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6:50 pm - 10:50 amSFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 5:45 pmJNB-SFO
31h 35m1 stop
$1,022Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Mar 5 - Tue, Mar 24
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6:45 pm - 10:35 amSFO-JNB
30h 50m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 4:45 pmJNB-SFO
31h 50m1 stop
$1,045Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 28
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10:35 am - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
22h 00m1 stop
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10:00 pm - 12:51 pmJNB-SFO
24h 51m1 stop
$1,056United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO-JNB
28h 40m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 7:35 pmJNB-SFO
30h 40m1 stop
$1,057Delta
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Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 10
United Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 6:35 pmSFO-JNB
23h 25m2 stops
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10:00 pm - 12:51 pmJNB-SFO
24h 51m1 stop
$1,061United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:40 pmSFO-JNB
28h 40m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 12:15 amJNB-SFO
35h 20m1 stop
$1,062Delta
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Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13
KLM Logo
1:45 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-JNB
22h 35m1 stop
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11:15 pm - 11:45 amJNB-SFO
45h 30m1 stop
$1,068KLM
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Fri, May 1 - Mon, May 11
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1:55 pm - 10:05 pmSFO-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
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11:15 pm - 11:45 amJNB-SFO
45h 30m1 stop
$1,069KLM
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Sun, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 31
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3:00 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-HLA
39h 00m3 stops
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5:55 am - 12:40 pmHLA-SFO
40h 45m2 stops
$1,367Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
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3:40 pm - 4:20 pmSFO-HLA
62h 40m2 stops
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5:55 am - 12:50 pmHLA-SFO
40h 55m2 stops
$1,919Multiple Airlines
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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Mar 5
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 24
JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m
1 stop
SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco
$1,022
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Turkish Airlines
Apr 14
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 28
JNB5:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m
1 stop
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
$1,045
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Turkish Airlines
Apr 30
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
36h 45m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 12
JNB5:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m
1 stop
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
$1,049
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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 4
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
22h 00m
1 stop
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 8
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
24h 51m
1 stop
SFO12:51 pmSan Francisco
$1,056
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United Airlines
Feb 4
SFO9:10 amSan Francisco
23h 25m
2 stops
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 8
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
24h 51m
1 stop
SFO12:51 pmSan Francisco
$1,061
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United Airlines
Dec 25
SFO6:30 amSan Francisco
26h 05m
2 stops
JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 1
JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m
1 stop
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
$1,105
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg 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 November 26, 2025.
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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

7:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,022

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

6:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

5:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,045

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

10:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

10:00 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop24h 51m

$1,056

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

9:55 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$1,057

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

9:10 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

10:00 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop24h 51m

$1,061

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

9:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/11

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,068

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,069

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - HLA

SFOHLA

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

3:00 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops39h 00m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 2/5

5:55 am-12:40 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$1,367

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - HLA

SFOHLA

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

3:40 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops62h 40m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 2/5

5:55 am-12:50 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$1,919

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,180, 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 $1,220.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,398. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Thursday is $1,673.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,430. Flying to Johannesburg in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the morning when prices are around $1,720.

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 $1,345 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 $1,248 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

22h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 22h 10m
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 00m 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.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $996Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,068 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,001Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,059 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,027Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,539 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,029Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,675 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,070Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,422 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,078Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,038 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,125Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,148Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,046 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $1,196Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,794 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,308Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,594 reviews
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