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$624+ 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
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Cheap 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 January 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$764
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$624
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,293
From San Francisco to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Africa
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 January 8, 2026.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 1/2311:40 amSFO - JNB
1 stop21h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 2/109:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 48mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/6$764
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:00 amSFO - CPT
1 stop25h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 3/239:30 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop32h 03mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/8$764
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 8/137:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops27h 40mDelta
Fri 8/289:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop24h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/6$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 1/225:45 amSFO - CPT
2 stops27h 30mDelta
Fri 4/248:05 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop23h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/6$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 8/143:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop43h 10mDelta
Fri 8/289:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop24h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/6$770
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/310:00 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Thu 3/269:30 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop29h 06mDelta
Deal found 1/8$770
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 6/610:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop36h 10mDelta
Tue 6/239:55 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops28h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/6$774
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2910:35 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop34h 15mDelta
Sun 4/198:05 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops29h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/7$774
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 5/1311:45 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 05mDelta
Sun 5/248:05 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop34h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/6$775
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 6/41:45 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 50mKLM
Tue 6/2311:15 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 30mKLM
Deal found 1/7$777
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/151:45 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop22h 40mKLM
Fri 5/2911:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop45h 30mKLM
Deal found 1/6$777
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/231:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Fri 1/3011:59 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 51mKLM
Deal found 1/6$778

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/10

9:55 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$764

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

11:47 am-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/23

9:30 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop24h 36m

$764

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

8:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

9:55 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$764

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

11:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:05 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop32h 07m

$764

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

11:50 am-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

8:05 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop33h 19m

$764

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/15

9:30 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop32h 26m

$764

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

8:05 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop33h 19m

$764

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

9:30 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop30h 13m

$764

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/28

8:05 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$769

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-7:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/24

8:05 pm-10:37 am

1 stop23h 32m

$769

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Africa

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 $795). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,148). 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 January 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,150 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,657 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South Africa?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to South Africa?

    Departing from San Francisco to South Africa will take you 21h 28m. There are 10244 mi between San Francisco and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to South Africa one-way?

    $536 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $571 and $603, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to South Africa?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Cape Town Intl or San Francisco - Johannesburg OR Tambo, San Francisco - Sun City Resort Pilansberg is the most popular route from San Francisco to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 $795). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,148). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa

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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$996Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,001Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,009Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,070Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,095Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,196Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$1,308Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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