$804+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to San Francisco (SFO)
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JNB — SFO
Aug 24 — Aug 311
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 9/1411:33 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop23h 07m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/25![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$999
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 9/206:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,000
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 12/18:55 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops37h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/20![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 9/1410:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop23h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 9/215:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops28h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,015
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 7/2710:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop23h 14m
United Airlines
Mon 8/311:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop33h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,027
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 10/2010:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops25h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 11/2310:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops57h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,028
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 10/205:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 12/26:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,054
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 9/72:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/143:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,057
Best flights from OR Tambo to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 25, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 25, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 9/146:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,006
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 1/217:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 49m
British Airways
Mon 1/259:23 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops27h 02m
British Airways
Deal found 7/23![British Airways logo]()
$1,062
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/2011:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/124:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/229:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 56m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 11/2511:05 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/21![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 12/177:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/271:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,090
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 12/18:55 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops37h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/20![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/199:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 56m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 11/244:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/21![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 56m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 11/274:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/20![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 56m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 11/244:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/20![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/208:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops34h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 11/121:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/23![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,066
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Data last updated July 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Data last updated July 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 7/2710:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop23h 14m
United Airlines
Mon 8/311:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop33h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,027
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 8/33:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops27h 54m
United Airlines
Fri 8/2811:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,103
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 8/311:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 44m
Delta
Fri 8/2811:15 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop35h 25m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$1,120
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/38:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 8/273:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,150
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Mon 8/36:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/279:30 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,175
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Mon 8/33:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 24m
United Airlines
Thu 8/278:10 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops41h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,181
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Wed 8/1911:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 15m
KLM
Wed 8/267:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 20m
KLM
Deal found 7/20![KLM logo]()
$1,187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/213:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 9/148:50 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops24h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,170
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/213:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 07m
United Airlines
Fri 8/2811:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,179
One-way flights from OR Tambo to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 25, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$804
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/239:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$835
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/236:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$848
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/29:45 am
JNB
- SFO
2 stops44h 11m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/22![Etihad Airways logo]()
$891
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/28:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$895
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/288:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops32h 53m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$916
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 8/187:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 7/24![British Airways logo]()
$941
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 8/186:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Air France
Deal found 7/24![Air France logo]()
$953
Find flight deals from OR Tambo to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $999 (Virgin Atlantic) |
One-way from | $804 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,217 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco 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 July 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/7
8:15 pm-10:21 pm
2 stops35h 06m
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
6:00 am-7:40 pm
1 stop28h 40m
$1,006
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 10/22
9:55 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop33h 56m
San Francisco
Wed 11/25
11:05 am-8:20 am
2 stops35h 15m
$1,010
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/18
9:55 pm-5:11 pm
1 stop28h 16m
San Francisco
Tue 12/1
8:55 am-8:20 am
2 stops37h 25m
$1,010
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 10/19
9:55 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop33h 56m
San Francisco
Tue 11/24
4:40 pm-8:20 am
1 stop29h 40m
$1,010
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/18
9:55 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop33h 56m
San Francisco
Fri 11/27
4:40 pm-8:20 am
1 stop29h 40m
$1,010
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/18
9:55 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop33h 56m
San Francisco
Tue 11/24
4:40 pm-8:20 am
1 stop29h 40m
$1,010
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 1/21
7:35 pm-5:24 pm
2 stops31h 49m
San Francisco
Mon 1/25
9:23 pm-10:25 am
2 stops27h 02m
$1,062
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 9/20
8:15 pm-9:34 pm
2 stops34h 19m
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
1:00 pm-8:20 am
2 stops33h 20m
$1,066
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 9/20
11:15 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 30m
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
4:45 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops33h 25m
$1,079
Quickest round-trip
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 12/17
7:20 pm-2:50 pm
2 stops29h 30m
San Francisco
Wed 1/27
1:50 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop22h 10m
$1,090
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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco
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 OR Tambo to San Francisco in July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-San Francisco 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 OR Tambo to San Francisco
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?
Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco (average of $1,002). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,405). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between $1,093 and $1,434 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $999 on Virgin Atlantic (Sep 7-Sep 14).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 36% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $995.
What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 25h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 33m.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated July 25, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$892 | Average$984 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$970 | Average$1,633 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$980 | Average$1,143 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$994 | Average$1,130 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,720 | Average$1,796 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |