Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco from $736

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10:00 pm - 8:56 pmJNB-SFO
32h 56m2 stops
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3:30 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
32h 55m2 stops
$966American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
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10:00 pm - 6:24 pmJNB-SFO
30h 24m2 stops
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3:30 pm - 7:35 amSFO-JNB
30h 05m2 stops
$969American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 7:30 pmJNB-SFO
31h 30m2 stops
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5:30 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
30h 55m1 stop
$970American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 20
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 2:40 pmJNB-SFO
26h 40m1 stop
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4:30 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-JNB
33h 40m2 stops
$981Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 2
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 2:40 pmJNB-SFO
26h 40m1 stop
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12:30 am - 10:05 pmSFO-JNB
35h 35m2 stops
$983Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 12:40 pmJNB-SFO
26h 55m1 stop
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12:43 am - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
31h 52m2 stops
$994United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Sun, Jan 18
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10:00 pm - 3:00 pmJNB-SFO
27h 00m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 7:35 amSFO-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
$1,109British Airways
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
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10:00 pm - 3:00 pmJNB-SFO
27h 00m1 stop
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8:46 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
51h 39m2 stops
$1,460British Airways
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Sun, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 3
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 12:40 pmJNB-SFO
26h 55m1 stop
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12:30 am - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
32h 05m2 stops
$1,766United Airlines
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Sun, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 2
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7:05 pm - 11:05 amJNB-SFO
26h 00m1 stop
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6:50 pm - 10:50 amSFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
$1,776Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 30

American Airlines flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Our best American Airlines deals on Johannesburg to San Francisco flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 20
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
32h 56m
2 stops
SFO8:56 pmSan Francisco
Nov 24
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
32h 55m
2 stops
JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
American Airlines
Nov 20
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 24m
2 stops
SFO6:24 pmSan Francisco
Nov 24
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
30h 05m
2 stops
JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
American Airlines
Nov 17
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 30m
2 stops
SFO7:30 pmSan Francisco
Jan 20
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
30h 55m
1 stop
JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Delta flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on Johannesburg to San Francisco flight tickets
Delta
Nov 24
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
Dec 2
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
33h 40m
2 stops
JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Delta
Nov 24
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
Dec 1
SFO12:30 amSan Francisco
35h 35m
2 stops
JNB10:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Delta
Oct 31
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 16m
2 stops
SFO10:16 pmSan Francisco
Nov 7
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
32h 55m
2 stops
JNB8:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

10:00 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops32h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

3:30 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 55m

$966

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

10:00 pm-6:24 pm

2 stops30h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

3:30 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 05m

$969

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/17

10:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

5:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 55m

$970

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

10:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

4:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$981

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

10:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

12:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$983

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/17

7:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

12:43 am-6:35 pm

2 stops31h 52m

$994

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

5:30 pm-7:35 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,109

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/21

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

8:46 pm-10:25 am

2 stops51h 39m

$1,460

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/21

7:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 1/2

12:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,766

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/28

7:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop26h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

$1,776

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $983.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to San Francisco is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $1,037. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,299.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Johannesburg to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $1,033. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,177.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,051 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg for as low as $980 on momondo.

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There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to San Francisco.
  • How far is Johannesburg to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 10532.9 mi away from Johannesburg. By plane, this route typically takes 26h 00m.

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $917Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,031 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $922Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $928Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $973Free CancellationRating
7.5
671 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $994Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,487 reviews
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