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$572+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Africa

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SFO — JNB
May 24 — May 311
Sat 5/24
Sat 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated May 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,032
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$756
(SmartFares)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,253
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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 May 19, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:45 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/304:35 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,032
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 45mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/3111:05 amJNB - SFO
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/18$1,123
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/207:10 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,128
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/168:51 amSFO - JNB
2 stops23h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/237:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops29h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,138
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops41h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 11/161:15 amJNB - SFO
2 stops45h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/18$1,152
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:45 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops30h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/292:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops35h 51mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/18$1,156
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 8/2012:40 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/37:00 amCPT - SFO
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,166
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/187:50 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops28h 30mSWISS
Wed 9/107:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 35mSWISS
Deal found 5/18$1,183
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/188:25 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,199
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 30mLufthansa
Tue 11/1810:10 amJNB - SFO
1 stop42h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 5/18$1,210
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/186:05 amSFO - JNB
2 stops41h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/109:50 amJNB - SFO
2 stops40h 07mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/18$1,222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/257:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,234

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 19, 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

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/30

4:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop27h 00m

$1,032

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

12:55 pm-7:40 am

1 stop33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

11:05 am-10:45 am

1 stop32h 40m

$1,123

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

7:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,128

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

8:51 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/23

7:00 pm-3:28 pm

2 stops29h 28m

$1,138

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

9:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops41h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/16

1:15 am-12:45 pm

2 stops45h 30m

$1,152

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

10:45 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

2:35 pm-5:26 pm

3 stops35h 51m

$1,156

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

12:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop38h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$1,166

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

7:50 pm-9:20 am

2 stops28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/10

7:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$1,183

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

8:35 pm-7:05 am

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/18

8:25 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,199

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 11/14

8:35 pm-7:05 am

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/18

10:10 am-6:45 pm

1 stop42h 35m

$1,210

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 19, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated May 19, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and SWISS from San Francisco to South Africa have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
872 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,780 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to South Africa one-way?

    $756 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SWISS. You may also be able to find cheap deals on LATAM Airlines and Condor, with prices starting from $887 and $954, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 May 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$969Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$989Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,209Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,210Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$1,213Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,225Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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