What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Paris (CDG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,310.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 26m.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 26h 55m.

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 22h 35m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,069. San Francisco and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 10542 mi.

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

Currently priced at $996, Cathay Pacific will fly you from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,006 and $1,028, respectively. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Qatar Airways ($536), American Airlines ($571), and Cathay Pacific ($601).

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 British Airways, Turkish Airlines or United Airlines 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 $29 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 $34 per day.

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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. 13 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?

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.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo
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 December 12, 2025.

Tue 12/301:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Sat 1/1710:00 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops35h 47mDelta

Deal found 12/10

$1,146

Tue 12/301:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Fri 1/1611:59 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops31h 00mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$1,222

Mon 12/291:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Fri 1/1610:00 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops35h 25mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$1,224

Mon 12/291:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Sat 1/1711:59 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops30h 59mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$1,298

Sun 12/281:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mDelta

Thu 1/157:20 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops38h 08mDelta

Deal found 12/10

$1,320

Tue 12/305:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop30h 55mBritish Airways

Thu 1/1510:00 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/10

$1,331

Tue 12/305:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop30h 55mBritish Airways

Fri 1/1610:00 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops27h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/10

$1,345

Mon 12/295:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop28h 05mBritish Airways

Fri 1/167:35 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/10

$1,376

Mon 12/295:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop28h 05mAmerican Airlines

Fri 1/167:35 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops31h 49mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,381

Best flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Thu 4/301:45 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 35mKLM

Tue 5/1211:15 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 30mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$1,069

Fri 5/11:45 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 35mKLM

Mon 5/1111:15 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 30mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$1,069

Tue 1/273:40 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop34h 30mKLM

Mon 2/911:59 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mKLM

Deal found 12/9

$1,071

Wed 2/111:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Sat 2/2111:59 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$1,071

Sat 3/147:00 amSFO - JNB

2 stops30h 05mKLM

Mon 3/306:00 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop27h 50mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$1,075

Sat 1/246:00 amSFO - JNB

2 stops30h 05mKLM

Fri 1/3011:59 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$1,075

Wed 2/47:00 amSFO - JNB

2 stops29h 05mKLM

Sun 2/87:20 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops30h 49mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$1,085

Last-minute flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo
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Wed 1/146:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines

Mon 1/197:05 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$1,063

Wed 1/141:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mKLM

Mon 1/1911:59 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops33h 05mKLM

Deal found 12/9

$1,081

Thu 1/151:10 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines

Wed 1/217:05 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$1,014

Fri 1/169:30 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop35h 30mDelta

Tue 1/279:55 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop32h 30mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$1,062

Fri 1/236:50 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines

Fri 1/307:05 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,051

Fri 1/239:00 amSFO - JNB

2 stops27h 05mKLM

Fri 1/3011:59 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$1,075

Sun 1/251:55 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/17:20 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$1,072

Sun 1/258:00 amSFO - JNB

2 stops28h 05mKLM

Sun 2/111:59 pmJNB - SFO

2 stops31h 00mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$1,077

Tue 1/273:40 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop34h 30mKLM

Mon 2/911:59 pmJNB - SFO

1 stop45h 51mKLM

Deal found 12/9

$1,071

One-way flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Sun 3/84:00 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/10

$617

Sun 3/810:38 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops48h 42mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$663

Sat 1/1010:20 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$736

Wed 1/143:00 pmSFO - JNB

2 stops37h 20mRwandAir

Deal found 12/9

$737

Sat 3/148:25 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop29h 05mSWISS

Deal found 12/10

$774

Sat 3/148:30 amSFO - JNB

2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$779

Sat 1/107:25 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop29h 05mSWISS

Deal found 12/11

$784

Wed 5/139:05 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop24h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 12/11

$795

Mon 12/297:25 pmSFO - JNB

1 stop29h 05mSWISS

Deal found 12/10

$803

Wed 5/137:15 amSFO - JNB

2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$811

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One-way from	$617 (CrystalTravel)
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Average price	$1,790

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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

$1,069

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

$1,069

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

3:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,071

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/21

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,071

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

6:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$1,075

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,075

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

7:20 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops30h 49m

$1,085

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

4:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop31h 40m

$617

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

10:20 pm-12:25 am

2 stops40h 05m

$736

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

3:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$737

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
oojo	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $800). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 16% 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines 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

7.9

Good

8,005 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

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 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

7.5

Good

675 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 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

9,095 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 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

4,089 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 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

7,571 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 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. 13 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 22h 35m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,069. San Francisco and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 10542 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $996, Cathay Pacific will fly you from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,006 and $1,028, respectively. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Qatar Airways ($536), American Airlines ($571), and Cathay Pacific ($601).
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 $29 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 $34 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $800). Flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to OR Tambo

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$996	Average$1,124	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$1,006	Average$1,127	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
British Airways	Cheapest$1,028	Average$1,411	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,029	Average$1,234	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
KLM	Cheapest$1,070	Average$1,364	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,078	Average$1,335	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,103	Average$1,401	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$1,125	Average$1,469	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
SWISS	Cheapest$1,196	Average$1,457	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%
Lufthansa	Cheapest$1,308	Average$1,590	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%

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