What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

British Airways, Turkish Airlines and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from San Francisco according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Qatar Airways and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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?

As of January 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from 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 license 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.

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11:40 am - 7:00 pm

SFO

JNB

21h 20m

1 stop

9:55 pm - 9:55 pm

JNB

SFO

34h 00m

1 stop

$764Virgin Atlantic

vie., ene. 30 - dom., feb. 8

6:05 am - 7:40 pm

SFO

JNB

28h 35m

2 stops

9:55 pm - 11:12 pm

JNB

SFO

34h 17m

2 stops

$769Delta

lun., may. 11 - mar., may. 26

10:35 pm - 7:40 pm

SFO

JNB

36h 05m

1 stop

9:55 pm - 8:24 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 29m

1 stop

$770Delta

mar., mar. 31 - mar., abr. 14

11:45 pm - 7:40 pm

SFO

JNB

34h 55m

1 stop

9:55 pm - 11:12 pm

JNB

SFO

34h 17m

2 stops

$774Delta

dom., may. 10 - mar., may. 26

1:45 pm - 9:35 pm

SFO

JNB

22h 50m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

JNB

SFO

33h 00m

1 stop

$777Multiple Airlines

mié., may. 27 - jue., jun. 4

1:55 pm - 10:05 pm

SFO

JNB

22h 10m

1 stop

11:59 pm - 11:50 am

JNB

SFO

45h 51m

1 stop

$778KLM

mar., ene. 27 - lun., feb. 9

8:25 am - 7:00 pm

SFO

JNB

24h 35m

2 stops

9:55 pm - 7:49 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 54m

1 stop

$779Kenya Airways

vie., ene. 30 - dom., feb. 8

6:50 pm - 7:40 pm

SFO

JNB

39h 50m

2 stops

9:55 pm - 11:12 pm

JNB

SFO

34h 17m

2 stops

$780Delta

dom., may. 10 - mar., may. 26

10:34 am - 9:20 pm

SFO

JNB

25h 46m

2 stops

11:15 pm - 11:45 am

JNB

SFO

45h 30m

1 stop

$781KLM

dom., may. 3 - mié., may. 20

6:00 am - 10:05 pm

SFO

JNB

30h 05m

2 stops

7:20 pm - 1:25 pm

JNB

SFO

28h 05m

1 stop

$782KLM

mar., ene. 27 - lun., feb. 9

KLM flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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KLM

Jan 27

SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco

22h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 9

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m

1 stop

SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco

$778

KLM

May 3

SFO10:34 amSan Francisco

25h 46m

2 stops

JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 20

JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

45h 30m

1 stop

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

$781

KLM

Jan 27

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

30h 05m

2 stops

JNB10:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 9

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m

1 stop

SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco

$782

Delta flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Delta

May 11

SFO6:05 amSan Francisco

28h 35m

2 stops

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 26

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 17m

2 stops

SFO11:12 pmSan Francisco

$769

Delta

Mar 31

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

36h 05m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 14

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 29m

1 stop

SFO8:24 pmSan Francisco

$770

Delta

May 10

SFO11:45 pmSan Francisco

34h 55m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 26

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 17m

2 stops

SFO11:12 pmSan Francisco

$774

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1 stop34h 00m

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San Francisco

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10:35 pm-7:40 pm

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San Francisco

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1:45 pm-9:35 pm

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1 stop33h 00m

$777

San FranciscoJohannesburg

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San Francisco

mar. 1/27

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$778

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

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San Francisco

vie. 1/30

8:25 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:55 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop31h 54m

$779

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

dom. 5/10

6:50 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/26

9:55 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops34h 17m

$780

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

dom. 5/3

10:34 am-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 5/20

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$781

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

mar. 1/27

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/9

7:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$782

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,128, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,172.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,322 when searching 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 $1,214 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 20m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 21h 20m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Johannesburg.

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How far is San Francisco to Johannesburg by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Johannesburg is 10532.9 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 20m by plane in normal conditions.
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?
As of January 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from 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 license 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,130 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,001	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,676 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,017	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,172 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,029	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,715 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,069	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,440 reviews	Search KLM flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,078	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,132 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,093	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,049 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,164 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $1,196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,848 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,308	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,715 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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