$769+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jul 4 — Jul 111
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South AfricaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 4, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,155
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/128:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/205:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,164
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 10/111:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/191:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops46h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/3![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,181
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/119:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/275:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 31m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/4![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,198
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3011:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/85:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/3![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,232
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/58:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/132:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,248
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/242:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,260
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2311:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 05m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/105:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/4![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,261
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/711:50 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/202:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops42h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,269
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/910:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops51h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/2112:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 42m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,270
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/110:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/152:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,271
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/110:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Kenya Airways
Wed 12/211:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops46h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,272
Best flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/109:40 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 12/11:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,332
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 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 6/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,414
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 8/2311:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops36h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/98:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,508
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:02 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops41h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:50 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops42h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,671
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/83:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop34h 00m
Emirates
Fri 11/278:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/3![Emirates logo]()
$1,756
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Mon 7/138:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Thu 7/236:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 10m
KLM
Deal found 6/3![KLM logo]()
$1,805
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/3110:38 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 52m
United Airlines
Sat 8/157:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops47h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,837
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/227:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Fri 7/317:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 42m
SWISS
Deal found 6/2![SWISS logo]()
$1,895
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2311:14 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 11m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/92:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops33h 58m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,100
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 7/1212:35 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops35h 45m
Delta
Thu 7/2311:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 31m
Delta
Deal found 5/30![Delta logo]()
$2,205
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/229:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 11/3010:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,521
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/23:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 11/296:55 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,642
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/202:45 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,709
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/79:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 11/1310:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,571
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/314:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 55m
Emirates
Sat 12/58:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/2![Emirates logo]()
$1,763
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/33:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/712:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,643
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Thu 9/106:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 5/31![Emirates logo]()
$1,806
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/176:45 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/212:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops35h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,832
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/1211:15 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 12/212:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,687
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/146:05 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1911:45 am
HDS
- SFO
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,079
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3010:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops44h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 9/810:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops49h 38m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,206
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/181:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Delta
Mon 7/69:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 10m
Delta
Deal found 6/3![Delta logo]()
$2,249
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops41h 45m
Emirates
Sun 9/206:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 5/30![Emirates logo]()
$1,867
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 10/314:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 11/296:55 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,732
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/55:05 pm
SFO
- UTT
2 stops35h 40m
Emirates
Wed 9/95:40 pm
UTT
- SFO
2 stops53h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 5/31![Emirates logo]()
$1,919
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 10/2811:30 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/56:55 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 03m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,748
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/236:45 pm
SFO
- RCB
2 stops37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/2712:25 pm
RCB
- SFO
2 stops37h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$2,225
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 6/186:45 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/222:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
3 stops36h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,453
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1711:14 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 11m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 10/32:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops34h 11m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,505
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3011:30 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/307:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,757
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated June 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 6/34:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/56:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,580
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Condor
Fri 6/56:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 5/30![Condor logo]()
$1,616
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/125:05 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops28h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 10/110:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop44h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,662
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/139:15 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 10/110:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,663
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/1411:15 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 15m
SWISS
Wed 9/307:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 6/1![SWISS logo]()
$1,625
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/146:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/171:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,631
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/148:31 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops24h 59m
United Airlines
Thu 10/110:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,651
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/157:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Wed 8/197:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 6/4![SWISS logo]()
$1,673
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1610:15 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/187:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,667
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/203:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/171:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/30![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,612
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/203:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/57:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,627
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/273:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/97:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/1![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,673
One-way flights from San Francisco to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/911:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$769
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/126:58 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops50h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$787
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 10/287:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$817
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 7/266:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$818
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$846
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/233:51 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$850
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$861
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/179:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$867
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$876
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2211:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$880
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/226:56 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$888
Find flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated June 4, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,155 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $769 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,534 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 11/10
9:40 am-6:10 am
1 stop34h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 12/1
1:40 pm-7:50 am
1 stop28h 10m
$1,332
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
6:45 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 9/8
5:50 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop31h 50m
$1,414
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 8/23
11:45 am-9:00 am
2 stops36h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 9/9
8:55 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop25h 40m
$1,508
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 11/22
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/30
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,521
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/13
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,571
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 11/2
3:00 pm-10:30 am
1 stop33h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 11/29
6:55 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop27h 45m
$1,642
San FranciscoDurban
SFO - DUR
SFODUR
San Francisco
Mon 8/3
3:55 pm-10:35 am
2 stops33h 40m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Mon 9/7
12:05 pm-1:35 pm
2 stops34h 30m
$1,643
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 8/15
6:02 am-8:20 am
2 stops41h 18m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 8/31
9:50 am-7:23 pm
2 stops42h 33m
$1,671
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
11:15 am-10:30 am
2 stops37h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/2
12:35 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop34h 05m
$1,687
San FranciscoDurban
SFO - DUR
SFODUR
San Francisco
Wed 9/16
6:45 pm-1:15 pm
2 stops33h 30m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sun 9/20
2:45 pm-10:50 am
2 stops29h 05m
$1,709
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $664). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,002). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated June 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,613 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,579 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,210 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$982 | Average$1,282 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,057 | Average$1,519 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,151 | Average$1,830 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |