What is the cheapest month to fly to Big Sur?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Big Sur . Flying to Big Sur in July will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Can I find cheaper flights to Big Sur if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Big Sur on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Big Sur?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Big Sur.

How much is a return flight to Big Sur?

A return flight to Big Sur will typically cost around R4 838, however they can be found for as little as R4 838.

Where does the fastest flight to Big Sur depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Big Sur, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 40 minutes).

Does San Francisco have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at San Francisco can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to San Francisco?

Yes. San Francisco has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Grand Hyatt At Sfo is the closest property to San Francisco (1,6 km away from San Francisco).

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Cheapest flights to Big Sur
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Big Sur. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Sun 14/1219:20JNB - SFO

1 stop28h 05mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R16 940

Wed 17/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops33h 36mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 112

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops30h 52mKLM

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Deal found 26/11R17 129

Wed 10/1219:45JNB - SFO

1 stop30h 10mLufthansa

Fri 16/121:40SFO - JNB

1 stop23h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 25/11R17 352

Mon 15/1223:50JNB - SFO

1 stop24h 50mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 609

Sat 20/1223:59JNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 798

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops29h 20mDelta

Mon 29/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 969

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops30h 52mKLM

Wed 31/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Deal found 25/11R18 535

Mon 15/1219:35JNB - SFO

2 stops30h 00mBritish Airways

Wed 31/1216:11SFO - JNB

2 stops32h 14mBritish Airways

Deal found 26/11R18 604

Best flights to Big Sur
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Big Sur that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Wed 17/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops33h 36mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 112

Tue 21/417:55JNB - SFO

1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines

Sat 25/418:45SFO - JNB

1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 25/11R17 403

Tue 21/419:25JNB - SFO

1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines

Sat 25/416:40SFO - JNB

2 stops29h 20mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 26/11R17 952

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops30h 52mKLM

Wed 31/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Deal found 27/11R18 775

Mon 15/1222:00JNB - SFO

1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways

Wed 31/1216:11SFO - JNB

2 stops32h 14mBritish Airways

Deal found 27/11R18 792

Sat 20/1223:59JNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mDelta

Mon 29/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 798

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops29h 20mDelta

Tue 30/1216:30SFO - JNB

2 stops33h 40mDelta

Deal found 25/11R18 758

Sun 14/1219:20JNB - SFO

1 stop28h 05mDelta

Wed 31/126:00SFO - JNB

2 stops30h 05mDelta

Deal found 25/11R18 827

Mon 15/1223:59JNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mDelta

Mon 29/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 26/11R18 844

Last-minute flights to Big Sur
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Wed 10/1219:45JNB - SFO

1 stop30h 10mLufthansa

Fri 16/121:40SFO - JNB

1 stop23h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 25/11R17 352

Sun 14/1219:20JNB - SFO

1 stop28h 05mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R16 940

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops30h 52mKLM

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Deal found 26/11R17 129

Mon 15/1223:50JNB - SFO

1 stop24h 50mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 609

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops29h 20mDelta

Mon 29/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 969

Mon 15/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops30h 52mKLM

Wed 31/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Deal found 25/11R18 535

Mon 15/1219:35JNB - SFO

2 stops30h 00mBritish Airways

Wed 31/1216:11SFO - JNB

2 stops32h 14mBritish Airways

Deal found 26/11R18 604

Wed 17/1219:20JNB - SFO

2 stops33h 36mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 112

Sat 20/1223:59JNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mDelta

Tue 30/1213:55SFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Deal found 25/11R17 798

One-way flights to Big Sur
Search for one-way flight options to Big Sur. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Tue 20/112:45JNB - SFO

1 stop33h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 26/11R10 956

Thu 7/520:40JNB - SFO

1 stop25h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 26/11R11 196

Sun 1/213:45JNB - SFO

1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 26/11R11 265

Thu 11/1213:45JNB - SFO

1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 25/11R11 882

Thu 7/517:00JNB - SFO

2 stops37h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/11R11 968

Sun 1/217:00JNB - SFO

2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/11R12 157

Tue 20/114:30JNB - SFO

3 stops58h 39mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/11R12 225

Thu 11/1217:00JNB - SFO

3 stops57h 51mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 25/11R14 128

Flights to Big Sur in 2025

Return from	R16 940
One-way from	R10 956
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R17 146

Delta
14/12-29/12
2 total stops
50h 15m total
Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Qatar Airways
20/1
1 total stop
33h 55m total
Johannesburg to Big Sur

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R182 potential savings vs. average return price).

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

19:20-18:56

2 stops33h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R17 112

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

17:55-16:45

1 stop31h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 25/4

18:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

R17 403

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

23:59-11:50

1 stop45h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 29/12

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R17 798

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:25-13:50

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 25/4

16:40-7:00

2 stops29h 20m

R17 952

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

19:20-14:40

2 stops29h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

16:30-12:10

2 stops33h 40m

R18 758

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

19:20-16:12

2 stops30h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R18 775

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

22:00-15:00

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

16:11-10:25

2 stops32h 14m

R18 792

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:20-13:25

1 stop28h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

6:00-22:05

2 stops30h 05m

R18 827

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

23:59-11:50

1 stop45h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 29/12

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R18 844

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

12:45-12:40

1 stop33h 55m

R10 956

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Best time to book a flight to Big Sur

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Big Sur

When is the best time to book a flight to Big Sur?

The best time to book flights to Big Sur is 44 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Big Sur?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Big Sur takes 26 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Big Sur from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Big Sur?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Big Sur should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Big Sur?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Big Sur are Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Turkish Airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Big Sur?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Big Sur are SWISS, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Big Sur by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Big Sur ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Big Sur when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Big Sur by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Big Sur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Big Sur

See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 423 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 423 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 423 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Virgin Atlantic

7,5

Good

675 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 423 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 055 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 423 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 065 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 423 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 540 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 423 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

FAQs about flying to Big Sur

Can I find cheaper flights to Big Sur if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Big Sur on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Big Sur?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Big Sur.
How much is a return flight to Big Sur?
A return flight to Big Sur will typically cost around R4 838, however they can be found for as little as R4 838.
Where does the fastest flight to Big Sur depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Big Sur, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 40 minutes).
Does San Francisco have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at San Francisco can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to San Francisco?
Yes. San Francisco has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Grand Hyatt At Sfo is the closest property to San Francisco (1,6 km away from San Francisco).

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When is the best time to book a flight to Big Sur?

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Big Sur?

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What are the most popular airlines that fly to Big Sur?

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Rainfall in Big Sur by month

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Temperature in Big Sur by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Big Sur

See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Big Sur

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What is the best airline to fly to Big Sur?

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