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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from $572

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6:45 pm - 10:35 amSFO-JNB
30h 50m1 stop
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5:50 pm - 10:35 amJNB-SFO
25h 45m1 stop
$1,054Turkish Airlines
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Thu, May 15 - Thu, May 22
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3:55 pm - 10:00 amSFO-JNB
33h 05m1 stop
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1:55 pm - 1:35 pmJNB-SFO
32h 40m1 stop
$1,065Qatar Airways
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Fri, Apr 25 - Mon, May 12
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4:20 pm - 7:00 amSFO-JNB
29h 40m1 stop
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7:25 pm - 5:15 pmJNB-SFO
30h 50m1 stop
$1,177British Airways
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Sun, May 11 - Thu, May 22
United Airlines Logo
12:43 am - 5:45 pmSFO-JNB
32h 02m2 stops
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7:00 pm - 12:40 pmJNB-SFO
26h 40m1 stop
$1,242United Airlines
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Thu, Apr 24 - Mon, May 12
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:45 pmSFO-JNB
24h 45m2 stops
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7:00 pm - 7:43 pmJNB-SFO
33h 43m2 stops
$1,246United Airlines
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Fri, Apr 25 - Mon, May 12
American Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 7:00 amSFO-JNB
29h 40m1 stop
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9:15 pm - 1:50 pmJNB-SFO
25h 35m1 stop
$1,257American Airlines
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Wed, May 21 - Mon, Jun 2
British Airways Logo
4:35 pm - 9:25 amSFO-JNB
31h 50m1 stop
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9:15 pm - 8:58 pmJNB-SFO
32h 43m2 stops
$1,465British Airways
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Mon, Jun 2 - Thu, Jul 3
Delta Logo
12:47 am - 9:20 pmSFO-JNB
35h 33m2 stops
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6:50 pm - 6:15 pmJNB-SFO
32h 25m1 stop
$1,468Delta
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Thu, May 1 - Sun, May 18
Delta Logo
12:47 am - 9:20 pmSFO-JNB
35h 33m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 10:38 pmJNB-SFO
32h 23m2 stops
$1,478Delta
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Thu, May 1 - Sun, May 18
American Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:25 amSFO-JNB
31h 50m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 5:25 pmJNB-SFO
29h 10m1 stop
$1,482American Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 16

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
May 15
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 22
JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
Turkish Airlines
May 4
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 16
JNB5:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m
1 stop
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
Turkish Airlines
May 12
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 16
JNB5:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m
1 stop
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Apr 25
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
33h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 12
JNB1:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Apr 21
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
33h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 30
JNB8:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
38h 25m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Apr 14
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
27h 05m
1 stop
JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 10
JNB1:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from San Francisco is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,197, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,271.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,398. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Thursday is $1,673.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,430. Flying to Johannesburg in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the morning when prices are around $1,720.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from San Francisco when booking 18 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,437 when searching 18 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from San Francisco for as low as $1,290 on momondo.

Cheap San Francisco to Johannesburg flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$572

Fastest flight time

22h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Johannesburg

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $572. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,054.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 22h 35m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
There is 1 airport near Johannesburg: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

  • How far is San Francisco to Johannesburg by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Johannesburg is 10532.9 mi. Typically, this will take 22h 35m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
6.8
263 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $963Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,750 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,034Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,540 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,078Free CancellationRating
7.5
841 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,078Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,213Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,717 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,272Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,323 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,284Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,616 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $1,285Free CancellationRating
7.4
637 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $1,314Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,427 reviews
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