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Cheapest return flight
R15 639
Typical prices: R17 283-R22 873
British Airways
Sat 3/2Thu 22/2
JNB - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 937
Typical prices: R12 751-R17 795
Turkish Airlines
Sun 25/11
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
March
Cheapest • 13% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R15 809 (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

Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 22
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21:20 - 18:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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20:35 - 10:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 639British Airways
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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19:35 - 18:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
33h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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20:35 - 10:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 068British Airways
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 20
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:10 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
14:05 - 19:10SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 199Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:00 - 19:10SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 776Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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20:35 - 10:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R17 040Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 25
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 15:42JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 42m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:55 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Newark
R17 188United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:40 - 20:58JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
35h 18m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
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16:35 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 221Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 12:27JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
24h 27m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:05 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 30m1 stop Newark
R17 304United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
21:20 - 19:51JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
32h 31m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:00 - 19:10SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 633Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
21:20 - 19:51JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
32h 31m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
Delta Logo
6:00 - 19:10SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R19 050Delta
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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 R17 283 to R22 873. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 639 on British Airways.

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, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco at R16 875 return.
•April (R22 890) and August (R21 473) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% 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 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

R9 937
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travellers.
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 R17 283 to R22 873, with an average of R19 372 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 283 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 9% above the R19 372 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 639 to R49 272. 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 R16 341, which is 7% 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 averaging R1 033 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 10% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R18 292 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R20 187, a difference of R1 895.

    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 10 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?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Moscone Center and Fisherman's Wharf. These are among 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average R18 292, which is about R1 895 less than Friday fares (9% 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 March. Fares historically average R16 875 return in that month – typically R6 015 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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