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$613+ 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Jul 30 — Aug 61
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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to South Africa, book at least 35 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 27% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,382 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,594.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to South Africa?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to South Africa from San Francisco average $1,479. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,479, as users have found deals to South Africa from as low as $1,057. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to South Africa from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 18%.

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

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.

Cheap San Francisco to South Africa flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to South Africa specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/264:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 9/91:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,046
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/196:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/46:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,089
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1911:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/411:00 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops49h 23mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/25$1,096
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2612:55 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops43h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 9/91:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,106
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/251:15 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/36:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,114
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/251:15 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/36:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,115
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/214:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 9/48:15 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,177
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/241:45 amSFO - JNB
1 stop44h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/311:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/24$1,214
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/264:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 9/99:35 amJNB - SFO
3 stops37h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,222

San Francisco to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This BudgetAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 BudgetAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/89:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops52h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 10/155:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops28h 36mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/24$932
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/610:54 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1810:45 amJNB - SFO
2 stops40h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$953
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/79:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 50mKenya Airways
Thu 10/171:15 amJNB - SFO
2 stops50h 14mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,006
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 10/297:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/57:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,007
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/16:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/247:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,008
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/610:54 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 56mKenya Airways
Tue 10/155:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops28h 36mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,012
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/54:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops38h 50mKenya Airways
Tue 10/155:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops28h 36mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,017
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.
Mon 10/287:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/187:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,036
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/264:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 9/91:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,046

San Francisco to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to South Africa should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 7/301:55 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Mon 8/2611:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops28h 49mKLM
Deal found 7/24$1,839
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 7/305:19 amSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 06mDelta
Mon 8/2611:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops44h 01mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,908
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/42:40 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop34h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/107:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops34h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,915
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/47:50 amSFO - CPT
2 stops42h 10mIberia
Sat 8/106:55 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops32h 15mIberia
Deal found 7/25$1,945
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/302:40 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop34h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/267:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop24h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/25$2,011
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 7/301:55 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Mon 8/2611:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops28h 49mKLM
Deal found 7/25$2,014
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/28:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Mon 8/1211:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/25$2,023
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/410:50 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops29h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 8/162:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/25$2,028
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/410:50 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops29h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 8/162:35 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops43h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/24$2,046

One-way flights to South Africa from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to South Africa, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to South Africa instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 8/151:45 amSFO - JNB
1 stop44h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/25$613
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/254:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$734
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/281:35 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$740
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/272:46 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops59h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$752
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/247:12 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops54h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$756
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/274:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$757
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/264:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$761
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/2711:17 amSFO - CPT
2 stops38h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$769
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/258:30 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops56h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$774

Find flights from San Francisco to South Africa within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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$932 - $1,309

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San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/8

2 stops52h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/15

2 stops28h 36m

$932

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 10/6

2 stops31h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/18

2 stops40h 44m

$953

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/29

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/5

1 stop31h 40m

$1,007

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 8/26

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/9

1 stop33h 15m

$1,046

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

2 stops29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

3 stops49h 23m

$1,096

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 10/3

1 stop46h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/20

1 stop44h 00m

$1,114

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 10/2

1 stop42h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

1 stop27h 50m

$1,260

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 11/22

2 stops31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/17

1 stop26h 50m

$1,302

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 12/1

2 stops30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/24

1 stop33h 00m

$1,309

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Deals found on 7/24

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa

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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 25, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways 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.
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,754 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

RwandAir
8.0
Very good
42 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,417 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

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.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to South Africa for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to South Africa for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $932, but on average you can expect to pay $1,042.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to South Africa for under $1,900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $1,900.

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

    $613 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and RwandAir, with prices starting from $734 and $777, 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.

  • What does SFO to JNB mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to South Africa?

    The most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa are American Airlines, Air France and British Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • 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 $1,192). 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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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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$945Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$954Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,036Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
IberiaCheapest$1,100Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,164Average$1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$1,227Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,229Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,259Average$1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,292Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,294Average$1,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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