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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from R12 209

SFO — JNB
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Tue 20/1020:44 -
2 stops42h 31m
Tue 3/1117:00 -
2 stops30h 44m
Deal found 27/9R19 063
Mon 16/1120:55 -
2 stops41h 30m
Sun 17/117:00 -
2 stops30h 44m
Deal found 22/9R19 453
Sat 7/1120:55 -
2 stops41h 30m
Thu 19/1117:00 -
2 stops34h 40m
Deal found 27/9R19 470
Tue 27/1022:55 -
2 stops51h 00m
Mon 9/1112:05 -
2 stops35h 35m
Deal found 27/9R19 502
Tue 3/1122:56 -
2 stops30h 54m
Tue 10/1117:00 -
2 stops36h 31m
Deal found 24/9R19 535
Tue 20/1023:59 -
2 stops30h 51m
Mon 2/1117:00 -
2 stops36h 34m
Deal found 27/9R19 942
Mon 19/1020:44 -
2 stops42h 31m
Sun 1/1117:00 -
2 stops50h 34m
Deal found 27/9R20 625
Sat 31/1022:20 -
2 stops32h 30m
Thu 12/1117:00 -
2 stops29h 39m
Deal found 25/9R20 674
Sat 31/1022:55 -
2 stops40h 30m
Sat 14/1117:00 -
2 stops50h 30m
Deal found 25/9R20 821
Sat 17/1020:44 -
2 stops48h 16m
Mon 9/1114:25 -
3 stops41h 12m
Deal found 24/9R20 967
Mon 2/1120:55 -
3 stops54h 40m
Mon 16/1114:25 -
3 stops33h 15m
Deal found 26/9R20 983
Tue 17/1122:56 -
3 stops52h 39m
Tue 1/127:20 -
2 stops39h 24m
Deal found 27/9R21 016

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Round-trip from

R19 453

One-way from

R12 209

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R26 811
16/11-17/1
  • 16/11-17/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 14m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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4/3-31/12
  • 4/3-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R5 923 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 609 potential savings vs. average return price).
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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

7:00-7:25

2 stops38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 209

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 9/11

8:51-22:05

2 stops51h 14m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 170

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

23:00-13:35

3 stops52h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 398

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 23/10

19:25-7:10

2 stops50h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 528

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 25/10

19:35-12:05

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 400

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 17/11

18:35-12:05

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 400

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

18:35-12:05

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 481

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 8/11

9:14-14:10

3 stops42h 56m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 791

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 8/11

18:35-12:05

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 181

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 4/10

22:23-13:35

3 stops54h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 409

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R18 265). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 314). 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 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 31h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R18 265). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 314). 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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