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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from R12 664

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Turkish Airlines Logo
12:50 - 10:35SFO-JNB
36h 45m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 16:45JNB-SFO
31h 50m1 stop
R17 754Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 14
SWISS Logo
19:25 - 10:30SFO-JNB
29h 05m1 stop
SWISS Logo
20:15 - 16:30JNB-SFO
30h 15m1 stop
R17 841SWISS
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Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 10:30SFO-JNB
29h 05m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 12:40JNB-SFO
26h 55m1 stop
R18 257Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 14
United Airlines Logo
8:25 - 18:35SFO-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 13:22JNB-SFO
25h 22m1 stop
R18 344United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 17
United Airlines Logo
11:15 - 17:45SFO-JNB
21h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:20 - 14:46JNB-SFO
26h 26m1 stop
R18 362United Airlines
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Fri, May 1 - Wed, May 13
Delta Logo
0:40 - 19:40SFO-JNB
34h 00m2 stops
Delta Logo
21:55 - 13:40JNB-SFO
24h 45m1 stop
R18 431Delta
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Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 10
Delta Logo
23:45 - 19:40SFO-JNB
34h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 17:10JNB-SFO
28h 15m1 stop
R18 483Delta
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Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 10
KLM Logo
13:45 - 21:20SFO-JNB
22h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 11:45JNB-SFO
45h 30m1 stop
R18 518KLM
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Fri, May 1 - Mon, May 11
KLM Logo
13:45 - 21:20SFO-JNB
22h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 11:45JNB-SFO
45h 30m1 stop
R18 553KLM
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Thu, Apr 30 - Wed, May 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:40 - 12:10SFO-JNB
34h 30m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:15 - 19:28JNB-SFO
29h 13m2 stops
R18 761Multiple Airlines
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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
Feb 7
SFO19:25San Francisco
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 17
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO16:30San Francisco
R17 841
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SWISS
Feb 1
SFO19:25San Francisco
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 11
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO16:30San Francisco
R17 858
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SWISS
Nov 16
SFO19:25San Francisco
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Dec 6
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO16:30San Francisco
R18 570
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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 7
SFO8:25San Francisco
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 17
JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 22m
1 stop
SFO13:22San Francisco
R18 344
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United Airlines
May 1
SFO11:15San Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
JNB17:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 13
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 26m
1 stop
SFO14:46San Francisco
R18 362
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United Airlines
Jan 24
SFO8:30San Francisco
24h 05m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 4
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m
1 stop
SFO15:55San Francisco
R19 126
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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 31/3

12:50-10:35

1 stop36h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

17:55-16:45

1 stop31h 50m

R17 754

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

19:25-10:30

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

20:15-16:30

1 stop30h 15m

R17 841

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

19:25-10:30

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:45-12:40

1 stop26h 55m

R18 257

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

8:25-18:35

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

22:00-13:22

1 stop25h 22m

R18 344

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/5

11:15-17:45

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

21:20-14:46

1 stop26h 26m

R18 362

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

0:40-19:40

2 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

21:55-13:40

1 stop24h 45m

R18 431

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

23:45-19:40

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

21:55-17:10

1 stop28h 15m

R18 483

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/5

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R18 518

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

R18 553

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

16:40-12:10

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

23:15-19:28

2 stops29h 13m

R18 761

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R20 794, 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 March, then departing from San Francisco during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R21 263.

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 R23 526. 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 R35 162.

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 R25 150 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 907.

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 R23 674 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 R21 645 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 48% 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 November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 1% 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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  • 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 21h 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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