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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco from R15 088

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 21/8. 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.
JNB — SFO
Mar 23 — Mar 301
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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 19 March 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

R16 011

One-way from

R15 654
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
From Johannesburg to San Francisco
One-way flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Francisco.

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

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Johannesburg. Users have commonly found prices around R18 669 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R15 088. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco (JNB - SFO)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Johannesburg and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Delta flights heading from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Wed 5/66:00SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/3R17 069
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops36h 00mDelta
Wed 5/66:00SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/3R17 125
Wed 15/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops32h 26mDelta
Tue 4/60:50SFO - JNB
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Deal found 18/3R116 142

Cheap Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Atlantic for the route between Johannesburg and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Virgin Atlantic flights we've found at this time heading from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 29/518:55JNB - SFO
1 stop34h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 15/622:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/3R17 502
Wed 29/518:55JNB - SFO
2 stops34h 01mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 15/617:01SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 14mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/3R17 823
Wed 29/518:55JNB - SFO
2 stops34h 01mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 15/617:45SFO - JNB
2 stops31h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/3R21 708
Fri 28/618:55JNB - SFO
1 stop28h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 9/722:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/3R25 348

Cheap Johannesburg to San Francisco flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Johannesburg to San Francisco specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 4/418:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAir France
Sun 26/520:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 00mAir France
Deal found 18/3R21 067
Thu 4/418:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/510:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R21 086
Fri 12/419:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/515:30SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/3R21 312
Fri 12/419:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/518:50SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/3R21 388
Mon 15/416:00JNB - SFO
3 stops30h 50mRwandAir
Wed 15/516:10SFO - JNB
3 stops37h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 18/3R23 707
Mon 15/410:45JNB - SFO
2 stops34h 48mKenya Airways
Wed 15/522:45SFO - JNB
2 stops51h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3R24 330
Mon 15/421:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/519:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R24 462
Mon 15/421:05JNB - SFO
2 stops28h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 15/515:30SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R25 725
Sun 14/41:15JNB - SFO
2 stops44h 18mKenya Airways
Wed 15/522:45SFO - JNB
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3R25 820

Johannesburg to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Johannesburg and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Wed 5/66:00SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/3R17 069
Wed 15/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops36h 00mDelta
Wed 5/66:00SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/3R17 125
Wed 29/518:55JNB - SFO
1 stop34h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 15/622:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/3R17 502
Wed 29/518:55JNB - SFO
2 stops34h 01mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 15/617:01SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 14mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/3R17 823
Wed 15/519:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 5/615:30SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R19 011
Thu 4/418:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAir France
Sun 26/520:10SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 00mAir France
Deal found 18/3R21 067
Thu 4/418:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/510:35SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R21 086
Wed 30/1022:15JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/1116:30SFO - JNB
1 stop31h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/3R21 237
Fri 12/419:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/515:30SFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/3R21 312

One-way flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg

Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Those needing a return flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco can use the search form above.
Wed 21/819:20JNB - SFO
1 stop31h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R15 088
Sun 24/317:25JNB - SFO
2 stops36h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R15 654
Fri 16/819:20JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R15 843
Wed 21/816:00JNB - SFO
3 stops30h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 18/3R15 862
Sun 24/314:30JNB - SFO
3 stops34h 11mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R16 484
Fri 16/816:00JNB - SFO
3 stops30h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 18/3R16 503
Fri 16/819:20JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R17 106
Sun 24/311:20JNB - SFO
1 stop43h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/3R17 729
Thu 15/83:10JNB - SFO
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 18/3R18 427

Find flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco within your budget

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 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

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Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/5

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

2 stops30h 20m

R17 069

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/5

1 stop34h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 15/6

1 stop27h 05m

R17 502

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/5

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

1 stop32h 55m

R19 011

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/4

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 26/5

1 stop27h 00m

R21 067

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/4

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 26/5

2 stops25h 45m

R21 086

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/4

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 9/5

1 stop32h 55m

R21 312

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/4

3 stops30h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 15/5

3 stops37h 50m

R23 707

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/4

2 stops34h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 15/5

2 stops51h 10m

R24 330

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/4

2 stops35h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 26/5

2 stops34h 10m

R26 272

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When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
Booking 85 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 10 March 2024.
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Afternoon
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Johannesburg to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco is currently R16 522 while a return flight costs R21 262. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco (average of R849). Flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 153). 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.

January

R17 295

February

R16 012

March

R16 201

April

R19 445

May

R16 578

June

R17 823

July

R21 746

August

R20 482

September

R16 654

October

R16 333

November

R16 239

December

R17 182

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

SFO

Temperature

11 - 17 °C

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 19 March 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways from Johannesburg to San Francisco. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 520 reviews

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,3
Very Good
1 520 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 520 reviews

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
11 551 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 520 reviews

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
57 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 520 reviews

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7,8
Good
1 262 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 520 reviews

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7,7
Good
762 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 520 reviews

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

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 13 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.

  • Can I find flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco for under R17 100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco for under R17 100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just R17 069, but on average you can expect to pay R22 312.

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

    Currently priced at R17 069, Delta will fly you from Johannesburg to San Francisco and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Atlantic and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R17 502 and R19 011, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 8% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R15 088 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R15 862 and Ethiopian Air from R16 484 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

  • What does JNB to SFO mean?

    JNB and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. JNB to SFO refers to a flight route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY).

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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 303AverageR16 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 530AverageR21 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR16 090AverageR17 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 531AverageR18 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR16 678AverageR18 580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 231AverageR18 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR17 444AverageR24 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 635AverageR20 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 393AverageR26 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 217AverageR21 950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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