What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to San Francisco Bay Area is February . The most expensive month for flights is July . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area.

How much is a return flight to San Francisco Bay Area?

A return flight to San Francisco Bay Area will typically cost around R68, however they can be found for as little as R52.

Where does the fastest flight to San Francisco Bay Area depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to San Francisco Bay Area, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 7 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).

R12 049+ Flights to San Francisco Bay Area

Flights to San Francisco Bay Area in 2025

Return from	R17 869
One-way from	R12 049
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R19 890

SWISS
20/5-27/5
3 total stops
63h 00m total
Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Etihad Airways
26/5
2 total stops
42h 44m total
Johannesburg to San Francisco Bay Area

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Sat 10/513:00JNB - SFO

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Tue 20/519:30SFO - JNB

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1 stop46h 20mCathay Pacific

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19:00-20:10

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19:30-9:20

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

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18:50-18:15

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San Francisco

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6:15-19:40

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13:00-16:10

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19:00-12:40

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San Francisco

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13:20-8:35

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20:40-19:30

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San Francisco

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

21:15-13:50

1 stop25h 35m

San Francisco

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19:30-7:00

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R19 741

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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21:15-13:50

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San Francisco

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8:58-7:00

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R20 038

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

19:00-12:40

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

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14:25-8:35

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JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

1:15-15:01

2 stops46h 46m

San Francisco

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22:45-15:50

2 stops32h 05m

R26 136

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How long is the flight to San Francisco Bay Area?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco Bay Area takes 33 hours 6 minutes. Flights to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

Users looking for the lowest fares to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco Bay Area are Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Turkish Airlines.

Virgin Atlantic

From R924

British Airways

From R972

Turkish Airlines

From R923

United Airlines

From R911

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco Bay Area are SWISS, Delta and KLM.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Emirates

8,0

Very Good

3 213 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 588 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Cathay Pacific

7,5

Good

852 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

FAQs about flying to San Francisco Bay Area

Can I find cheaper flights to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area.
How much is a return flight to San Francisco Bay Area?
A return flight to San Francisco Bay Area will typically cost around R68, however they can be found for as little as R52.
Where does the fastest flight to San Francisco Bay Area depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to San Francisco Bay Area, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 7 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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Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

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Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

FAQs about flying to San Francisco Bay Area

Can I find cheaper flights to San Francisco Bay Area if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

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