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R9 816 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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 OR Tambo departing on 31/3. 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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Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg (SFO-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return 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.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to OR Tambo.
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19:50 - 10:50SFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
17:50 - 10:35JNB-SFO
25h 45m1 stop
R16 995Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Mar 25 - Tue, Apr 29
19:50 - 10:50SFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
17:55 - 16:40JNB-SFO
31h 45m1 stop
R18 259Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 30
15:55 - 4:00SFO-JNB
27h 05m1 stop
13:55 - 13:35JNB-SFO
32h 40m1 stop
R19 028Qatar Airways
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Wed, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 30
15:55 - 16:10SFO-JNB
39h 15m1 stop
13:55 - 13:35JNB-SFO
32h 40m1 stop
R19 065Qatar Airways
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Wed, Apr 30 - Sun, May 4
22:50 - 0:15SFO-JNB
40h 25m2 stops
17:00 - 14:36JNB-SFO
30h 36m2 stops
R19 889
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Tue, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 15
16:00 - 0:15SFO-JNB
47h 15m2 stops
1:15 - 18:43JNB-SFO
50h 28m2 stops
R20 036Kenya Airways
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Wed, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 29
1:05 - 7:40SFO-JNB
45h 35m1 stop
11:20 - 22:40JNB-SFO
44h 20m1 stop
R20 109Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 20
22:50 - 15:50SFO-JNB
32h 00m2 stops
1:15 - 14:36JNB-SFO
46h 21m2 stops
R20 274Kenya Airways
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Tue, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 14
23:15 - 16:10SFO-JNB
31h 55m2 stops
13:55 - 13:35JNB-SFO
32h 40m1 stop
R20 841
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Sun, Apr 27 - Sun, May 4
0:20 - 7:40SFO-JNB
46h 20m1 stop
11:20 - 17:30JNB-SFO
39h 10m1 stop
R21 006Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Apr 29 - Sun, May 4

Flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Francisco, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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 March, where tickets cost R21 922 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R31 445 and R30 749 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 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.
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February

High season

June

Cheapest flight

R9 816
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg

When to book flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was R536 for a one-way ticket and R928 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to 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 Johannesburg.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to 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 Johannesburg from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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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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Top airline flying from San Francisco to OR Tambo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to OR Tambo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3756 reviews
7,3Boarding
7,3Comfort
7,3Food
7,7Crew
7,4Entertainment
Airline reviews

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

2,0 MediocreEmily, Feb 2025IST - CPT
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Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

A great airline, no complaints at all. My experience with Cheap Tickets was very disappointing however. Two hours after purchasing the flight they called to tell me that the ticket price had gone up. I’ve never heard of such a thing. That is called false advertising; I will never use this ticketing service again and will warn all friends to never use it.

One of the worst check in process at the DIA as well as the boarding counter Changed seat at the last minute and assigned middle seat while I paid for window seat. Requested many times but to no avail . horrible customer service and very poor process Requesting refund for seat that was changed last minute

Good overall flight. Excellent crew. Food options could be improved.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

Flight was delayed then we had to redirect for medical emergency during which time we had no information on what is the plan. The connecting flight was also delayed.

Very good except the boarding process too forever and wasn’t organized by group. I had a heavy pack or I wouldn’t have minded. I was in business. There were no audible announcements in the waiting area about boarding and everyone packed into the boarding area. Then boarding stopped for a long time but the staff made no announcements to update waiting passengers about the holdup. The flight was good after we got on.

Professional & courteous cabin crew. Food was very good even in economy class

7 stars hospitality and an excellent service by the Turkish Airline entire team. Somehow, our membership numbers for mileage points were not indicated on our boarding passes issued at O’Hare Airport by the Turkish Airlines check in desk. During transit in Istanbul, I brought to attention of customer service Turkish Airlines. Please have our mileage points posted to our membership account from O’Hare Chicago to Lahore for both my wife Kaukab Shirazi Thank you

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