$766+ 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
Jun 28 — Jul 51
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 May 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 May 29, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 10/2710:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/95:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,154
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 11/108:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/1612:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,155
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Sun 10/119:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/275:25 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops42h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,198
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 10/68:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/225:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,219
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 8/3010:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/812:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops36h 07m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/26![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,231
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 10/111:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/191:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops46h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,232
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Mon 10/2610:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/92:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops41h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,247
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Mon 11/910:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/172:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,248
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Mon 9/148:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/242:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,259
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Mon 9/148:25 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/67:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops47h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,262
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/310:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/205:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/27![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,270
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
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 5/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,271
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 May 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 May 29, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 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 5/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,384
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 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 5/25![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,470
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1610:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops48h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/179:50 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops38h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,531
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Mon 9/77:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 5/24![Emirates logo]()
$1,552
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Tue 11/103:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/18:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 34m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Thu 10/16:15 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 10/207:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,628
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 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 5/26![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,570
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 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 5/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,590
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 oojo 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 5/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,616
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 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
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/265:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/149:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 11/2610:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,570
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 8/205:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops65h 45m
Emirates
Thu 9/1011:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops59h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 5/29![Emirates logo]()
$1,757
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/48:50 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops24h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 7/167:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,764
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Sat 11/146:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/265:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/163:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/198:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,765
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Sun 7/1210:38 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 7/197:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,765
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 8/195:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Thu 9/1011:15 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops35h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 5/26![Emirates logo]()
$1,817
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/73:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 11/146:55 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,773
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop33h 31m
United Airlines
Sun 7/197:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops36h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/25![United Airlines logo]()
$1,782
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 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 5/24![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,783
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Sun 6/146:05 pm
SFO
- HDS
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/192:10 pm
HDS
- SFO
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,080
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Sat 9/55:05 pm
SFO
- UTT
2 stops35h 40m
Emirates
Wed 9/95:40 pm
UTT
- SFO
2 stops53h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 5/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,919
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 8/203:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/1012:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,782
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Sun 7/126:45 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 7/192:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops35h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$2,063
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/243:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/110:55 am
BFN
- SFO
3 stops39h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Mon 6/298:10 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 7/137:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop30h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28![United Airlines logo]()
$2,126
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/116:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/147:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops34h 27m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,021
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1211:40 am
SFO
- BFN
3 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/195:50 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,370
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/116:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/207:00 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops39h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,113
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2411:37 am
SFO
- BFN
3 stops34h 38m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/12:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
3 stops36h 27m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,438
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated May 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated May 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/317:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Sun 6/147:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop30h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 5/24![SWISS logo]()
$1,735
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/147:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,753
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Wed 6/37:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Thu 6/117:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 5/27![SWISS logo]()
$1,749
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 6/46:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 30m
SWISS
Tue 7/147:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 5/28![SWISS logo]()
$1,717
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 6/57:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Thu 6/187:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 5/29![SWISS logo]()
$1,751
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Mon 6/82:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop34h 00m
SWISS
Tue 6/237:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 5/28![SWISS logo]()
$1,746
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Wed 6/106:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 30m
SWISS
Mon 6/157:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 12m
SWISS
Deal found 5/25![SWISS logo]()
$1,727
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 6/116:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/147:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,682
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/116:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/201:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,703
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 6/156:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/241:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,614
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/223:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/81:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,604
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/223:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/81:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops52h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,741
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 May 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 May 29, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Mon 11/911:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$766
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1712:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$818
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Booking.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 5/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$819
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Expedia 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 5/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$821
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/27:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$824
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 8/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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
- JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$832
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 11/16:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops34h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$840
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Tue 11/36:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops34h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$844
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Sat 10/316:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops35h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$845
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/49:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops55h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$849
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 11/57:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$861
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 May 29, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,154 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $766 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,162 |
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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 May 29, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
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
$1,384
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
$1,470
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 11/16
10:10 pm-8:20 am
2 stops48h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 1/17
9:50 am-2:14 pm
2 stops38h 24m
$1,531
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 8/21
5:05 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/7
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,552
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
$1,570
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sat 11/14
9:40 am-9:25 am
2 stops37h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
10:40 am-7:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$1,570
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 11/10
3:00 pm-8:40 am
1 stop31h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 12/1
8:20 pm-6:54 pm
2 stops32h 34m
$1,578
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
$1,590
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
$1,616
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
6:15 am-6:30 pm
2 stops27h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/20
7:00 pm-7:50 pm
1 stop33h 50m
$1,628
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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 May 29, 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
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
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$1,634 | 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$1,202 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$982 | Average$1,303 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,057 | Average$1,484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,315 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,151 | Average$1,806 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |