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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco from R12 506

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SFO
Apr 20 — Apr 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to San Francisco are usually found in February or May, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 804

One-way from

R12 506

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 302
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/6-7/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
2/5
  • 2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 54m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R49 439 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 965 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Mon 9/617:55JNB - SFO
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/712:40SFO - JNB
1 stop36h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/4R17 804
Wed 14/520:40JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 6/621:20SFO - JNB
1 stop28h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/4R18 353
Fri 14/1119:45JNB - SFO
2 stops33h 51mDelta
Fri 6/211:30SFO - JNB
1 stop21h 30mDelta
Deal found 14/4R18 447
Wed 14/518:50JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/610:00SFO - JNB
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R18 731
Mon 5/523:15JNB - SFO
2 stops29h 43mKLM
Mon 12/510:00SFO - JNB
2 stops26h 20mKLM
Deal found 15/4R19 904
Sun 4/518:50JNB - SFO
1 stop32h 45mAir France
Mon 12/520:25SFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mAir France
Deal found 15/4R20 283
Wed 30/421:20JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/57:06SFO - JNB
2 stops25h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4R20 302
Mon 28/421:15JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 10/516:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/4R20 396
Fri 2/512:10JNB - SFO
2 stops41h 29mKenya Airways
Sat 10/522:45SFO - JNB
2 stops51h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R21 361
Tue 29/419:35JNB - SFO
1 stop29h 35mSWISS
Sat 10/519:40SFO - JNB
2 stops52h 40mSWISS
Deal found 14/4R22 194
Mon 21/413:55JNB - SFO
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 2/515:55SFO - JNB
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R26 867
Fri 14/1113:45JNB - SFO
3 stops36h 29mSingapore Airlines
Fri 6/221:40SFO - JNB
2 stops46h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R27 283

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

17:55-16:40

1 stop31h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

12:40-10:35

1 stop36h 55m

R17 804

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

20:40-14:15

1 stop26h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 6/6

21:20-10:20

1 stop28h 00m

R18 353

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

18:50-12:50

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

6:15-19:40

1 stop28h 25m

R18 561

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

18:50-15:15

2 stops29h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 6/6

10:00-21:20

2 stops26h 20m

R18 731

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

23:15-19:58

2 stops29h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

10:00-21:20

2 stops26h 20m

R19 904

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

18:50-18:35

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

20:25-8:30

1 stop27h 05m

R20 283

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/4

21:20-14:09

1 stop25h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 7/5

0:43-17:45

2 stops32h 02m

R20 302

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/4

21:15-13:50

1 stop25h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 10/5

16:20-7:00

1 stop29h 40m

R20 396

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/5

12:10-20:39

2 stops41h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 10/5

22:45-10:55

2 stops51h 10m

R21 361

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/4

19:35-16:10

1 stop29h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 10/5

19:40-9:20

2 stops52h 40m

R22 194

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco (average of R907). Flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 212). 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 Johannesburg 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 15 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg 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 to San Francisco?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg 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.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 15 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from Johannesburg to San Francisco. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg 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?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 12 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 19,0 km journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at R17 804, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg to San Francisco and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Atlantic and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R18 353 and R18 561, respectively. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 12% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R13 320 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from R13 888 and RwandAir from R14 890 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco (average of R907). Flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 212). 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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SWISSCheapestR15 563AverageR17 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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DeltaCheapestR16 750AverageR19 825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 818AverageR19 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 118AverageR19 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 243AverageR21 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 428AverageR19 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 473AverageR18 119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 905AverageR20 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR19 305AverageR28 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 394AverageR23 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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