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Cheapest return flight
R16 487
Typical prices: R16 524-R21 375
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 8/11Thu 15/11
JNB - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R12 666-R18 314
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/10
JNB - SFO • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg R16 080 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 27h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco (JNB-SFO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to San Francisco

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:20 - 21:49JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
34h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:40 - 8:40SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 487Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:20 - 22:49JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
35h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:38 - 8:40SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 02m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow
R16 487Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:35 - 22:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R16 503Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 14:42JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
26h 42m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:35 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
R16 765United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:59 - 1:12JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
35h 13m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Paris Charles de Gaulle
R16 864Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:35 - 10:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R16 929Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Mar 10
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 16:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 53m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:20 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m1 stop Newark
R16 929United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Air France Logo
19:40 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Kastrup Copenhagen
Air France Logo
16:45 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 389Air France
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Mar 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:59 - 21:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 36m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:45 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 947Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 27
Air France Logo
19:40 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
16:45 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Paris Charles de Gaulle
R18 094Air France
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco start at R16 487. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R16 524 to R21 375. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 487 on Virgin Atlantic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco at R16 421 return.
•April (R22 163) and June (R21 424) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

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Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 27 304 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco range from R16 524 to R21 375, with an average of R18 230 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 524 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 17% above the route average of R18 230. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R16 487 to R50 496. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R17 999, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R250 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 12% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 438 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R19 603, a difference of R2 165. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 46m, compared to 27h 52m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 28h 14m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 9 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Fisherman's Wharf is one of the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R17 438 – about R2 165 less than Friday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco trip for November. Fares historically average R16 421 return in that month – typically R5 742 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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