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

Condor, Turkish Airlines, and Air Europa are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Johannesburg

What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Delta, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from San Francisco according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 August 2026, there are 12 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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6:00 am - 7:10 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:20 pm - 5:11 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

29h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$977Delta

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Mar 2

8:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:20 pm - 9:39 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

33h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$977Delta

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27

8:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:55 pm - 11:56 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

35h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$989Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Oct 14

1:50 pm - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:59 pm - 11:45 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

45h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$989KLM

Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Jan 17

1:50 pm - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:59 pm - 11:45 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

45h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$989KLM

Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Jan 18

2:30 pm - 8:25 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles London Heathrow

9:55 pm - 11:56 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

35h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,050Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Oct 14

11:58 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 52m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 9:39 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

38h 39m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,160Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 12

10:55 pm - 12:25 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:25 am - 1:44 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

42h 19m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,163Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

10:30 pm - 12:15 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 3:04 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

31h 04m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,180Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13

10:15 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 3:05 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,185Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

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1:45 pm - 9:20 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:50 pm - 12:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

27h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$990KLM

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

7:00 am - 9:20 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

6:50 pm - 12:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

27h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$995KLM

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

4:30 pm - 7:30 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:35 pm - 2:30 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,454Condor

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

4:30 pm - 7:30 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:35 pm - 6:23 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 48m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,511Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

5:00 am - 6:30 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

10:00 pm - 5:42 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 42m2 stops Newark Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,653United Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

8:50 am - 6:30 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Newark

10:00 pm - 8:17 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

31h 17m2 stops Newark Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,654United Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

11:50 pm - 3:50 pmSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 pm - 9:14 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

54h 04m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,808Kenya Airways

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

4:30 pm - 4:00 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:30 pm - 1:35 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

57h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$5,743Qatar Airways

Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 13

7:00 am - 4:00 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 00m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

1:30 pm - 1:35 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

57h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$6,450Qatar Airways

Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 13

5:00 pm - 7:55 amSFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

53h 55m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare

8:10 pm - 2:10 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

51h 00m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl

$13,828Emirates

Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 13

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Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Kenya Airways

Oct 5

SFO10:30 pmSan Francisco

40h 45m

2 stops

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 13

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 04m

2 stops

SFO3:04 pmSan Francisco

$1,180

Kenya Airways

Oct 19

SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco

32h 35m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 2

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

2 stops

SFO3:05 pmSan Francisco

$1,185

Kenya Airways

Nov 12

SFO9:35 pmSan Francisco

40h 50m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 17

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 39m

2 stops

SFO12:39 pmSan Francisco

$1,191

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Qatar Airways

Sep 21

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 6

JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

52h 50m

2 stops

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,234

Qatar Airways

Sep 8

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 14

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 40m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,441

Qatar Airways

Sep 7

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

27h 05m

1 stop

JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,463

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1 stop22h 10m

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11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

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1:50 pm-10:00 pm

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11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$989

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Wed 9/9

2:30 pm-8:25 am

2 stops32h 55m

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Wed 10/14

9:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop35h 01m

$1,050

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Sun 11/1

11:58 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

5:00 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$1,160

San FranciscoJohannesburg

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Tue 11/10

10:55 pm-12:25 am

2 stops39h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

5:25 am-1:44 pm

2 stops42h 19m

$1,163

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SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/5

10:30 pm-12:15 am

2 stops40h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/13

5:00 pm-3:04 pm

2 stops31h 04m

$1,180

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/19

10:15 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/2

5:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,185

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,360 to $1,734.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $977.

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 $1,088, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,185.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 $1,419 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 $1,167 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$705
Fastest flight time	25h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $705. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $977.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 25h 15m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg

How far is San Francisco to Johannesburg by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Johannesburg is 10532.6 mi. Typically, this will take 25h 15m 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 August 2026, there are 12 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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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,480 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,530 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,993 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,188 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,565 reviews	Search KLM flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $1,027	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,122 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,161	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,219 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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