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$572+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JNB
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,147
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$572
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,460
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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 April 29, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop47h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 5/2911:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop32h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/28$1,147
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/207:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,150
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/711:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops30h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 11/2212:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,153
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 5/19:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/149:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,193
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 5/17:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/147:35 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,203
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:33 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops48h 47mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/209:50 amJNB - SFO
2 stops42h 32mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2010:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,233
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops39h 30mKenya Airways
Sat 11/221:15 amJNB - SFO
2 stops45h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,262
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/167:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mSWISS
Sat 5/317:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 35mSWISS
Deal found 4/27$1,272
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops29h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/202:30 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops36h 19mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/28$1,275
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/119:25 amSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 55mKLM
Thu 5/2211:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops29h 46mKLM
Deal found 4/27$1,326
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/29:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 30mLufthansa
Sat 5/1710:40 amJNB - SFO
2 stops36h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/27$1,328

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

11:10 pm-7:40 am

1 stop47h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

11:20 am-11:15 am

1 stop32h 55m

$1,147

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

9:59 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops57h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/18

1:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$1,180

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

9:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

9:20 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$1,193

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

6:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/22

5:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop25h 45m

$1,195

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

7:30 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

7:35 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,203

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

7:30 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/31

7:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$1,272

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

9:25 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/22

11:15 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops29h 46m

$1,326

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

9:05 pm-8:35 am

2 stops26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/17

10:40 am-2:35 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,328

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

12:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/3

6:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,371

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

4:05 pm-10:20 am

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/26

8:40 pm-12:20 am

2 stops36h 40m

$1,399

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 5 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 $1,696). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 April 29, 2025.

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?

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

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.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 April 29, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,587 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
3,561 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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. 14 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.

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

    Currently priced at $1,147, 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 Qatar Airways and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,180 and $1,193, respectively. These flights start at 18% 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 American Airlines ($572), Cathay Pacific ($593), and Qatar Airways ($656).

  • 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.

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

    Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus and Buckingham Palace are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 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 $53 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 $1,696). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,078Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,078Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,231Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,241Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$1,272Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$1,310Average$1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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