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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R14 473

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Apr 30 — May 71
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or February, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 25 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R21 663

One-way from

R14 473

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R27 407
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 1/6-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • San Francisco to Johannesburg
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SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 50m total
  • San Francisco to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 188 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R8 606 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 April 2025.

Wed 26/1118:50SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 20/1219:05JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4R21 588
Sun 1/616:35SFO - JNB
1 stop31h 50mBritish Airways
Fri 20/619:25JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4R21 663
Tue 18/1114:45SFO - JNB
1 stop33h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 5/1219:50JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R21 756
Fri 21/1122:55SFO - JNB
1 stop46h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/1211:05JNB - SFO
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R22 057
Mon 6/1021:00SFO - JNB
2 stops42h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 19/101:15JNB - SFO
2 stops50h 39mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R22 226
Fri 2/519:30SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mSWISS
Sun 18/519:35JNB - SFO
1 stop29h 35mSWISS
Deal found 25/4R22 695
Sun 31/86:05SFO - JNB
2 stops41h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 24/99:50JNB - SFO
2 stops42h 32mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R22 808
Thu 20/1116:28SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/1219:45JNB - SFO
1 stop29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/4R23 146
Mon 6/105:00SFO - JNB
2 stops27h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 20/1019:00JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R23 239
Fri 2/519:30SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/510:40JNB - SFO
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R23 483
Mon 6/1022:45SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/1014:30JNB - SFO
3 stops36h 19mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R23 934
Thu 15/57:10SFO - JNB
2 stops29h 10mKLM
Thu 22/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops34h 01mKLM
Deal found 25/4R24 891

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo 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 25 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 1/6

16:35-9:25

1 stop31h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/6

19:25-13:50

1 stop27h 25m

R21 663

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 6/10

21:00-0:15

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

1:15-18:54

2 stops50h 39m

R22 226

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 30/7

18:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

17:55-16:40

1 stop31h 45m

R22 601

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

6:05-8:20

2 stops41h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

9:50-19:22

2 stops42h 32m

R22 808

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 6/10

5:00-17:45

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

19:00-12:40

1 stop26h 40m

R23 239

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 16/5

19:30-9:20

1 stop28h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

19:35-16:10

1 stop29h 35m

R23 896

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 6/10

22:45-13:05

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

14:30-17:49

3 stops36h 19m

R23 934

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 16/5

15:55-8:35

2 stops31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

19:35-16:10

1 stop29h 35m

R24 009

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 16/9

15:55-8:10

3 stops55h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

11:30-13:35

2 stops35h 05m

R24 535

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 15/5

7:10-21:20

2 stops29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

23:15-0:16

2 stops34h 01m

R24 891

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 5 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 SFO to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 25 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and SWISS. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 920 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 920 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 920 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 334 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 920 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 920 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
850 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 920 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 562 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 920 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19,0 km from the centre of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 1 airline has flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from San Francisco on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R21 663. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from R22 226, and Turkish Airlines, from R22 601. Users have found that British Airways is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are SWISS (R14 473), RwandAir (R15 261), and United Airlines (R17 251).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR18 334AverageR24 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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