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Cheapest return flight
R16 412
Typical prices: R17 708-R23 436
British Airways
Wed 31/1Mon 19/2
JNB - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R13 064-R18 233
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/4
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 R16 198 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 24h 33m (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, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 19
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:25 - 10:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 412British Airways
1 day ago
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 632British Airways
1 day ago
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 31
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21:40 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:05 - 19:10SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 307Virgin Atlantic
3+ days ago
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:05 - 19:10SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 358Virgin Atlantic
1 day ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 15:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
27h 35m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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23:40 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
R17 391United Airlines
21 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Dec 6
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22:00 - 12:27JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
24h 27m1 stop Newark
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5:00 - 18:35SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
R17 678United Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Mar 17
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18:50 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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19:35 - 22:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R18 050Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Mar 19
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18:50 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:35 - 22:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R18 050Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 22
Air France Logo
19:40 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
29h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Paris Charles de Gaulle
R18 286Air France
3+ days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Feb 13
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19:40 - 16:31JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
30h 51m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
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16:45 - 11:25SFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Paris Charles de Gaulle
R18 573Air France
8 hours ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flights

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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 708 to R23 436. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 412 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 R17 290 return.
•April (R23 453) and August (R22 001) 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

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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 708 to R23 436, with an average of R19 849 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 708 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 849 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 R13 604, which is 13% 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 averaging R1 058 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) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 17% 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 742 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R20 684, a difference of R1 942.

    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 33m, compared to 27h 22m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 27h 58m 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 742, which is about R1 942 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 R17 290 return in that month – typically R6 163 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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