$710+ 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Apr 27 — May 41
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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 FlightHub 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
Thu 9/105:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,047
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/712:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/256:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,056
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/125:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,067
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/256:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/96:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,071
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 5/145:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,072
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 9/711:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/147:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop47h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,073
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 8/2012:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/146:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,083
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/106:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/17:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,091
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 8/511:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/257:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop47h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,096
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/155:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,097
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/2810:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Wed 5/62:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops36h 58m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/25![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,170
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/19:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 11/1510:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/25![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,177
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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Tue 5/126:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 00m
KLM
Deal found 3/25![KLM logo]()
$1,242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/2112:06 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 34m
Delta
Tue 4/286:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/23![Delta logo]()
$1,311
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:55 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops39h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/272:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops29h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,471
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/85:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Tue 4/216:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 3/26![Emirates logo]()
$1,528
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:55 pm
SFO
- PZB
2 stops60h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/78:45 am
PZB
- SFO
2 stops37h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,588
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2011:45 am
SFO
- DUR
2 stops43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,618
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/124:40 pm
SFO
- PLZ
3 stops58h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 4/211:30 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops62h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/27![Lufthansa logo]()
$2,092
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/127:30 pm
SFO
- PLZ
3 stops32h 30m
SWISS
Tue 4/211:30 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops35h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 3/24![SWISS logo]()
$2,532
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 55m
KLM
Mon 6/156:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/25![KLM logo]()
$1,355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/11:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 40m
Delta
Mon 5/116:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/26![Delta logo]()
$1,363
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/410:29 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops25h 51m
KLM
Sun 6/216:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/24![KLM logo]()
$1,359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 35m
Delta
Tue 5/126:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 49m
Delta
Deal found 3/26![Delta logo]()
$1,372
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/812:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 5/234:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,548
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/95:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Wed 5/131:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/27![Emirates logo]()
$1,578
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/111:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Tue 6/2311:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 45m
KLM
Deal found 3/24![KLM logo]()
$1,363
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 8/83:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 8/155:00 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops53h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,687
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/511:15 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Delta
Thu 6/186:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/25![Delta logo]()
$1,420
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Mon 5/1112:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops39h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/242:45 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,574
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Tue 5/56:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 3/27![Emirates logo]()
$1,578
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/125:05 pm
SFO
- PLZ
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/213:25 pm
PLZ
- SFO
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,772
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/55:55 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 25m
Delta
Fri 6/196:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 53m
Delta
Deal found 3/24![Delta logo]()
$1,424
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/85:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Fri 5/151:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/24![Emirates logo]()
$1,578
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/66:45 pm
SFO
- BFN
2 stops34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/102:20 pm
BFN
- SFO
2 stops35h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/24![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,661
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/1412:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops46h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/282:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,870
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/115:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Mon 5/189:00 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops38h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 3/27![Emirates logo]()
$1,611
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/55:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops65h 50m
Emirates
Tue 5/261:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/25![Emirates logo]()
$1,611
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sun 4/265:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops65h 50m
Emirates
Wed 5/61:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/26![Emirates logo]()
$1,611
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/75:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Sat 5/231:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/25![Emirates logo]()
$1,628
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 8/195:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Thu 9/107:00 am
DUR
- SFO
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 3/26![Emirates logo]()
$1,704
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/65:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops41h 45m
Emirates
Thu 4/96:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 3/23![Emirates logo]()
$1,726
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated March 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa. Data last updated March 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/710:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Wed 5/611:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops51h 53m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/27![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,335
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/195:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,102
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2110:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/285:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,216
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/238:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops56h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/52:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops37h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/27![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,185
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2310:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Kenya Airways
Thu 5/75:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 23m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/26![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2610:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Wed 5/62:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops36h 58m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/26![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,346
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/2810:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Wed 5/62:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
3 stops36h 58m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/25![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Wed 5/137:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 3/25![SWISS logo]()
$1,233
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/291:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Wed 5/1311:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 3/24![KLM logo]()
$1,241
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/125:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,067
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Tue 5/126:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/26![KLM logo]()
$1,242
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/126:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,252
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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/289:19 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops55h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$710
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$731
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/123:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$754
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 5/96:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$759
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/98:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$779
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/166:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$786
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/116:01 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops43h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$787
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/1011:11 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$808
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/910:28 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops48h 42m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/23![Etihad Airways logo]()
$815
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/2010:38 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops50h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$823
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/2210:38 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops50h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$832
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/161:16 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops57h 59m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/23![Etihad Airways logo]()
$833
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 March 28, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,056 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $710 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $1,214 |
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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 March 28, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 4/30
1:45 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop22h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 5/12
6:00 pm-6:00 pm
1 stop33h 00m
$1,242
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Tue 4/21
12:06 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop22h 34m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 4/28
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,311
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 6/4
8:10 pm-11:05 am
1 stop29h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/15
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,355
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 6/4
10:29 am-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 51m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 6/21
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,359
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 5/1
1:10 pm-8:50 am
2 stops34h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 5/11
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,363
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 6/11
1:45 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop22h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 6/23
11:15 pm-8:00 pm
2 stops29h 45m
$1,363
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 4/30
1:10 pm-8:45 am
2 stops34h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 5/12
6:00 pm-5:49 pm
2 stops32h 49m
$1,372
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 6/5
11:15 pm-8:50 am
1 stop24h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/18
6:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,420
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 6/5
5:55 am-9:20 pm
2 stops30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/19
6:00 pm-3:53 pm
2 stops30h 53m
$1,424
San FranciscoBloemfontein
SFO - BFN
SFOBFN
San Francisco
Mon 4/20
12:55 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops39h 50m
Bloemfontein Intl
Mon 4/27
2:20 pm-10:50 am
2 stops29h 30m
$1,471
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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 $770). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated March 28, 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
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,560 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,380 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,567 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,463 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,241 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$996 | Average$1,124 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,017 | Average$1,306 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,033 | Average$1,551 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,103 | Average$1,698 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |