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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 853

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Nov 13 — Nov 201
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in January or March, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R20 943

One-way from

R12 486

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 1/12-24/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 35m total
  • San Francisco to Johannesburg
24/1
  • 24/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 15m total
  • San Francisco to Johannesburg
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop

Find flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 November 2024.

Sun 1/1220:40SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 24/1222:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/11R20 943
Tue 31/1213:10SFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 14/119:10JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11R21 013
Sun 1/1219:05SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 24/1222:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/11R21 118
Tue 5/1122:59SFO - JNB
2 stops39h 16mKenya Airways
Thu 5/1217:00JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 44mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/11R22 443
Sun 1/1223:10SFO - JNB
2 stops28h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 24/1214:35JNB - SFO
3 stops35h 09mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/11R23 297
Wed 6/1114:45SFO - JNB
1 stop38h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 20/118:05JNB - SFO
2 stops38h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/11R23 716
Tue 31/126:00SFO - JNB
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Tue 14/119:45JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/11R24 413
Tue 10/129:44SFO - JNB
2 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/1219:40JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R24 745
Tue 10/1219:25SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 00mSWISS
Tue 24/1220:25JNB - SFO
1 stop30h 00mSWISS
Deal found 7/11R26 018
Sat 23/110:25SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1219:35JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11R26 454
Fri 27/1216:35SFO - JNB
2 stops54h 55mLufthansa
Sat 18/111:40JNB - SFO
2 stops61h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/11R26 541

Find flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 576 158 searches. Data last updated 8 November 2024.

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 12/2

11:25-7:40

1 stop34h 15m

R9 853

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 24/1

13:55-7:10

3 stops31h 15m

R12 486

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 24/1

19:25-10:25

1 stop29h 00m

R13 619

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 11/2

22:35-8:35

2 stops48h 00m

R15 084

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 18/11

23:20-13:10

2 stops27h 50m

R15 904

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/2

14:45-3:55

1 stop27h 10m

R16 531

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 1/1

18:50-10:45

1 stop29h 55m

R17 944

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 15/2

22:45-19:00

2 stops34h 15m

R18 729

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 9/12

15:25-9:25

1 stop32h 00m

R19 461

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 15/12

13:11-9:30

2 stops34h 19m

R21 815

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 88 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 November 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 8 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg, see what other customers have to say about British Airways, Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,4
Very Good
831 reviews

Overall

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

8,4
Very Good
831 reviews
8,4
Very Good
831 reviews

Overall

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

8,0
Very Good
8 828 reviews
8,4
Very Good
831 reviews

Overall

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

7,8
Good
1 351 reviews
8,4
Very Good
831 reviews

Overall

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

7,6
Good
1 640 reviews
8,4
Very Good
831 reviews

Overall

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

7,5
Good
3 879 reviews
8,4
Very Good
831 reviews

Overall

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19,0 km from the centre of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 4 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from San Francisco on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R20 943. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from R21 013, and Kenya Airways, from R21 065. Users have found that British Airways is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are SWISS (R13 619), Ethiopian Air (R15 904), and Qatar Airways (R16 514).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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