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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco from R10 545

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Jun 9 — Jun 161
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 10 May 2026.

Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/615:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R17 275
Wed 17/612:40
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/615:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R17 373
Mon 22/620:55
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/615:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R17 553
Thu 11/619:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/615:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R17 651
Mon 29/612:40
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/715:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R18 225
Mon 31/820:55
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/1215:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R18 896
Fri 4/921:15
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 19/916:35
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/5R19 403

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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 275

One-way from

R10 545

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 388
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/6-26/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 388 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 108 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 10 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

20:55-13:35

1 stop25h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

11:35-9:00

2 stops36h 25m

R19 616

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

20:25-20:51

2 stops33h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

13:05-10:25

2 stops36h 20m

R19 927
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

23:15-19:20

2 stops29h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 10/6

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

R20 877

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

20:25-21:25

1 stop34h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 10/6

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

R20 926

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

20:55-13:35

1 stop25h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 28/7

15:55-4:00

1 stop27h 05m

R23 481
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

12:40-13:35

1 stop33h 55m

R14 295

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

12:40-13:35

1 stop33h 55m

R14 770

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

9:25-13:35

3 stops37h 10m

R15 506
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

20:55-19:25

2 stops31h 30m

R15 588

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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 64 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 391). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of R22 957). 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?

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 10 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines 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
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 356 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 695 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 968 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 25h 40m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Delta, or KLM 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 938 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Virgin Atlantic, starting at R15 404 and R15 541 round-trip. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 17% 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 565. 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 391). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of R22 957). 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 10 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 938AverageR15 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapestR15 404AverageR16 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 541AverageR16 710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 703AverageR16 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 805AverageR17 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 847AverageR16 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR15 933AverageR16 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 481AverageR17 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 606AverageR20 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 772AverageR23 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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