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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from R11 241

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jun 22 — Jun 291
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 23 May 2026.

Tue 27/1020:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1117:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops30h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R18 992
Mon 19/1023:59
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops37h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5R20 523
Sun 30/823:50
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/917:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R20 589
Mon 14/921:00
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops55h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/914:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5R20 720
Sun 1/1122:45
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/5R20 918
Mon 5/1020:25
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1017:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops49h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R21 066
Sat 17/1021:00
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops55h 35m
Kenya Airways
Thu 29/1014:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops33h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/5R21 231
Sun 23/822:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops32h 05m
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops34h 39m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/5R21 280
Sat 19/921:00
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops48h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 3/1014:20
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops53h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/5R21 395
Thu 19/119:40
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 1/1210:40
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/5R22 119
Sun 30/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/917:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R22 152
Wed 9/922:45
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops53h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/914:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R22 267

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 23 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 992

One-way from

R11 241

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 124
27/10-9/11
  • 27/10-9/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 43m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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11/8
  • 11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R48 115 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 277 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 23 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 21/8

17:05-20:35

1 stop42h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

19:10-14:00

1 stop27h 50m

R25 542

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 839

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Fri 13/11

9:40-9:25

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

10:40-7:50

2 stops31h 10m

R25 839

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

17:05-11:30

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

20:00-12:50

1 stop26h 50m

R26 217

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

15:00-17:30

1 stop40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

18:55-12:40

1 stop27h 45m

R26 234

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 2/10

17:05-16:15

1 stop38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

19:10-14:00

1 stop27h 50m

R26 349

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Mon 3/8

15:55-10:35

2 stops33h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 7/9

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

R26 596

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 744

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Fri 13/11

18:50-11:50

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

17:15-16:45

1 stop33h 30m

R26 892

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 2/10

13:05-8:50

2 stops34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

20:25-20:18

2 stops32h 53m

R28 818

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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 R9 463). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 491). 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 Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 33h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 17402 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa (average of R9 463). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 491). 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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