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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from R11 608

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13:10 - 10:50
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JNB
35h 40m1 stop
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19:05 - 16:45
JNB
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SFO
31h 40m1 stop
R17 109Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 21
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19:50 - 10:50
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JNB
30h 00m1 stop
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18:00 - 16:45
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31h 45m1 stop
R17 125Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Apr 3
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13:10 - 10:50
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JNB
35h 40m1 stop
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19:10 - 16:45
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31h 35m1 stop
R17 311Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3
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19:25 - 10:30
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JNB
29h 05m1 stop
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20:15 - 17:30
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30h 15m1 stop
R17 362SWISS
Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 15
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18:50 - 10:50
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30h 00m1 stop
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19:05 - 16:45
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31h 40m1 stop
R17 429Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 30
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18:50 - 10:35
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JNB
30h 45m1 stop
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17:55 - 16:45
JNB
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31h 50m1 stop
R17 615Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12
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17:25 - 10:30
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JNB
31h 05m2 stops
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20:15 - 17:30
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30h 15m1 stop
R17 665SWISS
Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 15
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13:10 - 10:50
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JNB
35h 40m1 stop
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19:10 - 16:45
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31h 35m1 stop
R17 733Turkish Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 17
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6:25 - 18:35
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26h 10m2 stops
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22:00 - 13:22
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25h 22m1 stop
R17 834United Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 17
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10:35 - 18:35
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22:00 - 17:47
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R17 902United Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Turkish Airlines
Jan 15
SFO13:10San Francisco
35h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 21
JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 40m
1 stop
SFO16:45San Francisco
R17 109
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Turkish Airlines
Mar 11
SFO19:50San Francisco
30h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 3
JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 45m
1 stop
SFO16:45San Francisco
R17 125
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 27
SFO13:10San Francisco
35h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 3
JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m
1 stop
SFO16:45San Francisco
R17 311
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SWISS flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best SWISS deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
SWISS
Mar 1
SFO19:25San Francisco
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 15
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO17:30San Francisco
R17 362
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SWISS
Mar 1
SFO17:25San Francisco
31h 05m
2 stops
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 15
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO17:30San Francisco
R17 665
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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 15/1

13:10-10:50

1 stop35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

19:05-16:45

1 stop31h 40m

R17 109

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

19:50-10:50

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

18:00-16:45

1 stop31h 45m

R17 125

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 27/1

13:10-10:50

1 stop35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

19:10-16:45

1 stop31h 35m

R17 311

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 1/3

19:25-10:30

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

20:15-17:30

1 stop30h 15m

R17 362

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

18:50-10:50

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

19:05-16:45

1 stop31h 40m

R17 429

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

18:50-10:35

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

17:55-16:45

1 stop31h 50m

R17 615

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 1/3

17:25-10:30

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

20:15-17:30

1 stop30h 15m

R17 665

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

13:10-10:50

1 stop35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:10-16:45

1 stop31h 35m

R17 733

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

6:25-18:35

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

22:00-13:22

1 stop25h 22m

R17 834

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 26/1

10:35-18:35

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-17:47

2 stops29h 47m

R17 902

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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 typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 758, 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 909.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as R22 850. 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 R34 152.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R24 427 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in the evening when prices are around R28 077.

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 R22 481 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 702 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 December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 23% 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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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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