$797+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jul 18 — Jul 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to JohannesburgExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/912:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,154
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/228:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sat 10/1012:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/16![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,190
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1110:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops40h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/275:25 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops46h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/13![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,197
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/18:25 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/191:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops46h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,198
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops47h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/2212:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 42m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/14![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3011:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/71:15 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops44h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/14![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,231
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Mon 10/129:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/2712:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 33m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/17![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,254
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/54:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/2111:30 am
HLA
- SFO
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,781
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/194:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/1412:05 pm
HLA
- SFO
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,861
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/15:05 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops54h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/812:05 pm
HLA
- SFO
2 stops58h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,934
Best flights from San Francisco to JohannesburgDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/126:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/236:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/167:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 10/2610:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,653
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1810:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops35h 55m
Delta
Sun 10/259:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/15![Delta logo]()
$1,653
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/18:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Tue 10/2011:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 03m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,671
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 9/68:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 04m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/15![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,708
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/54:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/2111:30 am
HLA
- SFO
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,781
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/196:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/225:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,549
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/61:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 10m
KLM
Mon 1/1811:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 03m
KLM
Deal found 6/17![KLM logo]()
$1,704
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 9/31:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Delta
Sat 9/511:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
Delta
Deal found 6/13![Delta logo]()
$1,715
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/36:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 12/196:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,590
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/194:30 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/1412:05 pm
HLA
- SFO
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,861
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/41:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Thu 7/1611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,726
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/66:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/186:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,599
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/58:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Thu 7/1611:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,727
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/15:05 pm
SFO
- HLA
2 stops54h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/812:05 pm
HLA
- SFO
2 stops58h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,934
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to JohannesburgDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Data last updated June 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Data last updated June 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/14:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/86:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,662
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/14:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Condor
Wed 7/86:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Deal found 6/13![Condor logo]()
$1,678
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 7/312:45 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 10/2110:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,687
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/411:15 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Delta
Wed 10/219:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/14![Delta logo]()
$1,681
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/41:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Wed 10/2111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 34m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,703
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1211:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops50h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 10/251:35 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops49h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,632
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/126:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/266:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,634
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/146:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/266:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,574
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/154:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops47h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/265:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 31m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,630
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1611:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/265:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 38m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/15![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,696
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 7/286:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/172:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,628
One-way flights from San Francisco to JohannesburgSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/126:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$797
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2311:45 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop46h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$811
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1512:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$814
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 9/1012:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$815
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/246:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$839
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/95:20 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$845
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/236:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$861
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$871
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/286:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$878
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/233:51 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops42h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$880
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/126:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
3 stops34h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$887
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 June 18, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,154 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $797 (oojo) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,502 |
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Route
Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Mon 10/12
6:45 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 10/23
6:00 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,414
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sat 9/19
6:45 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 9/22
5:55 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop31h 45m
$1,549
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 12/3
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 12/19
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,590
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 12/6
6:35 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/18
6:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 40m
$1,599
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 10/16
7:00 am-6:30 pm
1 stop26h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 10/26
10:00 pm-5:18 pm
2 stops28h 18m
$1,653
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 10/18
10:45 pm-7:40 pm
2 stops35h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/25
9:55 pm-5:11 pm
1 stop28h 16m
$1,653
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
8:10 pm-10:20 am
1 stop29h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/20
11:15 pm-8:18 pm
2 stops30h 03m
$1,671
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 12/6
1:50 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop22h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/18
11:55 pm-8:58 pm
2 stops31h 03m
$1,704
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 9/4
6:00 am-7:40 pm
1 stop28h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 9/6
8:15 pm-9:19 pm
2 stops34h 04m
$1,708
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO - JNB
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Thu 9/3
1:45 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop22h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 9/5
11:15 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 30m
$1,715
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg (average of $664). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,027). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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 June 18, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,363 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$854 | Average$1,243 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$858 | Average$1,391 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,299 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$874 | Average$1,283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,210 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,017 | Average$1,124 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,057 | Average$1,519 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,088 | Average$1,305 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,151 | Average$1,618 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |