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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from R10 428

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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg.
15:55 - 10:00SFO-JNB
33h 05m1 stop
13:55 - 13:35JNB-SFO
32h 40m1 stop
R18 996Qatar Airways
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Tue, Apr 29 - Sun, May 11
22:30 - 0:15SFO-JNB
40h 45m2 stops
17:00 - 14:36JNB-SFO
30h 36m2 stops
R19 798
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Tue, Apr 15 - Sat, May 3
16:00 - 15:50SFO-JNB
38h 50m2 stops
1:15 - 18:43JNB-SFO
50h 28m2 stops
R19 944Kenya Airways
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Wed, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 29
0:20 - 7:40SFO-JNB
46h 20m1 stop
11:20 - 22:15JNB-SFO
43h 55m1 stop
R20 017Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Sep 15 - Sat, Oct 25
22:30 - 0:15SFO-JNB
40h 45m2 stops
12:10 - 18:43JNB-SFO
39h 33m2 stops
R20 163Kenya Airways
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Tue, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 23
18:45 - 10:35SFO-JNB
30h 50m1 stop
17:50 - 16:40JNB-SFO
31h 50m1 stop
R20 363Turkish Airlines
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 15
18:45 - 10:35SFO-JNB
30h 50m1 stop
17:55 - 16:40JNB-SFO
31h 45m1 stop
R20 710Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 26
1:05 - 7:40SFO-JNB
45h 35m1 stop
11:20 - 17:30JNB-SFO
39h 10m1 stop
R20 928Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 26
0:08 - 17:45SFO-JNB
32h 37m2 stops
21:20 - 15:06JNB-SFO
26h 46m1 stop
R21 767United Airlines
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Tue, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 30
6:00 - 17:45SFO-JNB
26h 45m2 stops
19:00 - 21:50JNB-SFO
35h 50m2 stops
R22 715United Airlines
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Mon, May 12 - Mon, May 19

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Apr 29
SFO15:55San Francisco
33h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 11
JNB13:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m
1 stop
SFO13:35San Francisco
R18 996
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Qatar Airways
Apr 23
SFO15:55San Francisco
27h 05m
1 stop
JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 30
JNB13:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m
1 stop
SFO13:35San Francisco
R20 144
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Qatar Airways
Apr 29
SFO15:55San Francisco
33h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 11
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 52m
2 stops
SFO19:17San Francisco
R20 236
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SWISS flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best SWISS deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
SWISS
May 12
SFO19:40San Francisco
28h 40m
2 stops
JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 19
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 35m
1 stop
SFO16:10San Francisco
R22 423
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SWISS
May 2
SFO12:55San Francisco
35h 25m
2 stops
JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 18
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 35m
1 stop
SFO16:10San Francisco
R23 699
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SWISS
May 8
SFO14:35San Francisco
33h 45m
2 stops
JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 15
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 08m
2 stops
SFO19:43San Francisco
R23 863
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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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 R21 822. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around R23 171.

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 R24 689. 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 R36 900.

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 R26 393. 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 R30 336.

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 18 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R26 197 when searching 18 weeks out.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 517 on momondo.

Cheap San Francisco to Johannesburg flight deals and tips

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

Best price found

R10 428

Fastest flight time

20h 30m

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 428. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R18 996.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 20h 30m
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. 20h 30m 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 many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg?

  • 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.


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R17 805Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 744 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R20 065Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 538 reviews
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