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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from R10 292

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:40 - 19:00
SFO
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JNB
21h 20m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 17:43
JNB
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SFO
29h 48m1 stop
R12 601Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Feb 10
Delta Logo
12:06 - 19:40
SFO
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JNB
22h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 1:13
JNB
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SFO
36h 18m2 stops
R12 683Delta
Sat, Apr 4 - Mon, Apr 20
Delta Logo
23:35 - 19:40
SFO
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JNB
35h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 1:13
JNB
-
SFO
36h 18m2 stops
R12 765Delta
Thu, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 20
KLM Logo
13:45 - 21:35
SFO
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JNB
22h 50m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 11:45
JNB
-
SFO
45h 30m1 stop
R12 815KLM
Thu, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 17
KLM Logo
13:45 - 21:20
SFO
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JNB
22h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
18:00 - 20:20
JNB
-
SFO
35h 20m1 stop
R12 831KLM
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 9
KLM Logo
15:40 - 12:10
SFO
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JNB
34h 30m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 11:50
JNB
-
SFO
45h 51m1 stop
R12 848KLM
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17
KLM Logo
11:00 - 21:20
SFO
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JNB
25h 20m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:15 - 11:45
JNB
-
SFO
45h 30m1 stop
R12 881KLM
Thu, Apr 30 - Wed, May 13
KLM Logo
11:00 - 21:20
SFO
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JNB
25h 20m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:15 - 11:45
JNB
-
SFO
45h 30m1 stop
R12 897KLM
Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12
KLM Logo
6:00 - 22:05
SFO
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JNB
30h 05m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:59 - 11:50
JNB
-
SFO
45h 51m1 stop
R12 914KLM
Tue, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 9
KLM Logo
13:45 - 21:20
SFO
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JNB
22h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 19:55
JNB
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SFO
29h 40m2 stops
R12 963KLM
Tue, Jun 2 - Sun, Jun 14

Delta flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Delta
Apr 4
SFO12:06San Francisco
22h 34m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 20
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 18m
2 stops
SFO1:13San Francisco
R12 683
Delta
Apr 2
SFO23:35San Francisco
35h 05m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 20
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 18m
2 stops
SFO1:13San Francisco
R12 765
Delta
May 5
SFO6:00San Francisco
28h 40m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 13
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
45h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:45San Francisco
R13 112

KLM flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best KLM deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
KLM
Jun 4
SFO13:45San Francisco
22h 50m
1 stop
JNB21:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 17
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
45h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:45San Francisco
R12 815
KLM
May 26
SFO13:45San Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 9
JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:20San Francisco
R12 831
KLM
Jan 23
SFO13:55San Francisco
22h 10m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 30
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
45h 51m
1 stop
SFO11:50San Francisco
R12 848

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 9 January 2026.
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Price

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

11:40-19:00

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

21:55-17:43

1 stop29h 48m

R12 601

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:06-19:40

1 stop22h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

21:55-1:13

2 stops36h 18m

R12 683

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 2/4

23:35-19:40

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

21:55-1:13

2 stops36h 18m

R12 765

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 4/6

13:45-21:35

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R12 815

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 26/5

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

18:00-20:20

1 stop35h 20m

R12 831

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/2

15:40-12:10

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

23:59-11:50

1 stop45h 51m

R12 848

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

11:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R12 881

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

11:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R12 897

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 27/1

6:00-22:05

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

23:59-11:50

1 stop45h 51m

R12 914

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 2/6

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

23:15-19:55

2 stops29h 40m

R12 963

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 016, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month of February, then departing from San Francisco during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R19 330.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around R21 889 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco for as low as R20 121 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 58% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

How have San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (SFO to JNB) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

22h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 22h 10m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo is 16963,2 km. By plane, this route typically takes 22h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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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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