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$620+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
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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 December 31, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:55 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/85:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,654
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop38h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 1/111:45 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops39h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/31$1,660
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Tue 12/3010:55 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops52h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/711:25 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops48h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$1,756
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:44 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/115:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,759
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:55 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops30h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 1/101:35 amJNB - SFO
2 stops47h 12mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/31$1,782
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 12/304:15 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/112:30 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,814
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/711:00 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,856
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 55mLufthansa
Sun 1/1110:40 amJNB - SFO
2 stops36h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 12/29$1,873
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:25 amSFO - JNB
1 stop34h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/1011:00 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/29$1,879
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:25 amSFO - JNB
1 stop34h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/811:00 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/29$1,887
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:55 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1012:05 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,898
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:55 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/72:25 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops36h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$1,945

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 December 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,017
(oojo)

One-way from

$620
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,794
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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 December 31, 2025.
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 Francisco

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

6:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops32h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/18

4:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$1,028

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

2:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

9:55 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops27h 13m

$1,049

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

10:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

10:00 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop24h 51m

$1,058

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

6:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

9:55 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop29h 53m

$1,058

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

11:47 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/25

9:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$1,058

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

9:55 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop29h 53m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:06 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

9:55 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops28h 09m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/25

9:55 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops30h 01m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

8:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/25

9:55 pm-8:27 pm

2 stops32h 32m

$1,062

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

6:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops32h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 2/2

4:00 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$1,065

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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 $800). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 December 31, 2025.
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
8,012 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
8,012 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
677 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
9,122 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
4,134 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
7,630 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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 22h. There are 10542 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 $601, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $800). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 December 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$996Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,002Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,009Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,070Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,095Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,196Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$1,308Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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