$755+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Africa
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South AfricaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/1211:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/205:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,159
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/198:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/212:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,160
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 11/108:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/15:25 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops45h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,165
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/198:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/412:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,172
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/110:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 20m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/191:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops50h 11m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/22![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/1211:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/195:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,205
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops38h 45m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/211:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops46h 37m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/21![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/278:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/95:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,209
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/1211:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/55:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,213
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1912:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops42h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,218
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 11/178:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/12:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops36h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,251
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/22:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,253
Best flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/126:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/186:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,384
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/44:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop42h 55m
Emirates
Fri 9/251:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 7/18![Emirates logo]()
$1,552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3012:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 10/2010:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,653
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/226:20 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 00m
Delta
Sun 8/3011:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 43m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$1,804
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 10/13:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops55h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/206:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops51h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,817
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops44h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/910:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops48h 21m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/20![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,902
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:45 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/107:10 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops37h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,987
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/66:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/186:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,424
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/114:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Thu 9/37:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/22![Emirates logo]()
$1,572
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/712:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 9/265:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,529
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/211:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 8/277:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,703
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/195:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Sat 10/311:40 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 7/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,643
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/243:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops36h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/287:50 am
BFN
- SFO
2 stops38h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,879
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/154:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,594
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/111:14 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops43h 41m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/142:30 pm
JNB
- SFO
3 stops33h 58m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,070
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 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 stops40h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/107:10 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops33h 52m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,922
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/254:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,624
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/194:40 pm
SFO
- DUR
1 stop38h 55m
Emirates
Thu 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/20![Emirates logo]()
$1,817
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/66:10 am
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops44h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 8/108:00 am
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops40h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$2,094
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 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 7/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:40 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops64h 35m
Emirates
Mon 9/287:50 am
BFN
- SFO
2 stops39h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 7/18![Emirates logo]()
$1,834
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/193:39 pm
SFO
- DUR
3 stops33h 56m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/107:10 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops33h 52m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,040
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/136:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 9/182:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops35h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,650
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/24:40 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops42h 10m
Emirates
Wed 9/96:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 7/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,887
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2011:45 am
SFO
- DUR
3 stops44h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/177:10 pm
DUR
- SFO
3 stops48h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,146
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/264:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,664
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/63:55 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops35h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/1012:40 pm
PLZ
- SFO
3 stops38h 07m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,236
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/56:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 8/304:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,684
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 11/206:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/295:20 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,724
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/146:35 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 12/303:45 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$2,172
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1010:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/1512:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 16m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,261
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1010:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/125:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops49h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,343
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1010:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/121:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops44h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,366
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1010:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/132:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops31h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,429
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1110:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/1512:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 16m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,315
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1810:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/282:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops33h 27m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,355
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/184:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Iberia
Mon 9/286:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 00m
Iberia
Deal found 7/20![Iberia logo]()
$1,493
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Condor
Wed 9/96:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/23![Condor logo]()
$1,296
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/96:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,318
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2310:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 15m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/1012:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops39h 07m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,364
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:48 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops35h 12m
Iberia
Tue 9/86:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 00m
Iberia
Deal found 7/21![Iberia logo]()
$1,497
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3110:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/157:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops43h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/21![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,290
One-way flights from San Francisco to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/135:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops58h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$755
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/1211:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$761
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 1/185:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$783
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/215:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops58h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$792
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/125:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops53h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$801
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:33 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops38h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$801
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$805
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops58h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$814
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$821
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/128:27 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops37h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$822
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/1510:48 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops52h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$837
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/185:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops57h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$842
Find flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated July 23, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,159 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $755 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,758 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 11/18
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,384
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 12/6
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/18
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,424
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 9/7
12:55 pm-10:30 am
1 stop36h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 9/26
5:55 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop31h 45m
$1,529
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 9/4
4:40 pm-8:35 pm
1 stop42h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 9/25
1:30 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop33h 30m
$1,552
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 8/11
4:40 pm-5:30 am
1 stop27h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 9/3
7:10 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,572
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
6:45 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 9/15
4:35 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop33h 05m
$1,594
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 8/4
6:45 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 8/25
4:35 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop33h 05m
$1,624
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Fri 11/13
6:35 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
5:20 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,634
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Mon 10/19
5:05 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop38h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 10/31
1:40 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,643
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO - CPT
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Sun 9/13
6:45 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 9/18
2:00 pm-4:40 pm
2 stops35h 40m
$1,650
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,864). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated July 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$691 | Average$1,334 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,635 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,168 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$842 | Average$1,575 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,380 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,474 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$869 | Average$1,484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,499 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,810 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |