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$602+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Johannesburg

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Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Johannesburg are usually found in November or January, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/35:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 1/213:05 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,126
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:39 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/217:25 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,145
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/281:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 3/277:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,193
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop29h 00mSWISS
Thu 3/278:25 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 10mSWISS
Deal found 11/18$1,398
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/283:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 00mAir France
Wed 3/267:45 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops29h 16mAir France
Deal found 11/18$1,469
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/273:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1811:55 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,470
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/212:30 amSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/213:05 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/212:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 20mDelta
Thu 12/127:40 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,521
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/78:35 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops34h 05mLufthansa
Fri 12/1310:40 amJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$1,566
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2710:14 amSFO - JNB
2 stops37h 31mQatar Airways
Sun 12/16:10 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops52h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,807
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 1/201:15 amJNB - SFO
2 stops45h 37mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,822
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops28h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/102:35 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops35h 07mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/18$1,863

Find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg 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, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 4/5

4:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/19

1:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,097

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 12/3

5:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/21

3:05 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,126

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 12/3

10:39 pm-10:20 am

2 stops25h 41m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/21

7:25 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,145

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 3/15

12:35 am-7:40 am

1 stop46h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/30

11:20 am-5:30 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$1,148

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

6:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/22

5:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,150

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

1:55 pm-9:15 am

2 stops33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/25

7:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$1,165

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

10:55 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/21

1:15 am-12:52 pm

2 stops45h 37m

$1,207

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

4:00 pm-10:55 am

2 stops57h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/17

1:15 am-12:36 pm

2 stops44h 21m

$1,236

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

3:40 pm-9:15 am

2 stops31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/23

7:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$1,335

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 12/28

7:25 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/27

8:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops34h 10m

$1,398

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg (average of $1,183). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg, such as Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 15 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $1,097. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,126 and $1,145, respectively. Qatar Airways is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg are Cathay Pacific ($602), SWISS ($770), and Lufthansa ($805).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    San Francisco to Johannesburg flights have a layover in London most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square. Travelers on a layover in London can visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square, by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Travelers can book a car rental at London Heathrow for about $40 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Johannesburg flights?

    San Francisco to Johannesburg flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Doha.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg (average of $1,183). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$930Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,040Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,078Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,241Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,263Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,270Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,292Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,333Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
RwandAirCheapest$1,336Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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