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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco from R16 340

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 14/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Jul 11 — Jul 181
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 6 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 042

One-way from

R16 340

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 854
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/8-4/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R29 388 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 296 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 6 July 2025.

Tue 19/817:50JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/918:45SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7R17 042
Thu 20/1122:00JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 24/1117:30SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/7R18 202
Wed 16/718:50JNB - SFO
2 stops32h 29mDelta
Thu 31/75:55SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/7R18 518
Wed 16/718:50JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/713:45SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7R19 133
Wed 16/723:15JNB - SFO
1 stop45h 30mKLM
Thu 31/713:45SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/7R19 168
Tue 19/815:05JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 25/80:43SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7R19 203
Thu 20/1122:05JNB - SFO
2 stops30h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/1122:39SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7R19 256
Sun 17/820:30JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 24/816:05SFO - JNB
1 stop33h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/7R19 713
Sun 17/819:35JNB - SFO
2 stops33h 10mSWISS
Sun 24/819:40SFO - JNB
2 stops52h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/7R24 755
Sun 17/819:10JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 50mEmirates
Sun 24/817:05SFO - JNB
1 stop38h 10mEmirates
Deal found 3/7R25 810
Mon 18/81:25JNB - SFO
2 stops46h 33mKenya Airways
Tue 26/816:10SFO - JNB
2 stops38h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/7R25 915
Tue 19/811:20JNB - SFO
1 stop44h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/91:05SFO - JNB
1 stop45h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7R26 020

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/8

17:50-10:35

1 stop25h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

18:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

R17 042

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

22:00-15:00

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

17:30-7:35

1 stop28h 05m

R18 202

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

18:50-18:19

2 stops32h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 31/7

5:55-21:20

2 stops30h 25m

R18 518

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

18:50-14:50

2 stops29h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 31/7

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

R19 133

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 31/7

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

R19 168

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/8

15:05-11:13

2 stops29h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 25/8

0:43-17:45

2 stops32h 02m

R19 203

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

22:05-18:41

2 stops30h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

22:39-10:20

2 stops25h 41m

R19 256

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/8

20:30-14:15

1 stop26h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 24/8

16:05-10:05

1 stop33h 00m

R19 713

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/8

19:35-19:45

2 stops33h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 24/8

19:40-9:20

2 stops52h 40m

R24 755

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/8

19:10-14:00

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 24/8

17:05-16:15

1 stop38h 10m

R25 810

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

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 40 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco (average of R907). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 204). 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 OR Tambo 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 6 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 6 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Delta, andKLM 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.

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 12 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 19,0 km from San Francisco’s city centre.

  • 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 R17 042 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Delta, starting at R18 202 and R18 518 round-trip. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 8% 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 Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R16 340. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and British Airways, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco (average of R907). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 204). 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 452AverageR16 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 033AverageR19 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 225AverageR16 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 321AverageR17 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 329AverageR18 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 938AverageR18 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR17 004AverageR18 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 592AverageR19 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR18 009AverageR22 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 511AverageR21 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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