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$855+ Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco (SFO)

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JNB — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco

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Round-trip from

$927
(SWISS)

One-way from

$855
(SmartFares)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$956
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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 February 20, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/68:25 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop30h 00mSWISS
Wed 3/196:25 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 00mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$927
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/67:40 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops38h 34mDelta
Wed 3/195:40 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops30h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/20$941
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/287:45 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops28h 10mAir France
Tue 12/303:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 30mAir France
Deal found 2/20$1,043
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/286:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 8/109:20 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/20$1,060
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/97:25 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 7/74:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,129
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/151:15 amJNB - SFO
2 stops46h 21mKenya Airways
Thu 4/249:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops42h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,215
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/281:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop28h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 12/309:40 amSFO - JNB
1 stop34h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,219
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/161:25 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 35mEmirates
Thu 4/245:05 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop38h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$1,237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 6/97:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/612:20 amSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,266
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 4/2411:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 15mKLM
Tue 6/310:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 20mKLM
Deal found 2/20$1,273
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/217:35 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1210:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,345
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/203:10 amJNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Mon 5/124:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops37h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 2/20$1,489

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/6

8:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

6:25 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 00m

$927

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/6

7:40 pm-12:14 am

2 stops38h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

5:40 pm-9:25 am

2 stops30h 45m

$941

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/28

6:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

9:20 pm-10:15 am

1 stop27h 55m

$1,060

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/9

7:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop31h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

4:35 pm-9:25 am

1 stop31h 50m

$1,129

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/15

1:15 am-2:36 pm

2 stops46h 21m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

9:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops42h 15m

$1,215

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/16

1:25 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

5:05 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$1,237

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/9

7:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

12:20 am-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,266

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/24

11:15 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops32h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

10:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$1,273

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/21

6:50 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops29h 18m

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

8:25 pm-8:30 am

1 stop27h 05m

$1,343

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/21

7:35 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops35h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

10:40 am-8:35 am

2 stops36h 55m

$1,345

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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 $403). 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 February 20, 2025.

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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta 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
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $855. Turkish Airlines flights start at $869 while deals on Kenya Airways start at $898 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco, Cape Town Intl - 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 $403). 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$888Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$928Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$996Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,069Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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