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Cheap flights from Oakland (OAK) to Johannesburg from $980

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OAK — JNB
May 25 — Jun 11
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg?

To save on the cost of your flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg, book at least 48 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 35% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,457 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,594.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland, California to Johannesburg?

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to Johannesburg from Oakland, California. Prices for January average $1,487 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,058. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a January flight can save you 25% on your journey compared to booking in July

When is the cheapest time to fly from Oakland, California to Johannesburg (OAK - JNB)?

When flying from Oakland, California to Johannesburg, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Oakland to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Oakland and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Qatar Airways flights we've come across from Oakland to Johannesburg. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Mon 9/26:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 9/98:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops30h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,600
Wed 6/266:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 7/148:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,027
Thu 6/136:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 6/178:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,135
Tue 7/26:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 7/311:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops39h 02mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,275
Fri 6/286:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 7/128:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,340
Thu 6/276:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 7/61:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,477
Mon 7/16:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 7/308:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,871
Sun 8/186:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 8/268:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$5,257
Sun 7/286:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 8/138:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops32h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$7,149

Cheap British Airways flights from Oakland to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Oakland and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced British Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Oakland to Johannesburg. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 6/1410:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops38h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 6/217:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,863
Wed 7/242:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 8/107:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,150
Mon 9/23:01 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops33h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 9/237:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,155
Sat 8/172:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops55h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 8/259:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/19$5,345
Wed 6/1910:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops38h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 7/189:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/19$7,797

Cheap Oakland to Johannesburg flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Oakland to Johannesburg specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Prices were last updated on May 20, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Oakland to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/1410:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops38h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 6/217:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,863
Wed 6/266:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 7/148:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,027
Thu 6/136:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 6/178:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,135
Wed 5/2210:40 amOAK - JNB
2 stops45h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 6/28:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/20$2,165
Wed 5/226:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 6/71:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,272
Fri 6/286:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 7/128:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,340
Thu 6/276:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 7/61:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,477
Fri 6/1410:55 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 05mDelta
Fri 6/216:50 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops30h 18mDelta
Deal found 5/20$2,709
Fri 6/1410:55 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 05mDelta
Fri 6/219:55 pmJNB - OAK
1 stop32h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/20$3,100

Oakland to Johannesburg 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Oakland and Johannesburg in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Oakland to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 9/12:50 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops58h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/81:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,401
Mon 9/26:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 9/98:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops30h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,600
Fri 6/1410:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops38h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 6/217:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,863
Wed 6/266:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 7/148:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,027
Thu 6/136:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 6/178:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,135
Wed 7/242:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 8/107:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,150
Mon 9/23:01 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops33h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 9/237:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,155
Wed 5/2210:40 amOAK - JNB
2 stops45h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 6/28:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/20$2,165
Wed 5/226:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 6/71:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,272

One-way flights to Johannesburg from Oakland

Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Oakland to Johannesburg. Those needing a return flight from Oakland to Johannesburg can use the search form above.
Wed 9/47:25 pmOAK - JNB
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$980
Sun 9/16:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,064
Sat 9/710:45 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops37h 35mKLM
Deal found 5/18$1,066
Sun 9/110:45 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,086
Fri 9/65:15 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops64h 45mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,097
Thu 9/56:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,114
Fri 9/610:45 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,137
Thu 9/510:45 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,175
Sat 6/156:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,212

Find flights from Oakland to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.

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OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Sun 9/1

2 stops58h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

2 stops37h 07m

$1,401

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Mon 9/2

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/9

2 stops30h 27m

$1,600

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Fri 6/14

2 stops38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/21

2 stops37h 35m

$1,863

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Wed 6/26

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/14

2 stops36h 40m

$2,027

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Thu 6/13

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/17

2 stops36h 40m

$2,135

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Wed 7/24

2 stops31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/10

2 stops37h 35m

$2,150

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Mon 9/2

2 stops33h 24m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/23

2 stops37h 32m

$2,155

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Tue 7/2

2 stops49h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/31

2 stops39h 02m

$2,275

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Fri 6/14

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/21

2 stops30h 18m

$2,709

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Deals found on 5/19

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Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated May 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Oakland to Johannesburg, such as Qatar Airways, British Airways and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,635 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,635 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,635 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,558 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,635 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,376 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,635 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,824 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,635 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Oakland to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Oakland. Oakland (OAK) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city. Oakland is the only Oakland airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 0 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Oakland on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Oakland, California to Johannesburg for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Oakland, California to Johannesburg for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,401, but on average you can expect to pay $3,549.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to Johannesburg one-way?

    $1,064 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $1,066 and $1,212, respectively.

  • What does OAK to JNB mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Oakland Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a OAK to JNB flight. Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Johannesburg that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Oakland to Johannesburg flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Oakland to Johannesburg with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Oakland to Johannesburg flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Oakland to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Oakland to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Oakland to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Johannesburg that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Oakland to Johannesburg offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Oakland to Johannesburg?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Oakland to Johannesburg flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Oakland, California to Johannesburg flight deals updated?

    The Oakland, California to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/20.

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