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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco from R10 595

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Sep 2 — Sep 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 August 2026.

Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 20/96:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/8R15 620
Sun 13/922:00
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops25h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 20/95:00
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops28h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/7R16 910
Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop23h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 28/96:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/8R17 009
Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/96:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R17 670
Thu 17/918:50
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/97:00
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R17 786
Thu 17/1219:20
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops29h 30m
Air France
Wed 27/116:40
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops33h 30m
Air France
Deal found 30/7R17 935

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 3 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 620

One-way from

R10 595

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 703
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 7/9-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R19 665 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 138 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 3 August 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-15:45

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 20/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 397
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

22:00-17:42

2 stops28h 42m

San Francisco

Sun 20/9

10:15-18:30

1 stop23h 15m

R16 910

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/1

19:35-14:55

1 stop29h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 25/1

21:23-10:25

2 stops27h 02m

R18 017

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

18:50-16:30

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 16/11

18:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

R18 116

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

15:05-11:22

2 stops29h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

23:55-18:30

1 stop33h 35m

R18 133

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

19:35-18:15

2 stops32h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 16/11

21:44-10:25

2 stops26h 41m

R18 348

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

18:50-16:30

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 31/1

18:35-11:00

1 stop30h 25m

R18 430

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

19:35-20:10

2 stops34h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 31/1

15:38-10:25

2 stops32h 47m

R18 464

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

23:15-23:57

2 stops33h 42m

San Francisco

Sat 26/9

21:55-19:40

1 stop36h 45m

R18 579
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

20:55-21:26

2 stops33h 31m

R11 389

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 84 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco (average of R16 546). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 224). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between R17 902 and R23 637 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 620 on Virgin Atlantic (Sept 7–Sept 20).

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 3 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 461 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 143 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, San Francisco has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 10 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 17,7 km from San Francisco’s city centre.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in 28h 30m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 16966 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R14 779 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines, starting at R15 205 and R15 550 round-trip. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R9 699. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco (average of R16 546). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of R23 224). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 3 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 779AverageR16 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 205AverageR17 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR15 550AverageR16 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 852AverageR16 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 955AverageR17 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 153AverageR17 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 195AverageR17 128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 863AverageR18 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 725AverageR20 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 007AverageR24 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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