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$873+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — JNB
nov. 5 — nov. 121
mié. 11/5
mié. 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated octubre 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,267
(Delta)

One-way from

$873
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,254
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 6, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/196:30 amOAK - JNB
2 stops35h 25mQatar Airways
dom. 11/301:45 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/6$1,670
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/245:53 amOAK - JNB
2 stops40h 42mDelta
dom. 12/2811:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops50h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/234:50 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops53h 45mDelta
dom. 12/2811:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops57h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,683
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/245:53 amOAK - JNB
2 stops40h 42mDelta
mar. 12/3011:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops56h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,756
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/234:50 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops53h 45mDelta
mar. 12/3011:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops56h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/2512:34 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops44h 26mDelta
dom. 12/2811:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops50h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,771
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/2512:34 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops44h 26mDelta
mar. 12/3011:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops56h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,851
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/204:50 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops64h 10mDelta
dom. 12/2811:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops50h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,896
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/226:15 amOAK - JNB
2 stops47h 20mQatar Airways
sáb. 11/291:45 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/6$1,918
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/266:10 amOAK - JNB
2 stops35h 45mQatar Airways
lun. 12/291:45 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,962
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/204:50 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops64h 10mDelta
mar. 12/3011:59 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops56h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,976
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/234:50 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops53h 45mDelta
lun. 12/297:40 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops38h 18mDelta
Deal found 10/4$1,982

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

mié. 2/11

5:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops51h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/15

11:59 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops50h 35m

$1,267

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

mié. 11/19

6:30 am-3:55 am

2 stops35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 11/30

1:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 14m

$1,670

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

mié. 12/24

5:53 am-8:35 am

2 stops40h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 12/28

11:59 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops50h 05m

$1,676

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

mar. 12/23

4:50 pm-8:35 am

2 stops53h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 12/28

11:59 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops57h 59m

$1,683

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

mar. 12/23

4:50 pm-8:35 am

2 stops53h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 12/30

11:59 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops56h 48m

$1,763

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

jue. 12/25

12:34 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops44h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 12/28

11:59 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops50h 05m

$1,771

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

dom. 12/21

5:53 am-7:00 pm

2 stops51h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 12/28

11:59 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops50h 05m

$1,896

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

sáb. 12/20

4:50 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops64h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 12/28

11:59 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops50h 05m

$1,896

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

sáb. 11/22

6:15 am-3:35 pm

2 stops47h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 11/29

1:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 14m

$1,918

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

vie. 12/26

6:10 am-3:55 am

2 stops35h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/29

1:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 14m

$1,962

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to Johannesburg

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg (average of $980). Flying from Oakland, California to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from OAK to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to Johannesburg in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg?

    For as low as $1,670, Delta can have you in Johannesburg from Oakland, California in 35h 25m. Oakland, California and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 10532 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg (average of $980). Flying from Oakland, California to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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