Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Virgin Atlantic, Qatar Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Johannesburg according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport is 10 as of June 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R11 147 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and San Francisco?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R23 741 to R18 070. The lowest price recently found on this route was R17 972.

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18:50 - 14:40

JNB

SFO

28h 50m

2 stops

20:10 - 10:20

SFO

JNB

29h 10m

1 stop

R17 972Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 4

15:05 - 11:22

JNB

SFO

29h 17m

2 stops

8:21 - 18:35

SFO

JNB

25h 14m

2 stops

R18 070United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 31

21:15 - 18:03

JNB

SFO

29h 48m

2 stops

11:39 - 10:25

SFO

JNB

37h 46m

2 stops

R18 086British Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

21:15 - 18:03

JNB

SFO

29h 48m

2 stops

18:20 - 10:25

SFO

JNB

31h 05m

2 stops

R18 167British Airways

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27

19:35 - 15:35

JNB

SFO

30h 00m

2 stops

21:23 - 10:25

SFO

JNB

27h 02m

2 stops

R18 232British Airways

Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Jan 27

18:50 - 14:40

JNB

SFO

28h 50m

2 stops

20:10 - 10:20

SFO

JNB

29h 10m

1 stop

R18 330Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 4

18:50 - 14:40

JNB

SFO

28h 50m

2 stops

20:10 - 10:20

SFO

JNB

29h 10m

1 stop

R18 346Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 4

18:00 - 10:50

JNB

SFO

25h 50m

1 stop

19:35 - 11:00

SFO

JNB

30h 25m

1 stop

R18 362Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Oct 30

18:00 - 10:50

JNB

SFO

25h 50m

1 stop

19:35 - 11:00

SFO

JNB

30h 25m

1 stop

R18 411Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 31

18:00 - 10:50

JNB

SFO

25h 50m

1 stop

19:35 - 11:00

SFO

JNB

30h 25m

1 stop

R18 460Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29

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Air France flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Air France

Jun 29

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 36m

2 stops

SFO15:26San Francisco

Oct 13

SFO17:55San Francisco

31h 25m

2 stops

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 036

Air France

Jul 12

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

2 stops

SFO14:40San Francisco

Jul 28

SFO20:10San Francisco

29h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 588

Air France

Jul 12

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

2 stops

SFO14:40San Francisco

Jul 28

SFO20:10San Francisco

29h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 783

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Qatar Airways

Sept 6

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m

1 stop

SFO13:35San Francisco

Dec 15

SFO15:00San Francisco

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 605

Qatar Airways

Sept 6

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m

1 stop

SFO13:35San Francisco

Dec 15

SFO11:15San Francisco

30h 40m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 897

Qatar Airways

Jul 20

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 52m

2 stops

SFO17:47San Francisco

Jul 27

SFO15:55San Francisco

32h 05m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R21 417

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

18:50-14:40

2 stops28h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

20:10-10:20

1 stop29h 10m

R17 972

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

15:05-11:22

2 stops29h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 31/10

8:21-18:35

2 stops25h 14m

R18 070

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

21:15-18:03

2 stops29h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 26/10

11:39-10:25

2 stops37h 46m

R18 086

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

21:15-18:03

2 stops29h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 27/10

18:20-10:25

2 stops31h 05m

R18 167

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

19:35-15:35

2 stops30h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 27/1

21:23-10:25

2 stops27h 02m

R18 232

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

18:50-14:40

2 stops28h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

20:10-10:20

1 stop29h 10m

R18 330

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

18:50-14:40

2 stops28h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

20:10-10:20

1 stop29h 10m

R18 346

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 30/10

19:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

R18 362

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 31/10

19:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

R18 411

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 29/10

19:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

R18 460

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re not able to fly to San Francisco in March, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to San Francisco during September average around R14 170.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around R18 424 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg for as low as R15 632 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	26h 45m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco takes 26h 45m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to San Francisco.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco

How far is Johannesburg to San Francisco by plane?
San Francisco is 16950,5 km away from Johannesburg. 26h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport is 10 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 529	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 411 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 963	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 690 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R15 287	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 663 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 583	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 824 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 402 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 855	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 606 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 879	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 528 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 355	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 049 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 874	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 588 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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