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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco from R11 066

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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Nov 19 — Nov 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to San Francisco are usually found in February or March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 October 2025.

Thu 13/1122:00JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/1115:30SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/10R16 652
Wed 29/1019:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/1118:50SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/10R16 843
Sun 26/1022:00JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Sat 8/1116:30SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Deal found 18/10R16 877
Thu 20/1122:00JNB - SFO
2 stops32h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/1115:30SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/10R16 895
Sun 26/1022:00JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Sun 9/1112:25SFO - JNB
2 stops34h 15mDelta
Deal found 18/10R16 964
Tue 28/1022:00JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 56mDelta
Wed 5/119:55SFO - JNB
2 stops36h 40mDelta
Deal found 18/10R16 981
Mon 24/1122:00JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Mon 8/1216:30SFO - JNB
2 stops33h 40mDelta
Deal found 19/10R17 033
Sun 26/1022:00JNB - SFO
2 stops34h 33mDelta
Mon 3/1112:35SFO - JNB
2 stops34h 05mDelta
Deal found 18/10R17 068
Wed 29/1021:55JNB - SFO
1 stop24h 38mDelta
Tue 4/1112:35SFO - JNB
2 stops33h 50mDelta
Deal found 18/10R17 085
Fri 31/1022:00JNB - SFO
2 stops31h 04mDelta
Sun 9/1115:35SFO - JNB
2 stops31h 05mDelta
Deal found 18/10R17 137
Thu 30/1021:30JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 10mDelta
Wed 5/1113:20SFO - JNB
2 stops36h 50mDelta
Deal found 18/10R17 155
Mon 3/1119:45JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 22/1121:00SFO - JNB
2 stops35h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/10R17 189

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 20 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 652

One-way from

R11 066

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 779
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 13/11-17/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R15 619 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R3 027 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 October 2025.
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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

21:30-15:40

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 9/11

16:30-8:40

1 stop30h 10m

R16 877

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

22:00-15:40

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 8/11

16:30-5:45

1 stop27h 15m

R16 877

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

21:30-15:40

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 6/11

16:30-8:35

1 stop30h 05m

R16 877

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

22:00-20:56

2 stops32h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

15:30-7:35

2 stops30h 05m

R16 895

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

21:30-15:40

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 8/11

7:15-5:45

2 stops36h 30m

R16 964

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-14:40

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

16:30-12:10

2 stops33h 40m

R17 033

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

22:00-15:40

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R17 068

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

21:30-15:40

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

13:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

R17 068

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

17:00-9:33

3 stops49h 33m

R11 257

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

13:45-13:40

1 stop32h 55m

R11 691

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco (average of R15 802). Flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 016). 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 JNB to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 October 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated 20 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic, Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Food

6,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Food

6,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 651 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Food

6,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 991 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Food

6,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 022 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Food

6,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 461 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,5

Food

6,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 11 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 19,0 km journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco in about 27h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 46m. Johannesburg and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 16966 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at R14 267, SWISS will fly you from Johannesburg to San Francisco and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R15 808 and R16 082, respectively. Users have found that SWISS is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to San Francisco 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 Johannesburg to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco (average of R15 802). Flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 016). 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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SWISSCheapestR14 267AverageR16 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 808AverageR17 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 088AverageR16 750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 113AverageR17 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 450AverageR18 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 567AverageR18 646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 677AverageR17 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 458AverageR18 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 780AverageR21 888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 314AverageR20 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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