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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from R9 998

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Cheap return flights

These are some of the best return flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
18:45 - 10:35SFO-JNB
30h 50m1 stop
17:55 - 16:40JNB-SFO
31h 45m1 stop
R18 765Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 23
16:10 - 10:00SFO-JNB
32h 50m1 stop
13:55 - 13:50JNB-SFO
32h 55m1 stop
R19 287Qatar Airways
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Wed, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 23
16:10 - 16:10SFO-JNB
39h 00m1 stop
13:55 - 13:50JNB-SFO
32h 55m1 stop
R19 343Qatar Airways
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Thu, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 22
14:10 - 10:50SFO-JNB
35h 40m1 stop
17:55 - 16:40JNB-SFO
31h 45m1 stop
R19 623Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Mar 15 - Wed, Apr 16
23:10 - 7:40SFO-JNB
47h 30m1 stop
11:20 - 22:55JNB-SFO
44h 35m1 stop
R20 574Cathay Pacific
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Mon, May 12 - Sun, Jun 1
19:20 - 7:00SFO-JNB
26h 40m1 stop
21:15 - 17:15JNB-SFO
29h 00m1 stop
R20 612American Airlines
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Sun, May 11 - Thu, May 22
17:49 - 9:25SFO-JNB
30h 36m2 stops
21:15 - 17:15JNB-SFO
29h 00m1 stop
R20 686American Airlines
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Sun, May 11 - Thu, May 22
0:20 - 7:40SFO-JNB
46h 20m1 stop
11:20 - 17:30JNB-SFO
39h 10m1 stop
R20 892Cathay Pacific
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, May 13
20:25 - 10:25SFO-JNB
29h 00m1 stop
20:25 - 17:25JNB-SFO
30h 00m1 stop
R21 059SWISS
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Sun, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 19
19:30 - 9:20SFO-JNB
28h 50m1 stop
19:35 - 17:16JNB-SFO
30h 41m2 stops
R23 130SWISS
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Sun, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 6

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
May 12
SFO23:10San Francisco
47h 30m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 1
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 35m
1 stop
SFO22:55San Francisco
R20 574
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Cathay Pacific
May 6
SFO0:20San Francisco
46h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 13
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 10m
1 stop
SFO17:30San Francisco
R20 892
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Cathay Pacific
Mar 19
SFO23:55San Francisco
46h 45m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 13
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 20m
1 stop
SFO22:40San Francisco
R20 985
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SWISS flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best SWISS deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
SWISS
Mar 16
SFO20:25San Francisco
29h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 19
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m
1 stop
SFO17:25San Francisco
R21 059
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SWISS
Mar 8
SFO19:25San Francisco
29h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 15
JNB15:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
59h 10m
2 stops
SFO17:25San Francisco
R23 093
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SWISS
Mar 30
SFO19:30San Francisco
28h 50m
1 stop
JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 6
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 41m
2 stops
SFO17:16San Francisco
R23 130
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R22 775. The month of November is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around R23 895.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Johannesburg is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R25 262. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R37 756.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R27 005. Flying to Johannesburg in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the evening when prices are around R31 040.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from San Francisco when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R27 118 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from San Francisco for as low as R23 671 on momondo.

Cheap San Francisco to Johannesburg flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Best price found

R9 998

Fastest flight time

21h 10m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Johannesburg

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is R9 998. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R18 765.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 21h 10m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
There is 1 airport near Johannesburg: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

  • How far is San Francisco to Johannesburg by plane?

    San Francisco and Johannesburg are 16951,1 km apart from one another. 25h 06m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R18 218Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 796 reviews
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