$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
Aug 28 — Sep 41
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 29, 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 29, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,149
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/1311:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/205:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,164
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/65:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,171
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 9/92:13 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/205:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops50h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,185
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/89:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops41h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/225:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 39m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/26![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/1111:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/275:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,199
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 9/258:29 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 46m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/135:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops49h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,206
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/1010:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/215:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,218
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/78:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/145:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops50h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,226
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/266:00 am
SFO
- CPT
3 stops69h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/102:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,242
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/19:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/152:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops41h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,244
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/3110:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops46h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/122:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,245
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 29, 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 29, 2026.
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 1/219:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 2/410:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,409
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/277:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/96:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,424
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/235:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop32h 15m
Emirates
Thu 9/107:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/27![Emirates logo]()
$1,572
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/107:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 50m
Delta
Mon 10/1911:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop45h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/26![Delta logo]()
$1,596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/3012:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 10/2010:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,652
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/193:55 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/13:10 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops55h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,666
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 8/219:30 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
KLM
Mon 8/3111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 28m
KLM
Deal found 7/29![KLM logo]()
$1,716
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/243:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops36h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/287:50 am
BFN
- SFO
2 stops38h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,833
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/76:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/26:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,509
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/75:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop42h 35m
Emirates
Fri 8/2810:05 am
JNB
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 7/25![Emirates logo]()
$1,603
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Mon 8/312:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 8/2510:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops26h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,653
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2111:48 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops47h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/59:45 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops44h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,670
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/55:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop38h 25m
Emirates
Tue 8/2510:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop48h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 7/26![Emirates logo]()
$1,627
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,633
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 11/135:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,633
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/195:00 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops41h 50m
Emirates
Thu 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/29![Emirates logo]()
$1,671
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/114:40 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/181:05 pm
HDS
- SFO
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,937
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/225:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop42h 35m
Emirates
Sat 9/510:05 am
JNB
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 7/29![Emirates logo]()
$1,671
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/63:55 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops36h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/122:30 pm
HDS
- SFO
3 stops37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:20 am
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops39h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 9/1712:40 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops54h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27![United Airlines logo]()
$2,222
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/304:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop39h 00m
Emirates
Sat 11/148:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,692
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/276:35 pm
SFO
- UTT
2 stops57h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/12:15 pm
UTT
- SFO
2 stops36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,730
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:00 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops65h 50m
Emirates
Thu 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/29![Emirates logo]()
$1,721
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/186:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 11/285:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,749
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/84:40 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops42h 10m
Emirates
Tue 9/157:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/25![Emirates logo]()
$1,763
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:45 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/282:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops35h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,780
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:00 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops65h 50m
Emirates
Thu 9/176:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 7/29![Emirates logo]()
$1,774
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
2 stops58h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/225:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,780
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/54:30 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/227:00 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,979
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/1810:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/162:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/194:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops59h 55m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/2311:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops51h 47m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/28![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,464
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/2010:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/32:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,454
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 8/223:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/64:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops53h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,373
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Tue 9/86:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/27![Condor logo]()
$1,270
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/28![Condor logo]()
$1,300
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 stops32h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,360
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/2610:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops53h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/92:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,298
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops53h 25m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/211:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops51h 54m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,390
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/2710:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/102:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,449
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/3011:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/812:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 07m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/27![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,364
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/304:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Tue 9/86:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/27![Condor logo]()
$1,379
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 29, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 29, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Deal found 7/25![Condor logo]()
$712
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/288:56 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops49h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$754
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare 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 7/29![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$763
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/25:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops53h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$770
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$780
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/165:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops54h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$783
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/15:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops53h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$793
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$803
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/1412:07 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$806
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly 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 7/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$818
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/111:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$818
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/296:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$821
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 29, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,149 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $712 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,832 |
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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 29, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 1/21
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 2/4
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,409
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 10/27
7:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 11/9
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,424
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 8/7
6:45 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 9/2
6:00 pm-10:50 am
1 stop25h 50m
$1,509
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/23
5:00 pm-10:15 am
1 stop32h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 9/10
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,572
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 10/10
7:00 am-5:50 am
2 stops37h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/19
11:00 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 45m
$1,596
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 8/7
5:00 pm-8:35 pm
1 stop42h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 8/28
10:05 am-2:00 pm
1 stop36h 55m
$1,603
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 8/5
5:00 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop38h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 8/25
10:20 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop48h 40m
$1,627
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
$1,633
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
7:35 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop41h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/13
5:20 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,633
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $1,167). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,948). 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 29, 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.
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$691 | Average$1,336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,622 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,168 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$842 | Average$1,569 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,380 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,473 | 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$1,823 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |