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Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco from R13 327

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 29/4. 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
Apr 2 — Apr 91
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

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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 738 on average during October, but can be found for as low as R15 144.

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 United Airlines flights from South Africa to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights heading from South Africa to San Francisco. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Mon 8/419:00JNB - SFO
2 stops49h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/519:15SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R19 990
Mon 8/419:00JNB - SFO
2 stops45h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/50:09SFO - JNB
2 stops47h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R20 217
Mon 8/419:00JNB - SFO
1 stop34h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/519:15SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R25 196
Fri 10/520:00CPT - SFO
1 stop24h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/50:09SFO - CPT
2 stops30h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R26 067
Sun 14/420:00JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/50:09SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R34 093
Mon 8/420:00JNB - SFO
1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/50:09SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R35 059
Sun 28/720:00CPT - SFO
1 stop23h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/88:15SFO - CPT
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R73 923
Sat 27/419:50CPT - SFO
2 stops26h 33mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/522:50SFO - CPT
1 stop31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R93 970

Cheap Virgin Atlantic flights from South Africa to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Atlantic 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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Virgin Atlantic flights from South Africa to San Francisco. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Thu 25/718:55JNB - SFO
1 stop33h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 14/820:15SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/3R17 757
Thu 25/718:55JNB - SFO
1 stop33h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 14/822:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/3R17 794

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

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to San Francisco specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 27/421:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/519:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R18 362
Mon 1/418:55JNB - SFO
1 stop34h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 8/422:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/3R19 290
Fri 26/419:20JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/619:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R19 612
Fri 26/419:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/619:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R19 687
Mon 8/419:00JNB - SFO
2 stops49h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/519:15SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R19 990
Mon 8/419:00JNB - SFO
2 stops45h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/50:09SFO - JNB
2 stops47h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R20 217
Thu 18/417:45CPT - SFO
1 stop35h 15mLufthansa
Wed 8/513:45SFO - CPT
1 stop35h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 28/3R20 236
Thu 25/421:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways
Sat 8/615:35SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/3R20 918
Sat 27/421:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/517:25SFO - JNB
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R20 937

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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 5/619:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/1017:30SFO - JNB
1 stop31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R17 700
Thu 25/718:55JNB - SFO
1 stop33h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 14/820:15SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/3R17 757
Thu 25/718:55JNB - SFO
1 stop33h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 14/822:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/3R17 794
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:55SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R17 851
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:55SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R18 041
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/513:55SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R18 249
Wed 15/519:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 5/619:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3R18 268
Fri 3/519:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/619:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R18 343
Sat 27/421:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/519:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R18 362

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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 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 7/41:15JNB - SFO
2 stops44h 18mKenya Airways
Mon 6/521:59SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 51mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/3R23 208
Sun 7/43:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Mon 6/516:10SFO - JNB
3 stops37h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 27/3R24 344
Sun 7/41:15JNB - SFO
2 stops44h 18mKenya Airways
Mon 6/521:59SFO - JNB
2 stops50h 46mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R26 995
Sun 7/43:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/516:10SFO - JNB
1 stop39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R28 225
Sun 7/43:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/514:40SFO - JNB
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R38 088

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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 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.
Mon 29/418:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 28/3R13 327
Mon 29/421:05JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R14 122
Fri 26/416:35CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R14 311
Fri 12/719:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R14 501
Tue 9/716:35CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R14 652
Sun 28/419:15CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R14 860
Wed 21/819:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3R14 993
Fri 16/819:20JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/3R15 390
Fri 12/719:20JNB - SFO
2 stops32h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R15 428

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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.

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Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/7

1 stop33h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 14/8

2 stops29h 00m

R17 757

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/5

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

2 stops25h 25m

R17 851

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/5

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

1 stop29h 05m

R18 268

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/5

2 stops28h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

2 stops25h 25m

R19 309

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/4

2 stops49h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 6/5

1 stop28h 15m

R19 990

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/5

1 stop26h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 7/6

1 stop35h 40m

R20 085

Cape Town IntlSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/4

1 stop35h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

1 stop35h 15m

R20 236

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

2 stops28h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

1 stop27h 00m

R20 766

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/4

1 stop25h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 26/4

1 stop32h 55m

R21 240

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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 28 March 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to San Francisco, such as United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
54 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7,9
Good
1 684 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to San Francisco. 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 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 R17 800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to San Francisco for under R17 800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Atlantic for just R17 757, but on average you can expect to pay R18 987.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to San Francisco for under R23 300?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from South Africa to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than R23 300.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R13 327. Users have also found prices from R14 860 and R14 993 on Qatar Airways and British 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), East London Airport (ELS) 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 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 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 vacation 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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 do 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.

  • 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 28/3.

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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 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 192AverageR16 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 583AverageR21 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR16 138AverageR17 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 604AverageR21 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 881AverageR18 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 294AverageR20 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 503AverageR24 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR17 509AverageR25 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 704AverageR20 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 288AverageR22 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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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 can I compare prices from different travel booking sites for flights from South Africa to San Francisco?

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Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to San Francisco that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.