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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from R10 272

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11:45 - 18:35
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JNB
45h 50m
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19:50 - 9:50
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47h 00m
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R16 698Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25
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11:45 - 18:35
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R16 781Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25
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11:45 - 18:35
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19:50 - 9:50
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R16 831Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25
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18:45 - 10:30
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17:50 - 16:40
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R17 081Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12
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11:45 - 6:10
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R17 131Singapore Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25
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R17 531Turkish Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Sep 10
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17:00 - 14:44
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R17 564Kenya Airways
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
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17:00 - 18:49
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R17 630Kenya Airways
Tue, Apr 28 - Thu, May 7
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12:55 - 10:30
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R17 697Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 11
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18:00 - 10:50
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R17 764Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 22

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Apr 30
SFO18:45San Francisco
30h 45m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 12
JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m
1 stop
SFO16:40San Francisco
R17 081
Turkish Airlines
Aug 23
SFO12:55San Francisco
36h 35m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 9
JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m
1 stop
SFO10:50San Francisco
R17 531
Turkish Airlines
Apr 23
SFO12:55San Francisco
36h 35m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 11
JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m
1 stop
SFO10:50San Francisco
R17 697

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Aug 5
SFO11:45San Francisco
45h 50m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 25
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
47h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:50San Francisco
R16 698
Singapore Airlines
Aug 5
SFO11:45San Francisco
45h 50m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 25
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
47h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:50San Francisco
R16 781
Singapore Airlines
Aug 5
SFO11:45San Francisco
45h 50m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 25
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
47h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:50San Francisco
R16 831

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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 10 March 2026.
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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

11:45-18:35

1 stop45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

19:50-9:50

1 stop47h 00m

R16 698

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

11:45-18:35

1 stop45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

19:50-9:50

1 stop47h 00m

R16 781

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

11:45-18:35

1 stop45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

19:50-9:50

1 stop47h 00m

R16 831

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

17:50-16:40

1 stop31h 50m

R17 081

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 11/8

11:45-6:10

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

19:50-9:50

1 stop47h 00m

R17 131

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 23/8

12:55-10:30

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

17:50-10:50

1 stop26h 00m

R17 531

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

22:55-15:50

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

17:00-14:44

2 stops30h 44m

R17 564

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 28/4

22:55-15:50

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

17:00-18:49

2 stops34h 49m

R17 630

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 23/4

12:55-10:30

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

R17 697
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

R17 764

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R17 248, 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 May, then departing from San Francisco during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R18 097.

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 759 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 R17 131 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 March 2026, prices for San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 3% cheaper 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 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 22h 35m
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 35m.

  • 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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

It is quick and easy to find San Francisco to Johannesburg flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Johannesburg that suits you.

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.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg.

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