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$921+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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OAK — JNB
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,485
(British Airways)

One-way from

$921
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,591
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 12/82:35 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops33h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 1/1910:00 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops29h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 12/101:15 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops60h 35mDelta
Wed 1/219:55 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/28$1,492
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:05 amOAK - JNB
2 stops35h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 11/181:45 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,553
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/89:28 amOAK - JNB
2 stops45h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/178:25 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$2,255
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 8/16:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops41h 50mAir France
Sun 8/36:50 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops30h 24mAir France
Deal found 7/28$2,431

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

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Oakland

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OR Tambo

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Return

Price

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Mon 12/8

2:35 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

10:00 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops29h 43m

$1,485

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Wed 12/10

1:15 pm-11:50 am

2 stops60h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

9:55 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops35h 58m

$1,492

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Tue 11/4

11:05 am-8:40 am

2 stops35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/18

1:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 14m

$1,553

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Fri 8/8

9:28 am-4:10 pm

2 stops45h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/17

8:25 pm-6:33 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$2,255

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Wed 1/21

10:10 am-3:55 am

2 stops31h 45m

$921

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Tue 8/5

9:28 am-9:25 am

2 stops38h 57m

$15,458

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Deals found on 7/29

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Oakland, California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Oakland to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Delta, Qatar Airways, and British Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
6.6
Okay
7,208 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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

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

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Oakland. Booking flights from Oakland (OAK) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 0 different airlines.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Oakland, California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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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