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Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Africa from R12 390

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
May 27 — Jun 31
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 27 April 2026.

Mon 26/1020:45
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R20 253
Mon 21/920:25
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1014:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops40h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4R20 269
Mon 26/1022:55
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops31h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R20 385
Tue 1/920:25
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops56h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 27/1014:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops33h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/4R20 401
Tue 1/920:25
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops56h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/97:20
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops47h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4R20 435
Tue 1/920:25
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops56h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/107:20
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops47h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4R20 484
Sun 25/1020:45
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops55h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R20 534
Sun 1/1122:45
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/4R20 550
Sun 1/1122:45
SFO
-
CPT
3 stops52h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1114:25
CPT
-
SFO
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R20 583
Mon 21/918:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/1017:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/4R20 831
Tue 8/920:25
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sat 26/917:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops50h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/4R20 848
Thu 20/812:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/917:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/4R20 864

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 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 269

One-way from

R12 390

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R20 848
21/9-5/10
  • 21/9-5/10
  • 5 total stops
  • 80h 48m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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26/9
  • 26/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 30m total
  • San Francisco to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R34 027 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 839 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 27 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 18/5

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

23:15-19:20

2 stops29h 05m

R24 548

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 1/10

13:00-8:45

2 stops34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

23:15-0:50

2 stops34h 35m

R24 680

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 21/9

23:15-8:45

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

20:25-18:35

2 stops31h 10m

R24 779

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 7/10

6:15-19:40

2 stops28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

21:55-22:51

1 stop33h 56m

R25 324

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 3/6

9:30-21:20

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

18:00-12:50

1 stop27h 50m

R25 489

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R25 522

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 3/6

23:59-21:20

2 stops36h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

20:25-15:45

1 stop28h 20m

R26 563

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 15/10

13:05-8:45

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

20:25-20:18

2 stops32h 53m

R26 960

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 9/5

17:05-11:30

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

18:25-14:00

1 stop28h 35m

R27 174

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 21/5

5:55-21:20

2 stops30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

23:15-21:19

2 stops31h 04m

R27 488

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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 920). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 552). 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 KLM, Delta, and Emirates fly from San Francisco to South Africa in about 22h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 10m. 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 920). Flying from San Francisco to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R16 552). 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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