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11:45 am - 6:35 pm
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45h 50m
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7:50 pm - 9:50 am
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47h 00m
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$971Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 25
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1:45 pm - 9:50 am
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$992Singapore Airlines
Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 26
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$1,013Singapore Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 26
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7:50 pm - 9:10 am
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$1,021Singapore Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 26
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7:50 pm - 10:50 am
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30h 00m
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7:10 pm - 5:45 pm
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$1,026Turkish Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 19
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$1,028Turkish Airlines
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 14
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$1,034Singapore Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, May 9
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$1,038Multiple Airlines
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$1,041Turkish Airlines
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$1,042Singapore Airlines
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Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Singapore Airlines
Aug 5
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
45h 50m
1 stop
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 25
JNB7:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
47h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:50 amSan Francisco
$971
Singapore Airlines
Aug 10
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
45h 50m
1 stop
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 26
JNB1:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 05m
1 stop
SFO9:50 amSan Francisco
$992
Singapore Airlines
May 4
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
46h 35m
1 stop
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 26
JNB7:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
46h 20m
1 stop
SFO9:10 amSan Francisco
$1,013

American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best American Airlines deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 20
SFO7:30 pmSan Francisco
28h 55m
1 stop
JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 26
JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
$1,052
American Airlines
Apr 19
SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco
29h 45m
2 stops
JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 27
JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
$1,057
American Airlines
Apr 22
SFO7:30 pmSan Francisco
28h 55m
1 stop
JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 9
JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 49m
2 stops
SFO7:04 pmSan Francisco
$1,062

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San Francisco

Wed 8/5

11:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/25

7:50 pm-9:50 am

1 stop47h 00m

$971

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

11:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/26

1:45 pm-9:50 am

1 stop29h 05m

$992

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

11:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/26

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,013

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

11:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/26

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,021

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

7:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

7:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,026

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

5:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,028

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

11:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,034

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

7:40 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/26

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,038

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

7:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

7:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,041

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

11:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,042

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,074, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,087.

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 $1,304 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 $1,073 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

22h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 22h 35m
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 22h 35m 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.

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  • 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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Air FrancePriceFrom $778Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,534 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $868Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,294 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $869Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,752 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $946Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,208 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $971Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,455 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $996Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,167 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,017Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,220 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,741 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,103Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,307 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $1,116Free CancellationRating
7.5
678 reviews
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