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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from R12 564

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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
May 30 — Jun 61
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 30 April 2026.

Wed 16/920:25
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/912:10
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops42h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R18 813
Tue 27/1022:55
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1117:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops38h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R18 946
Sat 12/921:00
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 22/912:10
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops34h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/4R19 663
Sun 30/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/917:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R19 830
Mon 26/1020:45
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops41h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 213
Tue 10/1122:55
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/1217:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops33h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 313
Mon 28/920:25
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/1014:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 363
Fri 21/823:50
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/912:10
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops42h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 429
Mon 26/1020:45
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops55h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/4R20 563
Sat 26/922:45
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops46h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/1014:20
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops53h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 613
Sun 11/1020:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/101:35
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops45h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 629
Sun 25/1020:45
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops55h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 713

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 30 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 813

One-way from

R12 564

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R21 029
16/9-21/9
  • 16/9-21/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 43m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 45m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R34 627 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R13 064 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 8/10

6:14-8:20

2 stops41h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

9:50-14:14

2 stops37h 24m

R25 495

San FranciscoPolokwane

SFO - PTG

SFOPTG

San Francisco

Mon 28/9

18:45-17:15

2 stops37h 30m

Polokwane

Fri 2/10

11:00-16:40

2 stops38h 40m

R25 845

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 4/9

17:05-5:30

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

18:50-12:50

1 stop28h 00m

R25 862

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 4/10

17:05-18:05

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

13:15-14:00

1 stop33h 45m

R27 378

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 21/6

15:55-9:00

1 stop32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

20:55-13:35

1 stop25h 40m

R27 595

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 2/9

17:05-11:30

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

9:00-14:00

2 stops38h 00m

R28 145

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 1/9

17:05-14:35

2 stops36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:15-14:00

1 stop33h 45m

R28 145

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

7:00-21:20

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

23:15-20:05

2 stops29h 50m

R28 195

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 3/6

7:00-21:20

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

23:15-18:58

2 stops28h 43m

R28 195

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 25/6

15:55-4:00

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

20:55-17:47

2 stops29h 52m

R28 545

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Africa

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 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R8 998). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 697). 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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  • 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, Emirates, and Qatar Airways fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 27h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 05m. 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo, San Francisco - Cape Town Intl 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R8 998). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 697). 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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