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Cheap flights to San Francisco Bay Area from R12 449

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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — SFO
May 3 — May 101
1 adult
Fri 3/5
Fri 10/5

Flights to San Francisco Bay Area in 2024

Find the latest flights to San Francisco Bay Area in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 923 searches and data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R17 733

Return from

R16 642

One-way from

R12 449
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Johannesburg to San Francisco
One-way flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco Bay Area

Cheap flights to San Francisco Bay Area in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to San Francisco Bay Area in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 923 searches and data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to San Francisco Bay Area in April and May 2024. Be sure to check back soon as deals update often.
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 432
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 466
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAir France
Wed 5/620:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 30mAir France
Deal found 27/4R19 500
Thu 30/519:35JNB - SFO
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/614:55SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 171
Thu 30/514:30JNB - SFO
2 stops31h 10mLufthansa
Wed 12/614:55SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 27/4R22 716
Thu 30/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops33h 12mDelta
Tue 11/60:07SFO - JNB
2 stops36h 13mDelta
Deal found 27/4R24 390
Thu 30/519:35JNB - SFO
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/613:55SFO - JNB
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R25 236
Tue 14/53:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Wed 5/616:10SFO - JNB
2 stops36h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 27/4R26 120
Thu 30/521:55JNB - SFO
1 stop35h 27mDelta
Tue 11/60:07SFO - JNB
2 stops36h 13mDelta
Deal found 27/4R26 138

San Francisco Bay Area 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for San Francisco Bay Area in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 923 searches and data were last updated on 28 April 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to San Francisco Bay Area in April and May 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 9/918:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Tue 24/96:45SFO - JNB
2 stops27h 15mDelta
Deal found 27/4R16 642
Fri 6/918:50JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 51mDelta
Mon 23/915:10SFO - JNB
1 stop42h 50mDelta
Deal found 27/4R16 736
Tue 10/918:50JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 55mDelta
Mon 23/915:10SFO - JNB
1 stop42h 50mDelta
Deal found 27/4R16 849
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 432
Tue 10/918:55JNB - SFO
1 stop28h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 25/922:45SFO - JNB
2 stops26h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/4R17 526
Mon 9/918:55JNB - SFO
2 stops33h 23mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 24/921:00SFO - JNB
2 stops28h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/4R17 582
Mon 9/919:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 25/915:30SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/4R17 733
Fri 6/918:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 24/913:15SFO - JNB
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 165
Wed 11/919:20JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 01mBritish Airways
Wed 25/915:30SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/4R18 278

One-way flights to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore one-way flight options to San Francisco Bay Area for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 923 searches and data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to San Francisco Bay Area. If you're in need of a round-trip flight to San Francisco Bay Area instead, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 30/59:55JNB - SFO
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 449
Sat 25/517:00JNB - SFO
3 stops33h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 768
Mon 10/68:40JNB - SFO
3 stops59h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 881
Thu 30/517:00JNB - SFO
3 stops38h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R12 900
Thu 30/518:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 088
Thu 30/517:00JNB - SFO
3 stops32h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 163
Fri 31/518:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 182
Tue 28/513:35JNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 220
Mon 27/518:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 426

Average price of flights to San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to San Francisco Bay Area is currently R13 009 while a return flight costs R19 057. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to San Francisco Bay Area (average of R849). Flying to San Francisco Bay Area in July will prove the most costly (average of R1 179). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R17 244

February

R15 965

March

R17 112

April

R17 658

May

R17 300

June

R17 658

July

R22 171

August

R20 911

September

R16 604

October

R16 379

November

R16 322

December

R17 733

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

11 - 17 °C

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to San Francisco Bay Area, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated 28 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area, such as Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Turkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

8,1
Very Good
10 951 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

7,8
Good
2 056 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

7,8
Good
1 129 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

7,7
Good
4 459 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

  • 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, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San Francisco Bay Area?

    null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San Francisco Bay Area. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

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

    A return flight to San Francisco Bay Area will typically cost around R405, however they can be found for as little as R405.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to San Francisco Bay Area, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does San Francisco Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to San Francisco Airport?

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

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