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Cheap flights to San Francisco from R15 572

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 16/8. 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.
CMH — SFO
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
Fri 10/5
Fri 17/5

Flights to San Francisco in 2024

Find the latest flights to San Francisco in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches and data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 236

Return from

R17 236

One-way from

R15 572
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Johannesburg to San Francisco
One-way flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco (SFO)

Cheap flights to San Francisco in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to San Francisco in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches and data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to San Francisco in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Sat 18/58:00SFO - JNB
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/5R16 367
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Sat 18/57:10SFO - JNB
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/5R16 441
Sun 5/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops53h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/522:10SFO - JNB
2 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R17 033
Wed 15/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 13mKLM
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mKLM
Deal found 4/5R17 236
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R17 958
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Tue 4/60:40SFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/5R18 476
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 01mDelta
Tue 4/60:40SFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/5R18 586
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/613:50SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R18 956
Thu 13/619:00JNB - SFO
2 stops45h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/76:30SFO - JNB
2 stops41h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R19 752

San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for San Francisco in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches and data were last updated on 5 May 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to San Francisco in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Sat 18/58:00SFO - JNB
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/5R16 367
Sun 5/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Sat 18/57:10SFO - JNB
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/5R16 441
Sun 5/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops53h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/522:10SFO - JNB
2 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R17 033
Wed 15/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 13mKLM
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mKLM
Deal found 4/5R17 236
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R17 958
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Tue 4/60:40SFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/5R18 476
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 01mDelta
Tue 4/60:40SFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/5R18 586
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/613:50SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R18 956
Thu 13/619:00JNB - SFO
2 stops45h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/76:30SFO - JNB
2 stops41h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5R19 752

Flights to San Francisco departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to San Francisco, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches and data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
Browse through available last-minute flights travelling to San Francisco. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Tue 14/53:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Wed 5/616:10SFO - JNB
2 stops36h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/5R28 129

One-way flights to San Francisco

Explore one-way flight options to San Francisco for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 549 090 searches and data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to San Francisco, check out these fares. Users seeking round-trip flights to San Francisco should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Fri 16/821:05JNB - SFO
2 stops34h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/5R15 572
Fri 16/819:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/5R16 830
Thu 15/83:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/5R18 291
Fri 16/823:00JNB - SFO
3 stops34h 51mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R28 092
Wed 17/716:50JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 4/5R37 099
Tue 16/73:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/5R38 967
Thu 13/69:55JNB - SFO
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R40 187
Fri 14/617:00JNB - SFO
2 stops50h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R41 630
Fri 14/617:00JNB - SFO
3 stops57h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R42 240

Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to San Francisco is currently R30 990 while a return flight costs R23 553. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to San Francisco (average of R849). Flying to San Francisco in July will prove the most costly (average of R1 203). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R16 959

February

R15 701

March

R16 830

April

R18 013

May

R17 014

June

R17 366

July

R22 248

August

R20 565

September

R16 330

October

R16 127

November

R16 182

December

R17 440

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

SFO

Temperature

11 - 17 °C

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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to San Francisco should consider flying on Monday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 5 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and United Airlines to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 465 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently flew to Singapore on flight 21 April 28, 2024. From the time I was greeted at the aircraft door your cabin crew was warm welcoming, smiling and dressed sharped in their uniforms. I've flown around the world and this was my first time on singapore airline. Jason was very attentive to all of my needs. Kelly did made sure my food was correct and it was served at perfect temperature. Mohan check made sure i stayed hydrated they did a beautiful dinner service and lunch service. Everytime I went to the bathroom Ploy had my favorite drink ready. Even though I was in premium economy they gave us first class treatment. I truly enjoyed everything from start to finish on my flight. Even though this is the longest flight in the world I was thankful for the comfort your crew provided me in this journey. Having this amazing crew will surely bring me back on your airline for my vacation travel to Asia. Please give them a special thanks from me. These are memories I will cherish.

