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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from R12 490

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jul 3 — Jul 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 3 June 2026.

Tue 27/1020:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1117:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6R18 760
Tue 29/923:59
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1117:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops30h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5R18 793
Sat 12/920:25
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/917:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops39h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6R18 906
Tue 10/1121:00
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops41h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 1/1217:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops29h 22m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/6R19 182
Sat 19/920:25
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 27/912:10
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/5R19 329
Sun 11/1022:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops40h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 27/105:25
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops46h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/6R19 458
Thu 1/1023:50
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 20/1017:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 30/5R19 978
Mon 5/1020:25
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1014:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5R20 271
Mon 14/922:35
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/914:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6R20 465
Mon 7/923:50
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/914:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops42h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5R20 612
Wed 9/922:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops51h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 21/912:10
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops35h 42m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/6R20 628
Sun 1/1122:45
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5R20 644

Find flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 3 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 760

One-way from

R12 490

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R24 916
27/10-9/11
  • 27/10-9/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 40m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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9/11
  • 9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 05m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R46 854 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 011 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

20:25-13:35

3 stops56h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

14:25-21:28

3 stops40h 03m

R20 465

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 23/8

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

18:00-16:40

1 stop31h 40m

R22 480

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 30/8

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

17:50-16:40

1 stop31h 50m

R22 480

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

18:00-16:40

1 stop31h 40m

R22 967

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

R22 967

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 8/9

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

R23 860

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 23/8

11:45-9:00

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:55-13:35

1 stop25h 40m

R24 494

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 22/11

9:40-9:25

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

10:40-7:50

2 stops31h 10m

R24 705

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

9:40-9:25

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

10:40-7:50

2 stops31h 10m

R25 517

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 14/11

9:40-9:25

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

10:40-7:50

2 stops31h 10m

R26 410

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R10 785). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 275). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

    For a flight from San Francisco to South Africa, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 17,7 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to South Africa?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Emirates fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 30h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16966 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to South Africa are San Francisco - Cape Town Intl, San Francisco - Johannesburg OR Tambo and San Francisco - Sun City Resort Pilansberg.

  • 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 holiday 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R10 785). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 275). 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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