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$594+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
dic. 23 — dic. 301
lun. 12/23
lun. 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or March, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,128
(oojo)

One-way from

$594
(Mytrip)

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Average price

$1,675
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This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
dom. 12/297:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/910:10 amJNB - SFO
1 stop42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,722
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
dom. 12/298:35 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
jue. 1/910:10 amJNB - SFO
1 stop42h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$1,735
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/292:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops61h 35mRwandAir
mié. 1/83:10 amJNB - SFO
2 stops43h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 12/16$2,175
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1810:35 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops34h 00mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/2610:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/2812:10 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 50mDelta
jue. 1/97:40 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops35h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
mié. 12/182:45 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 10mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/267:25 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,682
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
mié. 12/1810:40 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops39h 35mKenya Airways
jue. 12/265:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 44mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,731
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
dom. 12/2911:10 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops28h 00mEthiopian Air
jue. 1/92:35 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops35h 07mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/16$2,740
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
sáb. 12/281:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines
dom. 1/57:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,849
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/2110:55 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 35mVirgin Atlantic
lun. 12/237:30 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/17$3,116
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
sáb. 12/218:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops45h 30mQatar Airways
lun. 12/236:45 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops51h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$3,565
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/1712:22 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 08mBritish Airways
mar. 12/249:15 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$13,461

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

jue. 3/20

6:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops48h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 4/4

1:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,128

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

mar. 3/11

11:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops40h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/17

1:15 am-12:44 pm

2 stops44h 29m

$1,147

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

sáb. 3/15

12:35 am-7:40 am

1 stop46h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/30

11:20 am-10:20 pm

1 stop44h 00m

$1,149

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

sáb. 2/1

10:50 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/23

5:20 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$1,156

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

mar. 3/18

6:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 4/5

9:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$1,167

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

lun. 1/13

6:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 1/22

7:05 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,184

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

mié. 5/14

4:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 5/28

4:50 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops54h 00m

$1,210

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

mar. 1/14

8:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 1/22

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$1,221

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

vie. 2/28

12:40 am-10:00 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/9

9:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,315

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

sáb. 1/4

1:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 1/31

11:55 pm-11:22 pm

2 stops33h 27m

$1,343

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 17% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated diciembre 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air from San Francisco to Johannesburg. 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
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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
1,349 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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
1,606 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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
3,798 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 14 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

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

    Currently priced at $1,128, Qatar Airways will fly you from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Kenya Airways and Cathay Pacific - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,147 and $1,149, respectively. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Cathay Pacific ($594), SWISS ($775), and Lufthansa ($826).

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

    The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is London.

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

    Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $35 per day.

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

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport layover in Doha least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,044Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,078Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,227Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,231Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,270Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$1,294Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$1,333Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
RwandAirCheapest$1,336Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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