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Cheapest return fare
£970
Typical prices: £789-£1,033
RwandAir
Mon 8/2Fri 26/2
SFO - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£620
Typical prices: £605-£895
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/5
SFO - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Johannesburg. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg (SFO-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Mon, 8 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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15:35 - 13:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
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17:45 - 12:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 55m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£970RwandAir
Mon, 26 Apr - Fri, 7 May
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15:55 - 13:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
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17:45 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 50m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£1,045RwandAir
Mon, 8 Feb - Thu, 11 Feb
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18:35 - 10:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£1,055Turkish Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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18:35 - 10:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£1,085Turkish Airlines
Sun, 25 Apr - Thu, 6 May
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19:00 - 10:20SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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17:45 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
32h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£1,096Turkish Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
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18:35 - 11:00SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£1,100Turkish Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
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18:35 - 19:00SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 25m2 stops Istanbul Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
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17:45 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
32h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£1,114Turkish Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
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18:35 - 10:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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00:20 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£1,115Turkish Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec
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18:35 - 11:00SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£1,119Turkish Airlines
Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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15:35 - 13:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
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03:10 - 12:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
43h 30m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£1,119RwandAir
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for San Francisco to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco usually cost between £843 and £1,144 in February.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £970 on RwandAir (8 Feb–26 Feb).

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

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost £819 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,446 and £1,322 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£650
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San Francisco to Johannesburg flights

  • How can I get to SFO from the Financial District?

    There are various ways you can get from downtown San Francisco to SFO. You can use the cheapest way, which involves boarding the Sam Trans bus. The fastest option is using a taxi, Lyft, or Uber because they offer curbside options. You can also use BART, which takes approximately 30min to get to the airport.

  • Where can I wait for my flight departure time at SFO if it's delayed?

    You can wait for your flight at some of the lounges in SFO that offer various services. Some of the lounges are Air France,KLM, and Centurion. The Air France lounge is located at international terminal A, past security on your left turn. You can grab snacks and drinks as you wait for your flight. The lounge also offers WI-FI services, security, flight monitors, and premium food.

  • How can I access special needs assistance at JNB?

    JNB offers accessibility programs to people with special needs. If you need equipment like wheelchair assistance, you can contact the airline you are flying with 48h before your trip. The airline representative can note on your reservation form that you need special assistance, and they can make the necessary arrangements for you to be picked up when you land at JNB.

  • Are there car rental services at JNB?

    Yes. There are several companies inside JNB that offer car rental services. They include Hertz rental company located in the airport at Kempton Park. SIXT car rental is located at the Storey parking near the domestic terminal. You can also rent a vehicle online at KAYAK and pick it up when you reach Johannesburg.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was £650 for a one-way ticket and £970 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • If you are willing to travel to Johannesburg with your pet, you can inquire about their pet policies with the airline you are traveling with from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If your airline allows pets, ensure you carry them in their carriers or crates as the SFO pet policy recommends.
  • You don't have to worry about where to park your vehicle at SFO when traveling for a short or extended trip. There are several on-site parking spots in all the terminals, which include short-term or long-term parking options, and you can book before your trip for convenience.
  • Traveling to Johannesburg with kids? You don't have to worry about how to coordinate them as you check in at SFO. There is a kid's play spot in terminal 3, post-security at gate 87A. Another spot in Terminal 2, near gates 54 A and B, has cool playing features for kids.
  • While on the flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), you can stream shows, music, podcasts, and movies since it's a long flight. Some airlines like Qatar allow passengers to use unlimited Wi-Fi packages once they are on board.
  • Once you arrive at JNB, you can pick up either a taxi, shuttle, train, or order a ride from Uber. The train is the fastest way to get to the city center from JNB because it takes about 15 to 20min. The train station is situated at the central terminal building inside the airport.

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