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18:45 - 10:35SFO-JNB
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17:50 - 16:40JNB-SFO
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17:55 - 10:35JNB-SFO
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18:45 - 10:35SFO-JNB
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17:55 - 10:35JNB-SFO
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0:05 - 7:40SFO-JNB
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11:20 - 11:30JNB-SFO
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21:00 - 15:50SFO-JNB
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14:45 - 9:45SFO-JNB
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11:21 - 9:35SFO-JNB
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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Turkish Airlines
Sept 8
SFO18:45San Francisco
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 23
JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m
1 stop
SFO16:40San Francisco
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Aug 26
SFO18:45San Francisco
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 5
JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m
1 stop
SFO10:35San Francisco
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Aug 7
SFO18:45San Francisco
30h 50m
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JNB10:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 22
JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m
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SFO10:35San Francisco
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Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Cathay Pacific
Aug 19
SFO0:05San Francisco
46h 35m
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JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 9
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 10m
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SFO11:30San Francisco
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Aug 24
SFO1:05San Francisco
45h 35m
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JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 6
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 35m
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Oct 29
SFO0:35San Francisco
46h 05m
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JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 16
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m
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SFO9:45San Francisco
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, March 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 R20 239. The month of May is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around R21 504.

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 R23 792. 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 R35 560.

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 R25 435. 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 R29 235.

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 R24 205 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 R23 050 on momondo.

Cheap San Francisco to Johannesburg flight deals and tips

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Best price found

R10 717

Fastest flight time

24h 50m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Johannesburg

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is R10 717. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 867.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 24h 50m
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?

    San Francisco and Johannesburg are 16951,1 km apart from one another. 24h 50m 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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