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Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco from R10 869

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — SFO
May 2 — May 91
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco from South Africa in October are about R18 710 on average during October, but can be found for as low as R15 121.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to San Francisco (ZA - SFO)?

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

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between South Africa and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Turkish Airlines flights heading from South Africa to San Francisco. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Fri 6/918:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 24/913:15SFO - JNB
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 259
Fri 6/918:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sat 21/918:35SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 543
Thu 9/518:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 31/1019:25SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/4R19 904
Fri 6/918:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 23/918:35SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 112
Fri 6/918:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 26/918:35SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 966
Fri 6/918:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 27/913:15SFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R23 230
Thu 9/518:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 1/1114:00SFO - JNB
1 stop36h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/4R24 818

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between South Africa and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to San Francisco. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Sun 6/1013:00CPT - SFO
2 stops38h 13mQatar Airways
Sat 12/1016:10SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R19 223
Tue 10/920:15JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 26/916:10SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R20 905
Mon 9/920:15JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 21/916:10SFO - JNB
1 stop39h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R21 000
Mon 9/920:15JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 22/916:10SFO - JNB
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R21 283
Mon 6/513:35JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 3/1114:50SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R29 751
Sun 5/513:35JNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 3/1122:30SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R35 328
Sun 5/513:35JNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 1/1112:50SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R35 706

Cheap South Africa to San Francisco flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to San Francisco specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Prices were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Mon 4/1115:10SFO - JNB
1 stop41h 50mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 842
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 55mDelta
Tue 5/1121:20SFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 936
Tue 7/521:55JNB - SFO
1 stop35h 17mDelta
Tue 5/1115:10SFO - JNB
1 stop41h 50mDelta
Deal found 26/4R17 049
Wed 8/521:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/1116:30SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R17 522
Wed 8/521:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 31/1017:30SFO - JNB
1 stop31h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R17 617
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R17 673
Thu 9/519:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 3/1120:45SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 146
Tue 7/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops31h 35mDelta
Sat 2/1121:20SFO - JNB
1 stop36h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/4R18 524
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 562

South Africa to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 4/621:30CPT - SFO
1 stop35h 42mDelta
Sun 11/822:40SFO - CPT
1 stop34h 10mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 653
Mon 9/918:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Tue 24/96:45SFO - JNB
2 stops27h 15mDelta
Deal found 27/4R16 728
Tue 4/621:30CPT - SFO
1 stop35h 42mDelta
Sun 11/822:10SFO - CPT
2 stops38h 15mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 804
Fri 6/918:50JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 51mDelta
Tue 24/98:30SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 30mDelta
Deal found 27/4R16 823
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Mon 4/1115:10SFO - JNB
1 stop41h 50mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 842
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 55mDelta
Tue 5/1121:20SFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 936
Tue 7/521:55JNB - SFO
1 stop35h 17mDelta
Tue 5/1115:10SFO - JNB
1 stop41h 50mDelta
Deal found 26/4R17 049
Wed 8/521:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/1116:30SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R17 522
Wed 8/521:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 6/1120:45SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R17 617

South Africa to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from South Africa to San Francisco 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 621 923 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from South Africa to San Francisco. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Mon 4/1115:10SFO - JNB
1 stop41h 50mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 842
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 55mDelta
Tue 5/1121:20SFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 936
Tue 7/521:55JNB - SFO
1 stop35h 17mDelta
Tue 5/1115:10SFO - JNB
1 stop41h 50mDelta
Deal found 26/4R17 049
Mon 6/521:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 31/1017:30SFO - JNB
1 stop31h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R17 617
Tue 7/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops31h 35mDelta
Sat 2/1121:20SFO - JNB
1 stop36h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/4R18 524
Tue 7/519:20JNB - SFO
1 stop31h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 3/1120:45SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R19 450
Mon 6/521:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways
Sat 2/1117:30SFO - JNB
2 stops28h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/4R19 979
Mon 6/517:00JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/1121:00SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R22 021
Mon 6/515:10DUR - SFO
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/622:10SFO - DUR
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 512

One-way flights to San Francisco from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to San Francisco. 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 621 923 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Users travelling one-way from South Africa to San Francisco can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from South Africa, there is a search form available above.
Thu 6/69:55JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 24mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R10 869
Thu 30/59:55JNB - SFO
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R12 494
Thu 30/59:55JNB - SFO
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 513
Sat 25/517:00JNB - SFO
3 stops33h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 834
Mon 10/68:40JNB - SFO
3 stops59h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 948
Sat 25/517:00JNB - SFO
3 stops33h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R12 967
Thu 6/618:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/4R13 118
Thu 30/518:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 156
Thu 30/517:00JNB - SFO
3 stops32h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R13 175

Find flights from South Africa to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to San Francisco 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 621 923 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

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R16 653 - R22 304

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Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/6

1 stop35h 42m

San Francisco

Sun 11/8

1 stop34h 10m

R16 653

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/5

1 stop25h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 3/11

1 stop28h 55m

R17 522

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/5

1 stop25h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

1 stop27h 30m

R17 617

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/9

1 stop26h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 24/9

1 stop36h 00m

R18 259

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/10

2 stops38h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 12/10

1 stop33h 40m

R19 223

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/5

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

1 stop27h 30m

R19 601

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/5

1 stop27h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

2 stops26h 10m

R21 624

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/6

2 stops48h 53m

San Francisco

Sun 11/8

2 stops39h 40m

R21 832

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/5

2 stops30h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

2 stops30h 00m

R22 304

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Deals found on 26/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 27 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to San Francisco, such as Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air France. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,1
Very Good
10 951 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,9
Good
1 623 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,8
Good
2 056 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from South Africa?

    For a flight from South Africa to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19,0 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to San Francisco for under R16 700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to San Francisco for under R16 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just R16 653, but on average you can expect to pay R17 806.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to San Francisco for under R16 900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from South Africa to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than R16 900.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways According to our data, you can fly for as little as R10 869. Users have also found prices from R13 118 and R13 231 on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

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

  • What does JNB to SFO mean?

    JNB and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. JNB to SFO refers to a flight route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco Airport. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to San Francisco 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 South Africa to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to San Francisco 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 South Africa to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco 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 South Africa to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to San Francisco 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 South Africa to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to San Francisco 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 South Africa to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to San Francisco. 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 621 923 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 256AverageR16 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 562AverageR21 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR16 114AverageR17 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 534AverageR17 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 535AverageR21 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 189AverageR20 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 404AverageR20 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 477AverageR23 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR17 517AverageR25 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 261AverageR22 417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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