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$622+ 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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa

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 21, 2026.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2210:25 am
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:35 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$838
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/96:30 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 3/236:55 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop30h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$853
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/97:30 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop30h 30m
British Airways
Sun 5/246:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop28h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 1/18$854
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/94:35 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 5/126:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop28h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$855
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/54:35 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop31h 50m
British Airways
Tue 4/219:15 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$856
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/234:35 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 25m
British Airways
Tue 5/126:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop28h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$856
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/64:35 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/206:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$860
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/25:30 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 3/106:55 pm
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops31h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$863
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/117:30 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
American Airlines
Fri 5/229:15 pm
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops30h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$864
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:35 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 25m
British Airways
Tue 5/126:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop28h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$864
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/64:35 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 25m
American Airlines
Mon 4/206:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops31h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$865
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/44:35 pm
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops29h 25m
American Airlines
Fri 4/249:15 pm
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops30h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$869

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 January 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$838
(Billigflug)

One-way from

$622
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,285
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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 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Africa that are best for you.

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San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

10:25 am-8:05 am

2 stops35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/9

8:35 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$838

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

6:30 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/16

6:55 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$853

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

4:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/20

6:50 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$865

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

4:59 pm-10:20 am

2 stops31h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

10:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$868

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

5:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

8:50 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops32h 57m

$873

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

10:35 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

6:55 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$876

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

7:25 am-9:20 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

9:55 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop31h 29m

$949

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

4:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/24

6:50 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops32h 54m

$966

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$991

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

4:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/20

7:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$1,009

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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 $810). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated January 21, 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
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
8,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
9,191 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
4,200 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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
7,689 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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

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  • 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 28h 35m. 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo or San Francisco - Cape Town Intl, 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 $810). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$776Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$778Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$985Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$996Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,001Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,056Average$1,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,196Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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