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$579+ Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco (SFO)

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JNB — SFO
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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$908
(SWISS)

One-way from

$579
(Mytrip)
From South Africa to San Francisco
One-way flight from South Africa to San Francisco

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2310:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops45h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/196:38 amSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$915
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop28h 44mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/97:00 amSFO - CPT
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$918
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Mon 12/237:40 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 38mAir France
Sun 1/193:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 00mAir France
Deal found 12/19$971
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Mon 12/2311:55 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 19mKLM
Sun 1/197:10 amSFO - JNB
2 stops28h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/19$978
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2311:55 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/193:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$979
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/239:15 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 1/195:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/18$999
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Thu 12/2610:00 amCPT - SFO
1 stop38h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 1/94:40 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop29h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/18$1,065
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Thu 12/263:20 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 50mAir France
Thu 1/91:50 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops30h 40mAir France
Deal found 12/18$1,330
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Mon 12/237:30 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 1/54:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/19$1,450
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/221:40 amJNB - SFO
2 stops50h 56mKenya Airways
Sun 1/194:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops46h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,723
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Sun 12/2910:10 amJNB - SFO
1 stop42h 35mLufthansa
Sun 1/198:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 12/19$1,739
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/262:25 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops38h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/910:50 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops52h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,911

Find flights from South Africa to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

11:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

7:25 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop40h 10m

$908

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

8:50 pm-3:42 pm

1 stop28h 52m

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

11:59 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops54h 11m

$915

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/1

5:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

12:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop37h 00m

$924

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

7:35 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops33h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

11:59 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$933

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

8:05 am-5:33 pm

2 stops43h 28m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

7:30 am-6:30 am

2 stops37h 00m

$945

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/24

6:50 pm-7:24 pm

2 stops33h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 6/16

7:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$951

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/1

6:55 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

9:00 pm-10:00 am

2 stops28h 00m

$998

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/18

7:25 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

5:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop28h 00m

$1,048

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/24

6:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 6/16

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,057

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/31

1:15 am-12:36 pm

2 stops44h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

9:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops42h 15m

$1,107

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South Africa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, British Airways and Kenya Airways from South Africa to San Francisco. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from South Africa?

    For a flight from South Africa to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $579. Turkish Airlines flights start at $686 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $815 one-way.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco 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 South Africa to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South Africa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from South Africa to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$895Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$993Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$996Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,069Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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