8,3
Very Good
1 465 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 465 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently flew to Singapore on flight 21 April 28, 2024. From the time I was greeted at the aircraft door your cabin crew was warm welcoming, smiling and dressed sharped in their uniforms. I've flown around the world and this was my first time on singapore airline. Jason was very attentive to all of my needs. Kelly did made sure my food was correct and it was served at perfect temperature. Mohan check made sure i stayed hydrated they did a beautiful dinner service and lunch service. Everytime I went to the bathroom Ploy had my favorite drink ready. Even though I was in premium economy they gave us first class treatment. I truly enjoyed everything from start to finish on my flight. Even though this is the longest flight in the world I was thankful for the comfort your crew provided me in this journey. Having this amazing crew will surely bring me back on your airline for my vacation travel to Asia. Please give them a special thanks from me. These are memories I will cherish.

8,1
Very Good
4 001 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 465 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently flew to Singapore on flight 21 April 28, 2024. From the time I was greeted at the aircraft door your cabin crew was warm welcoming, smiling and dressed sharped in their uniforms. I've flown around the world and this was my first time on singapore airline. Jason was very attentive to all of my needs. Kelly did made sure my food was correct and it was served at perfect temperature. Mohan check made sure i stayed hydrated they did a beautiful dinner service and lunch service. Everytime I went to the bathroom Ploy had my favorite drink ready. Even though I was in premium economy they gave us first class treatment. I truly enjoyed everything from start to finish on my flight. Even though this is the longest flight in the world I was thankful for the comfort your crew provided me in this journey. Having this amazing crew will surely bring me back on your airline for my vacation travel to Asia. Please give them a special thanks from me. These are memories I will cherish.

8,1
Very Good
10 826 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 465 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently flew to Singapore on flight 21 April 28, 2024. From the time I was greeted at the aircraft door your cabin crew was warm welcoming, smiling and dressed sharped in their uniforms. I've flown around the world and this was my first time on singapore airline. Jason was very attentive to all of my needs. Kelly did made sure my food was correct and it was served at perfect temperature. Mohan check made sure i stayed hydrated they did a beautiful dinner service and lunch service. Everytime I went to the bathroom Ploy had my favorite drink ready. Even though I was in premium economy they gave us first class treatment. I truly enjoyed everything from start to finish on my flight. Even though this is the longest flight in the world I was thankful for the comfort your crew provided me in this journey. Having this amazing crew will surely bring me back on your airline for my vacation travel to Asia. Please give them a special thanks from me. These are memories I will cherish.

7,9
Good
1 603 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 465 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently flew to Singapore on flight 21 April 28, 2024. From the time I was greeted at the aircraft door your cabin crew was warm welcoming, smiling and dressed sharped in their uniforms. I've flown around the world and this was my first time on singapore airline. Jason was very attentive to all of my needs. Kelly did made sure my food was correct and it was served at perfect temperature. Mohan check made sure i stayed hydrated they did a beautiful dinner service and lunch service. Everytime I went to the bathroom Ploy had my favorite drink ready. Even though I was in premium economy they gave us first class treatment. I truly enjoyed everything from start to finish on my flight. Even though this is the longest flight in the world I was thankful for the comfort your crew provided me in this journey. Having this amazing crew will surely bring me back on your airline for my vacation travel to Asia. Please give them a special thanks from me. These are memories I will cherish.

7,8
Good
2 015 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 465 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently flew to Singapore on flight 21 April 28, 2024. From the time I was greeted at the aircraft door your cabin crew was warm welcoming, smiling and dressed sharped in their uniforms. I've flown around the world and this was my first time on singapore airline. Jason was very attentive to all of my needs. Kelly did made sure my food was correct and it was served at perfect temperature. Mohan check made sure i stayed hydrated they did a beautiful dinner service and lunch service. Everytime I went to the bathroom Ploy had my favorite drink ready. Even though I was in premium economy they gave us first class treatment. I truly enjoyed everything from start to finish on my flight. Even though this is the longest flight in the world I was thankful for the comfort your crew provided me in this journey. Having this amazing crew will surely bring me back on your airline for my vacation travel to Asia. Please give them a special thanks from me. These are memories I will cherish.

