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Cheap flights from South Africa to San Francisco from R11 650

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 766

One-way from

R11 650

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 857
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/6-7/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 35m total
  • South Africa to San Francisco
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 00m total
  • South Africa to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R45 302 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 704 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 March 2025.

Mon 9/617:55JNB - SFO
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/718:45SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/3R17 766
Sun 4/513:00CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 11/515:55SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R19 240
Mon 9/618:50JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Mon 7/711:05SFO - JNB
2 stops36h 25mDelta
Deal found 23/3R19 386
Fri 8/819:25JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 23/816:35SFO - JNB
1 stop31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/3R19 896
Fri 12/1210:55DUR - SFO
2 stops38h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 26/1217:30SFO - DUR
2 stops40h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/3R20 169
Sun 4/518:40DUR - SFO
1 stop28h 20mEmirates
Sun 11/517:05SFO - DUR
1 stop38h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/3R20 424
Sun 4/58:40CPT - SFO
2 stops41h 56mSWISS
Sun 11/519:30SFO - CPT
1 stop29h 30mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R20 879
Sun 4/514:30CPT - SFO
3 stops41h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/521:00SFO - CPT
3 stops55h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R20 915
Fri 28/1111:55DUR - SFO
2 stops34h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 30/1216:25SFO - DUR
3 stops56h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R21 498
Sun 4/518:40DUR - SFO
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/517:05SFO - DUR
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R21 734
Sun 22/616:35CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 14/718:45SFO - CPT
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/3R21 880
Thu 1/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 00mKLM
Thu 8/57:10SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 10mKLM
Deal found 22/3R21 971

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Customise 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

17:55-16:40

1 stop31h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

18:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

R17 766

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

13:00-13:35

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

15:55-10:50

1 stop33h 55m

R19 240

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

18:50-12:50

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

11:05-8:30

2 stops36h 25m

R19 386

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/8

19:25-16:20

2 stops29h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 23/8

16:35-9:25

1 stop31h 50m

R19 896

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 4/5

18:40-14:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

17:05-16:35

1 stop38h 30m

R20 424

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

8:40-17:36

2 stops41h 56m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

19:30-10:00

1 stop29h 30m

R20 879

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

14:30-23:21

3 stops41h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

21:00-13:45

3 stops55h 45m

R20 915

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 4/5

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

20:09-10:35

3 stops53h 26m

R21 734

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/6

16:35-10:35

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 14/7

18:45-11:50

1 stop32h 05m

R21 880

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

23:15-18:15

2 stops28h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 8/5

7:10-21:20

2 stops29h 10m

R21 971

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to San Francisco

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco (average of R907). Flying from South Africa to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 212). 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 23 March 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 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 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).

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 23 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to San Francisco, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 889 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 19,0 km from the centre of the city.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R11 650. Users have also found prices from R12 524 and R14 544 on Qatar Airways and RwandAir, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - San Francisco or Durban King Shaka Intl - San Francisco, Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco is the most popular route 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to San Francisco (average of R907). Flying from South Africa to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 212). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR14 973AverageR22 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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DeltaCheapestR16 114AverageR18 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 180AverageR18 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 469AverageR21 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 579AverageR18 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 589AverageR20 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 810AverageR19 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 144AverageR20 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR18 573AverageR27 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 703AverageR22 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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