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$688+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/283:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/107:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,852
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Sat 12/2011:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/277:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,913
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Sat 12/2011:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/287:45 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,937
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2011:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2910:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops36h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,974
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/282:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops36h 05mDelta
Sat 1/107:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/14$2,051
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Sun 12/214:17 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 08mBritish Airways
Mon 1/127:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/13$2,100
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1911:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2710:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$2,113
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1911:35 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/287:45 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$2,188

Find flight deals from Salinas to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,014
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$688
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,726
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

7:05 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,051

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

6:25 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/17

10:00 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop25h 22m

$1,057

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

11:56 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

10:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$1,057

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

10:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

9:55 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop29h 48m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/11

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

2:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/7

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,071

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,076

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

2:24 pm-3:50 pm

3 stops39h 26m

$688

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to OR Tambo

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $800). Flying from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 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 December 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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 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 December 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7.5
Good
675 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
9,094 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
4,100 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,580 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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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  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 26h 10m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 10542 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    $536 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $571 and $601, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $800). Flying from Salinas to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Salinas to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to OR Tambo. 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$996Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,007Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,017Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,070Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,098Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,196Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$1,308Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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