S$1,370 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg (SFO-JNB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$1,370 for one-way flights and S$2,393 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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San Francisco to Johannesburg route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Delta, Emirates, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
S$2,392
Distance
16878 km

Flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Johannesburg (JNB) including

The earliest flight leaves San Francisco Intl. Airport at 07:45 and arrives at O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport at 05:30. The last flight of the day departs San Francisco at 23:20 and arrives at Johannesburg at 21:20.

The flight distance from San Francisco to Johannesburg is about 18495 km, the shortest flight is 20 hours 52 minutes with Virgin Atlantic.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to JNB?
If you’re planning on travelling between San Francisco Airport and JNB, round-trip flights start from S$2,393. This price is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t wait around. Book now and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your trip, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to Johannesburg Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from SFO to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
San Francisco to Kempton Park is around 17,000 kilometres, so get ready to spend quite a while in the air. Don’t forget to pack all the essentials, from your eye mask to your earphones. Take a couple of snacks to nibble on throughout your flight too.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg Airport?
You won’t find any airlines operating directly between San Francisco Airport and Johannesburg Airport, so be ready to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a welcome way to break up a trip!
Are San Francisco Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are always on the move, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between SFO and Johannesburg Airport are possible, it also makes sense to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers release their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to pounce when prices drop.
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