Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Africa from $820

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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — JNB
May 13 — May 201

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Africa?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to South Africa, book at least 48 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 38% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,492 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,594.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to South Africa?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to South Africa from San Francisco average $1,488. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,488, as users have found deals to South Africa from as low as $1,057. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to South Africa from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to South Africa (SFO - ZA)?

When flying from San Francisco to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between San Francisco and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Cathay Pacific flights we've detected traveling from San Francisco to South Africa. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Sat 5/1112:15 amSFO - JNB
1 stop46h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/2111:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$1,417
Sat 5/181:15 amSFO - CPT
2 stops48h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 6/121:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops42h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$4,129
Sat 5/181:15 amSFO - CPT
2 stops48h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops42h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$4,275

Cheap RwandAir flights from San Francisco to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by RwandAir for the route between San Francisco and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available RwandAir flights departing from San Francisco and landing in South Africa. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 5/224:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops49h 10mRwandAir
Wed 6/54:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$1,434
Fri 7/54:10 pmSFO - JNB
3 stops37h 50mRwandAir
Wed 7/174:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$1,447
Tue 5/144:10 pmSFO - JNB
3 stops61h 50mRwandAir
Fri 5/243:10 amJNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$6,723

Cheap San Francisco to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 5/121:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/1911:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/8$1,100
Sun 5/121:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/2111:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$1,127
Sat 5/1112:15 amSFO - JNB
1 stop46h 25mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/1911:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/8$1,227
Wed 5/224:10 pmSFO - JNB
3 stops37h 50mRwandAir
Wed 6/54:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$1,334
Sat 5/1112:15 amSFO - JNB
1 stop46h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/2111:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$1,417
Wed 5/224:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops49h 10mRwandAir
Wed 6/54:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$1,434
Wed 5/228:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 30mAir France
Wed 6/56:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAir France
Deal found 5/7$1,452
Wed 5/224:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops49h 10mRwandAir
Wed 6/54:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/8$1,458
Wed 5/223:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mAir France
Wed 6/56:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 08mAir France
Deal found 5/7$1,462

San Francisco to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to South Africa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 10/89:00 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops55h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 10/222:30 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops33h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,077
Wed 10/210:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops51h 10mKenya Airways
Fri 10/1812:10 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,089
Sun 5/121:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/1911:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/8$1,100
Mon 10/79:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops51h 45mKenya Airways
Wed 10/165:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,115
Sun 11/176:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/25:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,120
Sun 5/121:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/2111:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$1,127
Thu 10/319:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops42h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 11/1212:10 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops37h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,155
Mon 10/79:00 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops55h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/212:30 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops41h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,162
Mon 11/47:50 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/185:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,165

San Francisco to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to South Africa should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Sat 5/181:15 amSFO - CPT
2 stops48h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/112:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$4,108
Sat 5/181:15 amSFO - CPT
2 stops48h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/131:50 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$4,127
Sat 5/181:15 amSFO - CPT
2 stops48h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 6/121:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops42h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$4,129
Sat 5/181:15 amSFO - CPT
2 stops48h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops42h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$4,275
Tue 5/142:25 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops34h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 5/257:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$6,369
Tue 5/144:10 pmSFO - JNB
3 stops61h 50mRwandAir
Fri 5/243:10 amJNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$6,723
Tue 5/1410:35 amSFO - JNB
2 stops37h 05mDelta
Sat 5/256:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/7$6,761
Mon 5/1312:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Sat 5/256:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/7$6,767
Tue 5/147:20 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Sat 5/257:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$6,899

One-way flights to South Africa from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to South Africa, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to South Africa instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 5/244:10 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops38h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$820
Sun 6/162:42 pmSFO - JNB
3 stops55h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$829
Thu 5/306:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$836
Thu 5/164:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops49h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$840
Thu 5/234:10 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops62h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$843
Thu 5/302:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$870
Fri 7/264:10 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops38h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/7$881
Thu 5/162:45 pmSFO - JNB
3 stops55h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$884
Tue 6/117:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Deal found 5/7$891

Find flights from San Francisco to South Africa within your budget

Customize 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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$1,077 - $1,417

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/8

3 stops55h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/22

3 stops33h 40m

$1,077

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 10/7

3 stops55h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/21

3 stops41h 42m

$1,162

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 11/4

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/18

1 stop27h 50m

$1,165

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

2 stops33h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/10

2 stops33h 45m

$1,369

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 11/4

1 stop40h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/18

1 stop34h 15m

$1,373

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sun 8/25

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/3

1 stop23h 39m

$1,381

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/8

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/22

1 stop27h 55m

$1,400

San FranciscoCape Town Intl

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Fri 8/23

2 stops36h 47m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/9

1 stop31h 30m

$1,410

San FranciscoJohannesburg OR Tambo

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 5/11

1 stop46h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/21

1 stop33h 05m

$1,417

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Deals found on 5/7

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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 May 8, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, RwandAir and Air France from San Francisco to South Africa have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.8
Good
2,013 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.8
Good
1,095 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South Africa?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to South Africa.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to South Africa for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to South Africa for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $1,077, but on average you can expect to pay $1,264.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to South Africa for under $4,200?

    There are currently 16+ open flights from San Francisco to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $4,200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to South Africa one-way?

    $820 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from RwandAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and SWISS, with prices starting from $836 and $891, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to South Africa?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to South Africa?

  • What does SFO to JNB mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to South Africa

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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$881Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$954Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,036Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IberiaCheapest$1,100Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest$1,147Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,206Average$1,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest$1,227Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$1,228Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,249Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,262Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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