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$643+ Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco (SFO)

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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
nov. 26 — dic. 31
mar. 11/26
mar. 12/3
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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 noviembre 21, 2024.

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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 noviembre 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/2411:59 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 15mDelta
dom. 1/129:30 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop35h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/20$930
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2311:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 55mKLM
dom. 1/197:05 amSFO - JNB
2 stops28h 55mKLM
Deal found 11/20$987
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
jue. 12/511:55 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
mié. 2/53:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$988
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/57:40 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 30mAir France
mié. 1/153:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop31h 50mAir France
Deal found 11/20$991
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/57:25 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
jue. 1/168:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,006
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/57:40 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 30mDelta
jue. 1/166:10 amSFO - JNB
2 stops29h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/20$1,038
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/76:40 pmDUR - SFO
2 stops58h 05mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/287:25 pmSFO - DUR
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,040
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
vie. 12/68:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops30h 24mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/128:55 amSFO - CPT
2 stops46h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,154
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
lun. 12/238:05 amCPT - SFO
2 stops39h 05mKLM
dom. 1/127:00 amSFO - CPT
2 stops28h 30mKLM
Deal found 11/20$1,187
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
mié. 12/41:15 amJNB - SFO
2 stops45h 29mKenya Airways
jue. 2/64:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops46h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
mar. 12/1710:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 43mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/1111:59 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,254
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
vie. 12/62:30 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/1210:55 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,320

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.

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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

mar. 12/24

11:59 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops31h 15m

San Francisco

dom. 1/12

9:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 30m

$930

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/23

11:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 55m

San Francisco

dom. 1/19

7:05 am-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$987

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 12/5

11:55 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops33h 05m

San Francisco

mié. 1/15

3:25 pm-9:15 am

1 stop31h 50m

$988

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 12/5

7:40 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

mié. 1/15

3:25 pm-9:15 am

1 stop31h 50m

$991

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 12/5

7:25 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 35m

San Francisco

jue. 1/16

8:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop27h 30m

$1,006

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

mié. 1/22

11:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

mié. 2/26

8:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 05m

$1,026

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 12/5

7:40 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

jue. 1/16

6:10 am-10:00 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,038

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

sáb. 12/7

6:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops58h 05m

San Francisco

mar. 1/28

7:25 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops33h 25m

$1,040

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

dom. 2/16

6:30 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop28h 05m

San Francisco

dom. 2/23

8:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 05m

$1,047

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

vie. 3/14

5:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

vie. 3/21

2:10 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop36h 50m

$1,093

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco

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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 noviembre 21, 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 noviembre 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and Air France 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $643. Singapore Airlines flights start at $719 while deals on KLM start at $837 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to San Francisco are Cape Town Intl - San Francisco, Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco and Durban King Shaka Intl - 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$895Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$993Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$996Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,062Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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