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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from $712

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8:45 pm - 3:50 pm
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JNB
34h 05m
2 stops
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5:00 pm - 7:35 pm
JNB
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SFO
36h 35m
2 stops
$1,149Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9
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11:59 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
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JNB
30h 51m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 9:39 pm
JNB
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SFO
43h 34m
2 stops
$1,149Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 3
Kenya Airways Logo
10:35 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
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JNB
32h 15m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 pm - 6:17 pm
JNB
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SFO
39h 07m
2 stops
$1,187Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Kenya Airways Logo
11:49 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
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JNB
31h 01m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 1:38 pm
JNB
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SFO
30h 38m
2 stops
$1,197Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Nov 5
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3:55 pm - 4:00 am
SFO
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JNB
27h 05m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:50 pm - 1:35 pm
JNB
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SFO
53h 45m
2 stops
$1,271Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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3:55 pm - 9:10 am
SFO
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JNB
32h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:10 am - 1:35 pm
JNB
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SFO
43h 25m
2 stops
$1,300Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 13
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6:45 pm - 10:15 am
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JNB
30h 30m
1 stop
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6:50 pm - 5:30 pm
JNB
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SFO
31h 40m
1 stop
$1,384Turkish Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:45 pm - 10:30 am
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JNB
30h 45m
1 stop
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6:00 pm - 10:50 am
JNB
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SFO
25h 50m
1 stop
$1,384Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
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4:40 pm - 4:15 pm
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JNB
38h 35m
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10:05 am - 2:00 pm
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36h 55m
1 stop
$1,459Emirates
Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8
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4:40 pm - 4:15 pm
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38h 35m
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10:05 am - 2:00 pm
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36h 55m
1 stop
$1,485Emirates
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 20

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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Sep 29
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
27h 05m
1 stop
JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 6
JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
53h 45m
2 stops
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$1,271
Qatar Airways
Sep 7
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
32h 15m
1 stop
JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 13
JNB3:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
43h 25m
2 stops
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$1,300
Qatar Airways
Oct 19
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
32h 15m
1 stop
JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 2
JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 10m
2 stops
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,364

Kenya Airways flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Kenya Airways deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Sep 22
SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco
32h 15m
2 stops
JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 29
JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
39h 07m
2 stops
SFO6:17 pmSan Francisco
$1,187
Kenya Airways
Nov 10
SFO8:55 pmSan Francisco
41h 30m
2 stops
JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 22
JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
34h 34m
2 stops
SFO12:39 pmSan Francisco
$1,197
Kenya Airways
Sep 1
SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco
32h 15m
2 stops
JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 14
JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
35h 42m
2 stops
SFO2:52 pmSan Francisco
$1,205

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

8:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/9

5:00 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$1,149

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

11:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/3

12:05 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops43h 34m

$1,149

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

10:35 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/29

12:10 pm-6:17 pm

2 stops39h 07m

$1,187

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/12

11:49 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/5

5:00 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$1,197

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

3:55 pm-4:00 am

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

4:50 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops53h 45m

$1,271

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 9/7

3:55 pm-9:10 am

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/13

3:10 am-1:35 pm

2 stops43h 25m

$1,300

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 10/11

6:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

6:50 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,384
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/16

6:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop25h 50m

$1,384

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 8/30

4:40 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop38h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/8

10:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$1,459

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

4:40 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop38h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

10:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$1,485

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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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 $1,282 to $1,640.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,149.

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 $1,178.

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 $1,391 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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Fastest flight time

27h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg takes 27h 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 27h 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?

  • 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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Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $691Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,452 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $778Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,627 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $842Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,483 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $854Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,837 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $867Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,130 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $869Free CancellationRating
7.5
695 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $874Free CancellationRating
6.7
312 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $971Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,550 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,088Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,743 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,101Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,042 reviews
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