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$712 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg - Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg departing on 9/28. 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.
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,153
Typical prices: $1,169-$1,638
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Tue 10/6Tue 10/20
SFO - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$712
Typical prices: $820-$1,037
Condor
Mon 9/28
SFO - JNB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Johannesburg. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,967 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 22h 12m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg (SFO-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:29 pm - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 46m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 1:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,153Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:45 pm - 3:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 3:11 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
32h 11m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,160Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:49 pm - 3:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 01m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 pm - 7:32 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
40h 27m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,178Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 19
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10:30 pm - 3:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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1:15 am - 1:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
44h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,191Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:00 pm - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:50 pm - 12:40 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 50m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,256Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:00 pm - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:50 pm - 12:40 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 50m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,256Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:35 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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6:50 pm - 4:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$1,366Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:45 pm - 10:30 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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12:20 am - 5:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,366Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13
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4:40 pm - 5:30 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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10:05 am - 2:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
36h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,447Emirates
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:05 pm - 5:30 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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1:25 pm - 12:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
33h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,463Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco usually cost between $1,283 and $1,691 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,153 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 6-Oct 20).

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost $1,088 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,861 and $1,849 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 48% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$712
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

When to book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • How can I get to SFO from the Financial District?

    There are various ways you can get from downtown San Francisco to SFO. You can use the cheapest way, which involves boarding the Sam Trans bus. The fastest option is using a taxi, Lyft, or Uber because they offer curbside options. You can also use BART, which takes approximately 30min to get to the airport.

  • Where can I wait for my flight departure time at SFO if it's delayed?

    You can wait for your flight at some of the lounges in SFO that offer various services. Some of the lounges are Air France,KLM, and Centurion. The Air France lounge is located at international terminal A, past security on your left turn. You can grab snacks and drinks as you wait for your flight. The lounge also offers WI-FI services, security, flight monitors, and premium food.

  • How can I access special needs assistance at JNB?

    JNB offers accessibility programs to people with special needs. If you need equipment like wheelchair assistance, you can contact the airline you are flying with 48h before your trip. The airline representative can note on your reservation form that you need special assistance, and they can make the necessary arrangements for you to be picked up when you land at JNB.

  • Are there car rental services at JNB?

    Yes. There are several companies inside JNB that offer car rental services. They include Hertz rental company located in the airport at Kempton Park. SIXT car rental is located at the Storey parking near the domestic terminal. You can also rent a vehicle online at KAYAK and pick it up when you reach Johannesburg.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was $712 for a one-way ticket and $1,153 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Francisco and on arrival in OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from San Francisco?

    Istanbul is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg, Emirates or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg are Emirates and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,510 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,362 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and JNB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • If you are willing to travel to Johannesburg with your pet, you can inquire about their pet policies with the airline you are traveling with from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If your airline allows pets, ensure you carry them in their carriers or crates as the SFO pet policy recommends.
  • You don't have to worry about where to park your vehicle at SFO when traveling for a short or extended trip. There are several on-site parking spots in all the terminals, which include short-term or long-term parking options, and you can book before your trip for convenience.
  • Traveling to Johannesburg with kids? You don't have to worry about how to coordinate them as you check in at SFO. There is a kid's play spot in terminal 3, post-security at gate 87A. Another spot in Terminal 2, near gates 54 A and B, has cool playing features for kids.
  • While on the flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), you can stream shows, music, podcasts, and movies since it's a long flight. Some airlines like Qatar allow passengers to use unlimited Wi-Fi packages once they are on board.
  • Once you arrive at JNB, you can pick up either a taxi, shuttle, train, or order a ride from Uber. The train is the fastest way to get to the city center from JNB because it takes about 15 to 20min. The train station is situated at the central terminal building inside the airport.

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