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Cheap flights from Oakland (OAK) to Johannesburg from $1,072

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OAK — JNB
May 12 — May 191
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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 38% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,492 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 $1,488 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,057. 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 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 7, 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
Wed 10/3010:06 amOAK - JNB
2 stops38h 34mQatar Airways
Wed 11/131:40 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,311
Fri 8/166:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 9/68:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops30h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,107
Sun 6/166:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 6/231:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,135
Thu 8/16:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 8/71:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$2,199
Sun 6/236:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 7/158:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,272
Wed 7/36:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 7/248:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,413
Sat 6/812:55 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops35h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 6/228:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,482
Sun 7/76:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 7/148:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$5,284
Sun 7/76:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 7/148:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$5,313

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 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 7, 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.
Wed 6/52:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 6/199:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,818
Thu 8/152:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 9/57:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,923
Wed 6/56:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops40h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 6/129:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$5,330

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 2,689,106 searches. Prices were last updated on May 7, 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.
Wed 6/52:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 6/199:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,818
Sun 6/166:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 6/231:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,135
Sun 6/96:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 6/221:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,152
Sun 6/236:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 7/158:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,272
Fri 5/106:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 5/121:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,384
Sat 6/812:55 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops35h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 6/228:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,482
Wed 6/56:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops40h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 6/129:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$5,330
Wed 5/226:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 6/58:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops30h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$6,432
Wed 5/226:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 6/61:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$7,306

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 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 7, 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.
Wed 10/3010:06 amOAK - JNB
2 stops38h 34mQatar Airways
Wed 11/131:40 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,311
Wed 10/26:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 10/188:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops33h 29mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,399
Sun 9/292:50 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 10/67:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,592
Wed 6/52:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 6/199:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops28h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,818
Thu 8/152:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 9/57:20 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,923
Fri 8/166:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 9/68:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops30h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,107
Sun 6/166:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 6/231:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,135
Sun 6/96:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 6/221:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,152
Fri 8/22:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops55h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 8/99:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$2,159

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 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 7, 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.
Mon 5/135:50 amOAK - JNB
2 stops28h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/6$1,072
Thu 9/266:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,105
Thu 9/2610:45 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/6$1,125
Tue 5/212:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops33h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$11,022

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 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 7, 2024.

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OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Wed 10/30

2 stops38h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/13

2 stops44h 08m

$1,311

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Wed 6/5

2 stops31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/19

2 stops28h 05m

$1,818

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Thu 8/15

2 stops31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/5

2 stops37h 32m

$1,923

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Fri 8/16

2 stops50h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/6

2 stops30h 27m

$2,107

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Sun 6/16

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/23

2 stops43h 20m

$2,135

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Thu 8/1

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

2 stops35h 35m

$2,199

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Sun 6/23

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/15

2 stops28h 55m

$2,272

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Wed 7/3

2 stops50h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/24

2 stops28h 55m

$2,413

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Sat 6/8

2 stops35h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/22

2 stops36h 40m

$2,482

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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 7, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Oakland to Johannesburg, such as Qatar Airways and British Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
4,439 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
6,873 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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 $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Oakland, California to Johannesburg for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,311, but on average you can expect to pay $4,333.

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

    $1,072 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and British Airways, with prices starting from $1,105 and $11,022, 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 5/7.

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