS
3 stops51h 31m
British Airways
Sat 5/3012:35 pm
ELS
- SFO
2 stops34h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 4/8![British Airways logo]()
$2,451
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 6/128:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/6![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,444
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 05m
Delta
Thu 6/116:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop35h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,468
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Mon 8/3112:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops39h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/32:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops29h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,471
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/191:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Mon 5/2511:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/5![KLM logo]()
$1,476
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Sun 5/105:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Fri 6/57:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 4/6![Emirates logo]()
$1,508
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/225:37 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 13m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 6/88:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/6![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,444
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 55m
Delta
Mon 6/158:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/5![Delta logo]()
$1,470
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 8/313:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops54h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/32:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops56h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,675
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Mon 6/810:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
3 stops57h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/2211:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,698
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Emirates
Mon 9/218:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/51:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Delta
Sat 6/208:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,484
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 9/95:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Sat 9/261:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/51:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Delta
Fri 6/198:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 31m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,494
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Thu 8/203:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/1012:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops39h 56m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,825
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Sat 5/231:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,596
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/264:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/812:05 pm
HLA
- SFO
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,973
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 8/310:15 am
SFO
- DUR
3 stops39h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/712:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops39h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,835
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/131:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Delta
Thu 5/2111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/9![Delta logo]()
$1,528
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Sun 9/65:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Emirates
Tue 9/228:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,611
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/239:05 pm
SFO
- ELS
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/306:35 pm
ELS
- SFO
2 stops52h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,133
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 9/85:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Fri 9/253:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,611
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Mon 9/75:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops60h 30m
Emirates
Tue 9/221:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,611
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated April 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated April 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 4/2310:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/57:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 24m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,258
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 4/3010:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/125:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/7![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,216
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 5/510:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/125:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/5![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,146
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 5/510:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/127:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops40h 37m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/5![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 5/76:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/86:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,143
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/812:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/86:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,185
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/93:44 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/85:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,189
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/1011:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 6/95:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 38m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,150
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1011:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 55m
Kenya Airways
Mon 6/85:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 36m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/6![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,151
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/86:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,198
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Mon 5/1110:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 20m
Kenya Airways
Mon 6/812:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 26m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,180
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1112:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 6/76:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,203
One-way flights from San Francisco to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Sat 4/257:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$702
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$733
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 4/2811:11 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$734
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$735
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$738
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2110:48 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$756
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Mon 4/136:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$766
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/106:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$781
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:38 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops55h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$784
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$785
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 4/2611:11 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$790
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$806
Find flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated April 10, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,046 (oojo) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $702 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $1,250 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 10, 2026.
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Depart
Return
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San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 9/28
8:25 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops40h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/12
2:25 pm-1:10 pm
3 stops31h 45m
$1,221
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 9/28
3:55 pm-12:40 pm
2 stops35h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/12
1:15 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop33h 20m
$1,336
San FranciscoBloemfontein
SFO - BFN
SFOBFN
San Francisco
Mon 5/4
12:55 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops39h 50m
Bloemfontein Intl
Mon 5/11
2:20 pm-10:50 am
2 stops29h 30m
$1,343
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 4/23
6:00 am-7:40 pm
1 stop28h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 6/13
8:25 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops34h 00m
$1,395
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 6/4
8:10 pm-11:05 am
1 stop29h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/15
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,405
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 5/13
5:55 am-9:20 pm
2 stops30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/4
8:25 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop33h 55m
$1,417
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 5/13
6:20 pm-8:25 am
2 stops29h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/12
8:25 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop34h 00m
$1,444
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 5/22
5:37 pm-8:50 am
2 stops30h 13m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/8
8:25 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop28h 20m
$1,444
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 5/9
6:20 pm-10:25 am
2 stops31h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
6:00 pm-8:20 pm
1 stop35h 20m
$1,468
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 6/4
8:10 pm-11:05 am
1 stop29h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/15
8:25 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop28h 20m
$1,470
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $773). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated April 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Virgin Atlantic, 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.
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 10, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,561 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,380 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,571 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,464 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,241 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$996 | Average$1,124 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,002 | Average$1,332 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,033 | Average$1,551 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,103 | Average$1,707 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |