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Cheapest return flight
R15 384
Typical prices: R16 975-R22 643
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/11Sat 10/11
JNB - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 394
Typical prices: R12 829-R17 826
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/12
JNB - SFO • 2 stops
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 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 13% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R15 852 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 24h 19m (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

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 17:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
32h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:35 - 11:00SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R15 384Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 17:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:35 - 11:00SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R15 533Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 18:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
33h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 10:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 029British Airways
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Mar 10
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 10:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 062British Airways
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:20 - 22:49JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
35h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:44 - 8:40SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 56m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
R16 475Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Mar 10
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 55m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:20 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m1 stop Newark
R16 888United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Mar 10
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 55m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:20 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m1 stop Newark
R16 921United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:40 - 8:40SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
R17 218Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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
16:40 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 417Air France
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 50m1 stop Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 9:55SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R18 788Multiple Airlines
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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 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 typically range from R16 975 to R22 643. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 384 on Turkish Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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 541 return.
•April (R22 952) and August (R21 531) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 25% 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

R10 394
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 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 975 to R22 643, with an average of R18 934 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 975 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 two weeks of departure) run 14% above the R18 934 route average. 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 R15 384 to R136 905. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 251, which is 27% below 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 R253 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • 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) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R18 226 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R21 002, a difference of R2 776.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 24h 19m, compared to 27h 22m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 27h 52m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R18 226, about R2 776 less than Saturday fares (13% 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 25% 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 541 return in that month – typically R6 411 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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