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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg from $624

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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
$1,022Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 14
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7:25 pm - 10:30 amSFO-JNB
29h 05m1 stop
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8:15 pm - 4:30 pmJNB-SFO
30h 15m1 stop
$1,027SWISS
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Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8
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7:25 pm - 10:30 amSFO-JNB
29h 05m1 stop
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8:15 pm - 5:30 pmJNB-SFO
30h 15m1 stop
$1,028SWISS
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Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 12
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7:25 pm - 10:30 amSFO-JNB
29h 05m1 stop
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8:15 pm - 5:30 pmJNB-SFO
30h 15m1 stop
$1,040SWISS
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Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 11
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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
$1,050Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12
Delta Logo
11:50 am - 7:00 pmSFO-JNB
21h 10m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 9:46 pmJNB-SFO
32h 51m1 stop
$1,056Delta
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Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Mar 10
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11:40 am - 7:00 pmSFO-JNB
21h 20m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 9:48 pmJNB-SFO
33h 53m1 stop
$1,057Virgin Atlantic
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Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Feb 1
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6:50 pm - 10:50 amSFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
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7:05 pm - 12:05 pmJNB-SFO
26h 00m1 stop
$1,059Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Mar 20
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-JNB
35h 30m2 stops
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9:55 pm - 5:52 pmJNB-SFO
28h 57m2 stops
$1,061Delta
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Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Mar 10
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11:30 am - 7:40 pmSFO-JNB
23h 10m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 12:15 amJNB-SFO
35h 20m1 stop
$1,062Delta
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Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 10

SWISS flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

Our best SWISS deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flight tickets
SWISS
Feb 1
SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 8
JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
$1,027
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SWISS
Feb 3
SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco
29h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 8
JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
$1,028
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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
Jan 30
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 20
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m
1 stop
SFO12:05 pmSan Francisco
$1,059
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 12
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 16
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$1,082
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 30
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
35h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Dec 7
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 40m
1 stop
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
$1,097
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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 12, 2025.
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SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

6:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

5:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,022

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

7:25 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

8:15 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,027

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

7:25 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

8:15 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,028

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

7:25 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

8:15 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,040

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

6:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

5:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,050

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

11:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

9:55 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop32h 51m

$1,056

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

11:40 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

9:55 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop33h 53m

$1,057

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/20

7:05 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$1,059

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

9:30 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

9:55 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops28h 57m

$1,061

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

11:30 am-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

9:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,062

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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 $1,170, 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 $1,348 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 $1,246 on momondo.

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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 21h 20m 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
1,058 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,000Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,044 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,028Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,516 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,029Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,661 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,070Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,410 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,078Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $1,085Free CancellationRating
6.8
286 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,135Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,009 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,151Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,015 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $1,213Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,784 reviews
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