How long is the flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

A quick flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 27h 15m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,088. San Francisco and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 10542 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

Currently priced at $981, Turkish Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $996 and $1,028, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

When booking a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Air France or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is London. London is followed by Istanbul in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport layover in Doha least frequently.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $41 per day.

What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

Istanbul travelers tend to visit Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii more than any other notable places. Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii can be visited by traveling about 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi respectively from Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 19% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The best pricing can be found in the month of March. Prices to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco average $1,373. You can even find prices in March for less than $1,373, as users have found deals to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from as low as $994. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 31%.

What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 15 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between $1,226 and $1,608 in November. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $982 on British Airways (Nov 3-Nov 18).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

Mon 11/35:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop28h 05mBritish Airways

Tue 11/1810:00 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/11

$982

Mon 11/33:30 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops30h 05mAmerican Airlines

Tue 11/1810:00 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$992

Wed 11/55:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop30h 55mAmerican Airlines

Sun 11/910:00 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops30h 26mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$997

Mon 10/67:20 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways

Tue 10/217:25 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,030

Mon 10/64:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop31h 55mAmerican Airlines

Tue 10/219:15 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop25h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$1,037

Mon 10/63:55 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops41h 45mQatar Airways

Tue 10/218:25 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,042

Tue 10/289:40 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop24h 55mAmerican Airlines

Fri 11/77:35 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops31h 47mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,047

Tue 10/287:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines

Fri 11/77:05 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,053

Wed 11/268:40 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop27h 45mAmerican Airlines

Sat 12/2010:00 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops30h 34mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$1,062

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Sun 10/57:25 amSFO - JNB

1 stop27h 15mDelta

Sun 10/1911:30 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 15mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,088

Tue 9/234:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways

Tue 10/287:35 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop33h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,104

Sat 10/119:20 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/217:00 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops37h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$1,156

Sat 10/410:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop35h 50mDelta

Sun 10/1911:30 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 15mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,101

Sat 10/119:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop36h 50mDelta

Tue 10/216:50 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops33h 40mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$1,103

Sat 10/410:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop35h 50mDelta

Sat 10/188:40 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops33h 00mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,114

Sun 10/56:15 amSFO - JNB

1 stop28h 25mDelta

Wed 10/1511:15 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 30mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,138

Mon 10/66:10 amSFO - JNB

1 stop28h 30mDelta

Thu 10/1611:15 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops29h 15mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,148

Sun 10/56:00 amSFO - JNB

2 stops30h 20mDelta

Sat 10/188:40 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops33h 00mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,151

Sat 10/410:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop35h 50mDelta

Wed 10/156:50 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops37h 24mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,155

Sat 10/258:15 amSFO - JNB

1 stop25h 45mDelta

Sat 11/110:00 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops33h 57mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$1,159

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Sun 10/57:25 amSFO - JNB

1 stop27h 15mDelta

Sun 10/1911:30 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 15mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$1,088

Mon 10/67:20 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways

Tue 10/217:25 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,030

Mon 10/64:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop31h 55mAmerican Airlines

Tue 10/219:15 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop25h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$1,037

Mon 10/63:55 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops41h 45mQatar Airways

Tue 10/218:25 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/10

$1,042

Mon 10/610:40 amSFO - JNB

2 stops25h 40mKLM

Tue 10/216:50 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops30h 09mKLM

Deal found 9/10

$1,084

Mon 10/63:55 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops41h 45mQatar Airways

Wed 10/158:25 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/11

$1,086

Mon 10/64:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop31h 55mBritish Airways

Sun 10/199:15 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop25h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/11

$1,087

Sat 10/2510:53 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops26h 32mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/1010:00 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$1,081

Sun 10/262:10 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines

Wed 10/297:05 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,071

Tue 10/289:40 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop24h 55mAmerican Airlines

Fri 11/77:35 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops31h 47mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,047

Tue 10/287:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines

Fri 11/77:05 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,053

One-way flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo
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Sat 11/810:23 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops47h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$619

Fri 11/78:09 pmSFO - JNB

3 stops50h 11mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$627

Fri 11/141:10 pmSFO - JNB

3 stops57h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$635

Sat 11/110:23 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops48h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$636

Tue 11/185:28 pmSFO - JNB

3 stops52h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$648

Wed 11/197:00 amSFO - JNB

3 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$653

Sat 11/2210:17 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops48h 03mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$681

Sat 9/2010:25 pmSFO - JNB

3 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$691

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SFO - JNB

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Sun 10/5

7:25 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

11:30 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 15m

$1,088

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

11:30 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 15m

$1,101

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

9:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/21

6:50 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$1,103

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

4:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/28

7:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,104

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/18

8:40 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$1,114

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

6:15 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,138

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

6:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/16

11:15 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,148

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/18

8:40 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$1,151

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

6:50 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops37h 24m

$1,155

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

9:20 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/21

7:00 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops37h 08m

$1,156

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

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to JNB?

When flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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

7,960 reviews

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

7,960 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

8,937 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

7,960 reviews

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

7,960 reviews

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

7,361 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo?
San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 15 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
A quick flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 27h 15m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,088. San Francisco and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 10542 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $981, Turkish Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $996 and $1,028, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is London. London is followed by Istanbul in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?
Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $41 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?
Istanbul travelers tend to visit Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii more than any other notable places. Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii can be visited by traveling about 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi respectively from Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?
Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport layover in Doha least frequently.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from San Francisco 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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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$981	Average$1,115	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$996	Average$1,125	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
British Airways	Cheapest$1,028	Average$1,439	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,029	Average$1,226	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,078	Average$1,427	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Kenya Airways	Cheapest$1,085	Average$1,262	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,204	Average$1,508	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
SWISS	Cheapest$1,213	Average$1,394	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%
KLM	Cheapest$1,249	Average$1,633	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Air France	Cheapest$1,281	Average$1,491	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%

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

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