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

Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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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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18:00 - 12:50

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Apr 23

SFO19:30San Francisco

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JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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SFO14:59San Francisco

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SFO19:30San Francisco

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JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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SFO19:04San Francisco

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Apr 23

SFO12:55San Francisco

36h 35m

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JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R16 523

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SFO18:50San Francisco

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JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

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SFO17:45San Francisco

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SFO13:10San Francisco

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JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 35m

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SFO17:45San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, May 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 R17 519. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around R17 632.

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 R21 039 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 R17 246 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 34m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 22h 34m

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. 22h 34m 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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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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