San Francisco sits on a peninsula, surrounded by San Francisco Bay on the east side and the Pacific Ocean on the west, a compact city composed of several distinct neighbourhoods. Millions of travellers take cheap flights to San Francisco each year to see its iconic landmarks – the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Haight-Ashbury, Alcatraz – ride a cable car along California Street or saunter through the colourful Chinatowns (there are two).

North Beach is one of San Francisco’s best-loved neighbourhoods. Famous for its cafe culture, it has everything that has made the city famous – cable cars, corkscrew-like streets and bohemian bars.

Pacific Heights boasts those elegant mansions and Nob Hill and Russian Hill are ritzy. The Castro is renowned worldwide as a gay hotspot. Chinatown is a riot of colours, sights, sounds and mouthwatering food.

Haight-Ashbury may no longer be the hippie culture capital, but it has kept its laidback vibe even if its stores are more high-end than tie-dyed.

San Francisco climate

San Francisco has a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters, but, as it’s surrounded by water on three sides, it’s cooler than you’d expect a Californian city to be. Average summer temps are 21 degrees Celsius and the winter temps hover about the 15-degree mark. March-May is spring; June through August summer; September to November autumn (San Francisco gets a wonderful late burst of sun) and December to February is winter when most rain falls.

Getting around San Francisco

San Francisco has its share of hills, but the best way to see it is to walk it.

Driving around San Francisco can be a frustrating business and parking spaces seem to be in extremely high demand too. Public transport is fantastic. San Francisco Municipal Railway (Muni) extends across most of the tourist areas. BART is the regional metro and Caltrain offers fast commuter rail service.

The historic street cars and cable cars are a tourist must-do. Cable cars go to the most popular tourist destinations. The city bus system (Muni) is comprehensive but avoid rush-hours when the buses are packed.

If you’re bound for Fisherman’s Wharf, the Ferry Building or Union Square, take the “F” Line Trolley. It runs on Market Street and The Embarcadero from the Castro district to Fisherman’s Wharf.

Renting a bike is a wonderful way to see San Francisco. Bike rentals start about $20 per day.

What is good to know if travelling to San Francisco?

  • The Ferry Building downtown (along the Embarcadero at the foot of Market Street) offers better – and cheaper – food and fewer tourists than Fisherman’s Wharf. 
  • Shopping is great in San Francisco. If you’re considering taking cheap flights to San Francisco in the summer time it for late June/early July. This is when the big stores discount their stock. Marshall’s (901 Market Street) is fantastic for heavily discounted designer stock. 
  • Alcatraz was the feared prison that stands, on a rock, in the middle of the Bay. Al Capone and “Birdman” Robert Stroud were residents among many, many hardened crims between 1934 and 1963. Now Alcatraz is a haven of flora and fauna and thousands and thousands of sea birds. The Alcatraz Cellhouse Audio Tour will give you an insight into what life was like for the inmates. The voices you’ll hear are those of former inmates and their jailers. 
  • A must-visit: the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (MOMA). Its collection is made up of more than 26,000 artworks, photographs and design objects.
  • When is the best time to fly to San Francisco?

    Peak Season:  Most travellers jet in on their cheap flights to San Francisco during the summer months. Summer days can be chilly and foggy however. Thank the city’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean for the fog.  Off Season:  December to February is the “rainy season” when you can expect light rain showers, torrential downpours and everything in between.  Shoulder Season:  April, September-November. are shoulder season months.

  • What does SFO mean?

    Great question - SFO just means San Francisco Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco?

    Travellers will need to book flights to San Francisco (SFO) if they wish to fly to San Francisco. The San Francisco airport is 19,0 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to San Francisco if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San Francisco on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to San Francisco?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San Francisco.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San Francisco?

    San Francisco Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San Francisco. One-way flights to San Francisco Airport typically cost R612, while return flights cost around R7 482.

  • How much is a return flight to San Francisco?

    A return flight to San Francisco will typically cost around R405, however they can be found for as little as R405.

  • Where does the fastest flight to San Francisco depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to San Francisco, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does San Francisco Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at San Francisco Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San Francisco Airport?

    Yes. San Francisco Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Grand Hyatt At Sfo is the closest property to San Francisco Airport (1,6 km away from San Francisco Airport).

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