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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco from $640

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco departing on 11/23. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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8:15 pm - 3:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,001Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24
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8:15 pm - 3:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,011Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24
United Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 8:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 10m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 6:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$1,033United Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Sep 7
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10:00 pm - 8:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 10m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 6:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
$1,033United Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Fri, Sep 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 4:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
$1,038Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 4:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
$1,040Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 10:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
33h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:30 pm - 7:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,063Delta
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Sep 13
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 10:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
33h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 7:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,070Delta
Sun, Aug 23 - Sat, Sep 12
Condor Logo
6:35 pm - 2:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:30 pm - 7:30 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$2,734Condor
Tue, Aug 25 - Sun, Sep 13
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6:35 pm - 2:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco
28h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Condor Logo
4:30 pm - 7:30 amSFO  San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$3,057Condor
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Sep 13

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Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

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Virgin Atlantic
Sep 7
JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m
1 stop
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
Sep 24
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
28h 40m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,001
Virgin Atlantic
Sep 7
JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m
1 stop
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
Sep 24
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
28h 40m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,011
Virgin Atlantic
Sep 7
JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m
1 stop
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
Sep 24
SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco
33h 30m
2 stops
JNB8:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,053

Air France flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Our best Air France deals on Johannesburg to San Francisco flight tickets
Air France
Dec 17
JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 30m
2 stops
SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco
Jan 27
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
33h 30m
2 stops
JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,092
Air France
Dec 17
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
2 stops
SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco
Jan 27
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
32h 45m
2 stops
JNB11:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,095

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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 August 7, 2026.
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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

8:15 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$1,001

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

8:15 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$1,011

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/25

10:00 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops31h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 9/7

5:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,033

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/25

10:00 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops31h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 9/11

7:05 am-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,033

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/21

6:50 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 1/25

6:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 25m

$1,038

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/21

6:50 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 1/25

6:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 25m

$1,040

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/23

9:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop33h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 9/13

11:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop35h 10m

$1,063

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/23

9:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop33h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

9:55 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$1,070

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/25

6:35 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/13

4:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop30h 00m

$2,734

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/21

6:35 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/13

4:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop30h 00m

$3,057

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and San Francisco?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,083 to $1,430.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,001.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of November, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,018.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 $1,157 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 $988 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to San Francisco flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

26h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco takes 26h 35m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to San Francisco.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to San Francisco

  • How far is Johannesburg to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 10532.6 mi away from Johannesburg. By plane, this route typically takes 26h 35m.

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $892Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,475 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $980Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,502 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,041Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,085 reviews
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CondorPriceFrom $1,720Free CancellationRating
6.5
548 reviews
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