Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco from R10 512

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:30 - 14:15JNB-SFO
26h 45m1 stop
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7:25 - 19:40SFO-JNB
27h 15m1 stop
R16 422Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 16:40JNB-SFO
31h 45m1 stop
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19:50 - 10:50SFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
R16 977Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27
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19:35 - 16:35JNB-SFO
30h 00m1 stop
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0:43 - 18:35SFO-JNB
32h 52m2 stops
R17 246
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Mon, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 26
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:30 - 20:28JNB-SFO
32h 58m2 stops
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13:37 - 19:40SFO-JNB
21h 03m1 stop
R17 281Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 16:45JNB-SFO
31h 35m1 stop
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18:50 - 10:50SFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
R17 819Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 15:00JNB-SFO
29h 25m1 stop
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17:30 - 7:35SFO-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
R18 481British Airways
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Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 30
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19:35 - 15:00JNB-SFO
29h 25m1 stop
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20:40 - 7:35SFO-JNB
24h 55m1 stop
R18 535British Airways
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Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 30
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19:45 - 17:42JNB-SFO
31h 57m2 stops
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18:25 - 18:35SFO-JNB
38h 10m2 stops
R18 893United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
21:20 - 13:54JNB-SFO
25h 34m1 stop
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8:35 - 17:45SFO-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
R19 251United Airlines
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18:50 - 17:47JNB-SFO
31h 57m2 stops
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15:45 - 8:50SFO-JNB
32h 05m2 stops
R21 167Air France
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British Airways flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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British Airways
Nov 28
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 25m
1 stop
SFO15:00San Francisco
Dec 30
SFO17:30San Francisco
28h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 481
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British Airways
Nov 28
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 25m
1 stop
SFO15:00San Francisco
Dec 30
SFO20:40San Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Nov 28
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 25m
1 stop
SFO15:00San Francisco
Dec 30
SFO17:30San Francisco
30h 55m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 553
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Aug 12
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
53h 45m
2 stops
SFO13:35San Francisco
Aug 15
SFO15:55San Francisco
37h 25m
2 stops
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
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RwandAir
Aug 11
JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 25m
2 stops
SFO13:35San Francisco
Aug 15
SFO15:55San Francisco
37h 25m
2 stops
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
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RwandAir
Aug 5
JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 25m
2 stops
SFO13:35San Francisco
Aug 17
SFO15:55San Francisco
49h 25m
2 stops
JNB2:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 31 July 2025.
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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

20:30-14:15

1 stop26h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 25/9

7:25-19:40

1 stop27h 15m

R16 422

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

17:55-16:40

1 stop31h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 27/10

19:50-10:50

1 stop30h 00m

R16 977

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

19:35-16:35

1 stop30h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 26/10

0:43-18:35

2 stops32h 52m

R17 246

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

20:30-20:28

2 stops32h 58m

San Francisco

Thu 25/9

13:37-19:40

1 stop21h 03m

R17 281

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

19:10-16:45

1 stop31h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

18:50-10:50

1 stop30h 00m

R17 819

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

19:35-15:00

1 stop29h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

17:30-7:35

1 stop28h 05m

R18 481

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

19:35-15:00

1 stop29h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

20:40-7:35

1 stop24h 55m

R18 535

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

19:45-17:42

2 stops31h 57m

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

18:25-18:35

2 stops38h 10m

R18 893

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

21:20-13:54

1 stop25h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 27/8

8:35-17:45

2 stops24h 10m

R19 251

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

18:50-17:47

2 stops31h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 27/8

15:45-8:50

2 stops32h 05m

R21 167

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re not able to fly to San Francisco in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to San Francisco during March average around R17 640.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to San Francisco is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R17 942. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R20 348.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Johannesburg to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as R17 125. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are R23 453 on average. Flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R19 105 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 R17 747 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to San Francisco flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Best price found

R10 512

Fastest flight time

23h 15m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R10 512. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 422.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco takes 23h 15m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - San Francisco Airport.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is Johannesburg to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 16951,1 km away from Johannesburg. 23h 15m 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.

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  • 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
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SWISSPriceFrom R14 730Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 686 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R16 321Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 896 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R16 538Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 928 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R16 636Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 465 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 684Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 383 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R17 105Free CancellationRating
8,0
7 980 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R17 251Free CancellationRating
7,4
655 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R17 968Free CancellationRating
6,6
7 217 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R18 357Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 338 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R18 867Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 607 reviews
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