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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from $545

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
4:45 pm - 8:20 am
SFO
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JNB
29h 35m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:40 pm - 2:40 pm
JNB
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SFO
27h 00m
1 stop
$876Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 19
Virgin Atlantic Logo
1:05 pm - 10:05 am
SFO
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JNB
35h 00m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:40 pm - 2:40 pm
JNB
-
SFO
27h 00m
1 stop
$878Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 19
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:45 pm - 10:05 am
SFO
-
JNB
25h 20m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:40 pm - 6:52 pm
JNB
-
SFO
31h 12m
2 stops
$883Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 12:15 am
SFO
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JNB
39h 16m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 1:38 pm
JNB
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SFO
34h 33m
2 stops
$1,155Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
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JNB
34h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 7:35 pm
JNB
-
SFO
36h 35m
2 stops
$1,156Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
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JNB
34h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 9:28 pm
JNB
-
SFO
37h 28m
2 stops
$1,157Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
-
JNB
34h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 7:35 pm
JNB
-
SFO
36h 35m
2 stops
$1,160Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9
Kenya Airways Logo
10:35 pm - 10:55 am
SFO
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JNB
51h 20m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 2:52 pm
JNB
-
SFO
30h 52m
2 stops
$1,197Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22
Kenya Airways Logo
10:45 pm - 10:55 am
SFO
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JNB
51h 10m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 1:38 pm
JNB
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SFO
29h 38m
2 stops
$1,198Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 3:50 pm
SFO
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JNB
30h 51m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 9:28 pm
JNB
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SFO
37h 28m
2 stops
$1,210Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Oct 19

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KLM flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best KLM deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
KLM
Jul 5
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jul 11
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
45h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
$1,725
KLM
Jul 5
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jul 11
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
45h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
$1,726
KLM
Jul 1
SFO8:10 pmSan Francisco
29h 10m
1 stop
JNB10:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jul 6
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
45h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
$1,727

Ethiopian Air flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Jul 3
SFO12:50 amSan Francisco
27h 35m
2 stops
JNB1:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jul 16
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 02m
3 stops
SFO12:32 pmSan Francisco
$2,023
Ethiopian Air
Jul 5
SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco
29h 50m
2 stops
JNB1:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jul 16
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 57m
3 stops
SFO3:27 pmSan Francisco
$2,513
Ethiopian Air
Jul 6
SFO11:05 pmSan Francisco
29h 20m
2 stops
JNB1:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jul 9
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 57m
3 stops
SFO3:27 pmSan Francisco
$2,679

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 11/6

4:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/19

9:40 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$876

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 11/6

1:05 pm-10:05 am

2 stops35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/19

9:40 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$878
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 11/6

10:45 pm-10:05 am

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/19

9:40 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$883

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 10/11

11:59 pm-12:15 am

2 stops39h 16m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

12:05 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops34h 33m

$1,155

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

$1,156

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

8:25 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/12

5:00 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops37h 28m

$1,157

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

$1,160

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

10:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops51h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/22

5:00 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops30h 52m

$1,197

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 10/11

10:45 pm-10:55 am

2 stops51h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

5:00 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops29h 38m

$1,198

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

11:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/19

5:00 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops37h 28m

$1,210

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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 $664, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of July is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $709.

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 $1,363 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 $976 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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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 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.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Air FrancePriceFrom $778Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,614 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $854Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,772 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $858Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,453 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $867Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,071 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $874Free CancellationRating
6.7
306 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $971Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,531 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,017Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,425 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $1,057Free CancellationRating
7.5
690 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,088Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,731 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,151Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,893 reviews
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