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

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

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 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 licence 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.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R21 862 to R31 113. The lowest price recently found on this route was R17 148.

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18:50 - 10:50

SFO

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

19:05 - 11:05

JNB

SFO

26h 00m1 stop

R17 148Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Feb 20

19:50 - 10:50

SFO

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

18:00 - 16:40

JNB

SFO

31h 40m1 stop

R17 249Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Apr 3

18:50 - 10:50

SFO

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

19:10 - 16:45

JNB

SFO

31h 35m1 stop

R17 466Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 19

19:50 - 10:50

SFO

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

18:00 - 16:40

JNB

SFO

31h 40m1 stop

R17 499Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Apr 3

18:50 - 10:50

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JNB

30h 00m1 stop

19:05 - 16:45

JNB

SFO

31h 40m1 stop

R17 650Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

8:35 - 18:35

SFO

JNB

24h 00m2 stops

22:00 - 15:35

JNB

SFO

27h 35m1 stop

R17 683United Airlines

Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 26

5:00 - 18:35

SFO

JNB

27h 35m2 stops

22:00 - 17:47

JNB

SFO

29h 47m2 stops

R17 750United Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

22:00 - 19:00

SFO

JNB

35h 00m1 stop

21:55 - 18:18

JNB

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30h 23m1 stop

R17 767Delta

Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 14

18:50 - 10:50

SFO

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

19:05 - 16:45

JNB

SFO

31h 40m1 stop

R17 867Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

13:45 - 21:20

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JNB

22h 35m1 stop

23:15 - 11:45

JNB

SFO

45h 30m1 stop

R17 884KLM

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12

Delta flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Delta

Feb 4

SFO22:00San Francisco

35h 00m

1 stop

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 14

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 23m

1 stop

SFO18:18San Francisco

R17 767

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Delta

Feb 4

SFO6:00San Francisco

30h 05m

2 stops

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 14

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m

1 stop

SFO12:50San Francisco

R18 385

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Delta

Feb 12

SFO22:50San Francisco

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 22

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 58m

2 stops

SFO20:57San Francisco

R18 469

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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Qatar Airways

Apr 22

SFO15:55San Francisco

31h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 9

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

53h 45m

2 stops

SFO13:35San Francisco

R18 536

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Qatar Airways

Apr 22

SFO15:55San Francisco

31h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 9

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

53h 45m

2 stops

SFO13:35San Francisco

R18 853

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Qatar Airways

Apr 22

SFO9:20San Francisco

38h 30m

2 stops

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 9

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

53h 45m

2 stops

SFO13:35San Francisco

R19 472

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R17 499

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Fri 23/1

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19:05-16:45

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R17 650

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San Francisco

Mon 12/1

8:35-18:35

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

22:00-15:35

1 stop27h 35m

R17 683

San FranciscoJohannesburg

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SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

5:00-18:35

2 stops27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

22:00-17:47

2 stops29h 47m

R17 750

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San Francisco

Wed 4/2

22:00-19:00

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

21:55-18:18

1 stop30h 23m

R17 767

San FranciscoJohannesburg

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SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

18:50-10:50

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

19:05-16:45

1 stop31h 40m

R17 867

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R17 884

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R19 171. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around R19 722.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Johannesburg is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R22 635. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R33 831.

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 R24 197. 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 evening when prices are around R27 813.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R22 370 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R20 508 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 55m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 21h 55m

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

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How far is San Francisco to Johannesburg by plane?
San Francisco and Johannesburg are 16951,1 km apart from one another. 21h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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 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 licence 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.

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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for San Francisco to Johannesburg flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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