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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from R11 323

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Sep 2 — Sep 91
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 August 2026.

Tue 27/1022:55
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1112:05
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops35h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R18 992
Mon 19/1020:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1112:05
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R19 274
Tue 10/1122:55
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/111:35
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops65h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R19 323
Tue 10/1122:55
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1117:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops41h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R19 356
Mon 9/1122:55
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/111:35
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops66h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R19 422
Sun 11/1023:59
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1012:05
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops34h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R20 133
Mon 7/916:30
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/913:25
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R20 315
Tue 3/1122:55
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops52h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R20 530
Tue 13/1020:45
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 27/1017:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops29h 38m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 31/7R20 563
Mon 2/1122:55
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R20 579
Sun 1/1121:00
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops54h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops41h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R20 728
Mon 19/1020:45
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R20 778

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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 992

One-way from

R11 323

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 307
27/10-9/11
  • 27/10-9/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 09m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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12/10
  • 12/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 10m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R52 263 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 979 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 3 August 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 27/10

19:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

18:50-16:30

1 stop31h 40m

R23 538

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

16:30-8:45

1 stop31h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

18:35-18:23

2 stops32h 48m

R24 464

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 31/8

17:00-16:40

1 stop38h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

20:00-14:00

1 stop27h 00m

R26 315

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 4/1

15:40-11:40

1 stop34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/1

18:30-12:50

1 stop28h 20m

R26 332

San FranciscoPort Elizabeth

SFO - PLZ

SFOPLZ

San Francisco

Thu 17/9

16:30-18:05

2 stops40h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 24/9

14:30-14:30

2 stops33h 00m

R26 447

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 22/11

18:35-12:05

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

17:20-16:30

1 stop33h 10m

R26 993

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 14/11

18:35-23:00

1 stop42h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

17:20-16:30

1 stop33h 10m

R26 993

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 6/12

18:35-16:05

2 stops59h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

18:50-16:30

1 stop31h 40m

R27 423

San FranciscoDurban

SFO - DUR

SFODUR

San Francisco

Wed 19/8

17:00-19:50

2 stops41h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 10/9

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

R27 902

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 25/9

6:00-18:30

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

19:00-23:20

2 stops37h 20m

R27 968

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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 R19 290). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 200). 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 and Emirates fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 30h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 30m. 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 R19 290). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 200). 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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