HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Johannesburg

$643+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Salinas to Johannesburg with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Johannesburg are usually found in March or May, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$990
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$643
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,324
From Salinas to Johannesburg
Search Deals
One-way flight from Salinas to Johannesburg
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($114 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Salinas to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/273:50 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1010:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$990
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/58:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/910:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$997
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/143:55 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops41h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 10/218:25 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/14$1,036
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/58:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 11/910:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,037
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:15 amSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 11/59:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/14$1,056
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/61:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/137:10 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,058
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop28h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/207:35 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,062
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/297:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/127:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,065
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:35 amSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/2910:25 amJNB - SFO
2 stops36h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,066
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:30 pmSFO - HLA
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/283:40 pmHLA - SFO
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$2,101
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/14:30 pmSFO - HLA
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/1112:05 pmHLA - SFO
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$2,390
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/264:30 pmSFO - HLA
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/129:40 amHLA - SFO
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$2,449

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Johannesburg that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

11:58 am-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/5

9:55 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop29h 27m

$1,056

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

10:35 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/29

3:05 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops30h 03m

$1,066

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

10:35 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/5

3:05 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$1,066

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

11:56 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

8:15 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,086

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

7:15 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/28

7:40 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$1,088

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

10:45 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/4

7:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$1,100

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

9:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/28

7:45 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,102

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

11:59 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/27

7:45 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,112

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

12:43 am-6:35 pm

2 stops31h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

10:25 am-12:15 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$1,120

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

11:56 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/29

3:05 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops30h 03m

$1,121

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/16

Showing 1-10 of 31 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Johannesburg

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Johannesburg?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Salinas to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 S9N to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from Salinas 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on October 13, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic from Salinas to Johannesburg. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
664 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,363 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Johannesburg?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Salinas to Johannesburg in just under 22h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 32m. The distance from Salinas to Johannesburg is about 10542 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Salinas to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Salinas to Johannesburg

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Los Angeles to Sun City Resort flights
San Francisco to Cape Town flights
Los Angeles to OR Tambo flights
Los Angeles to Cape Town flights
San Jose to Cape Town flights
San Francisco to OR Tambo flights
Oakland to Cape Town flights
Ontario to Cape Town flights
Santa Ana to Cape Town flights
Ontario to OR Tambo flights
Burbank to Cape Town flights
San Diego to OR Tambo flights
San Jose to OR Tambo flights
Santa Ana to OR Tambo flights
San Diego to Cape Town flights
Oakland to OR Tambo flights
Burbank to OR Tambo flights
Fresno to Cape Town flights
Las Vegas to OR Tambo flights
Palm Springs to OR Tambo flights
San Francisco to Lanseria flights
Los Angeles to Durban flights
San Francisco to Durban flights
San Jose to Durban flights
Los Angeles to Port Elizabeth flights
Las Vegas to Cape Town flights
Sacramento to OR Tambo flights
Sacramento to Cape Town flights
Monterey to OR Tambo flights
Reno to Cape Town flights
Long Beach to Cape Town flights
San Francisco to Port Elizabeth flights
San Francisco to Pietermaritzburg flights
Santa Barbara to Cape Town flights
San Francisco to Skukuza flights
Burbank to Durban flights
Fresno to OR Tambo flights
Oakland to Durban flights
Las Vegas to Durban flights
Sacramento to Durban flights
Los Angeles to Nelspruit flights
Monterey to Cape Town flights
San Francisco to Bloemfontein flights
San Diego to Durban flights
San Francisco to George flights

Top 10 airlines flying from Salinas to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$996Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,028Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
KLMCheapest$1,199Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,204Average$1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,213Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$1,267Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.