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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from R10 793

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Dec 21 — Dec 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 515

One-way from

R10 793

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R22 365
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 16/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 76h 55m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 40m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R35 731 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 049 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 21 November 2025.

Thu 4/1210:35SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1219:45JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11R20 685
Mon 29/1213:55SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Wed 25/322:00JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Deal found 20/11R20 737
Wed 24/1216:30SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 05mDelta
Fri 23/119:20JNB - SFO
1 stop28h 05mDelta
Deal found 20/11R21 135
Mon 29/127:25SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 25/319:45JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R21 568
Tue 25/1115:45SFO - JNB
2 stops46h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1217:00JNB - SFO
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R22 088
Thu 11/125:00SFO - JNB
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/122:00JNB - SFO
2 stops33h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R22 209
Sat 6/1221:40SFO - CPT
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1223:35CPT - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R23 422
Mon 1/1218:50SFO - DUR
2 stops32h 40mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/1216:00DUR - SFO
2 stops29h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/11R23 578
Sat 6/1221:40SFO - CPT
1 stop24h 00mLufthansa
Mon 22/1215:20CPT - SFO
2 stops62h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11R24 219
Fri 12/1216:30SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mDelta
Fri 26/1221:30CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/11R24 323
Sat 6/126:07SFO - CPT
1 stop24h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/1220:50CPT - SFO
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11R24 375
Fri 12/1217:25SFO - CPT
2 stops28h 05mSWISS
Fri 26/129:00CPT - SFO
1 stop41h 30mSWISS
Deal found 20/11R24 635

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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 21 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Africa that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/2

9:10-18:35

2 stops23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

22:00-13:22

1 stop25h 22m

R18 312

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

5:00-18:35

2 stops27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

22:00-15:35

2 stops27h 35m

R18 381

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

22:00-19:00

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

21:55-17:43

1 stop29h 48m

R18 398

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

9:00-22:05

2 stops27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

23:59-11:50

1 stop45h 51m

R18 623

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

7:00-22:05

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

23:59-12:50

1 stop45h 51m

R18 623

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 21/3

14:10-10:50

1 stop35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

17:55-16:45

1 stop31h 50m

R19 108

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

22:00-19:00

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

22:00-20:29

2 stops32h 29m

R19 282

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 19/5

20:25-11:05

1 stop29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R19 316

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

21:55-21:20

2 stops38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

23:15-0:15

2 stops34h 00m

R19 715

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

9:40-9:25

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

10:40-8:50

2 stops31h 10m

R20 373

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R15 834). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 633). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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 21 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines and British Airways from San Francisco to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 048 reviews
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Boarding

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Christina,Sept 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 048 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 048 reviews
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Boarding

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Christina,Sept 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 534 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 048 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Christina,Sept 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.

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?

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

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and Singapore Airlines fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 23h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 20m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to South Africa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R10 793 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from R13 530 and United Airlines from R13 599 one-way.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R15 834). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 633). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa

Discover the top 2 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 058AverageR33 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR22 021AverageR31 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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