Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $931. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and RwandAir, with the lowest prices starting at $1,118 and $1,334, respectively. Kenya Airways is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg are RwandAir ($760), SWISS ($771), and Lufthansa ($926).

Question 3

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Accepted Answer

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg (average of $1,191). Flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,795). 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.

January

$1,191

February

$1,227

March

$1,283

April

$1,282

May

$1,411

June

$1,572

July

$1,795

August

$1,491

September

$1,333

October

$1,263

November

$1,282

December

$1,386

Question 4

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 5

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 6

How recently were the San Francisco to Johannesburg flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

The San Francisco to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $931, but on average you can expect to pay $1,307.

Question 9

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Johannesburg for under $4,800?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 7+ open flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg within the next 7 days for less than $4,800.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

San Francisco to Johannesburg flights have a layover in London most often.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

San Francisco to Johannesburg flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Doha.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye. Travelers on a layover in London can visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye, by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.7 mi, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Travelers can book a car rental at London Heathrow for about $43 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 20% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

Question 14

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 48 days in advance, which can save you up to 38% on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 48 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,492. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,594.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Johannesburg from San Francisco average $1,488. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,488, as users have found deals to Johannesburg from as low as $1,057. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Johannesburg from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

Question 16

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Johannesburg (SFO - JNB)?

Accepted Answer

When flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg, 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 19% versus a flight in the morning.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 14 different airlines.

Question 18

What does SFO to JNB mean?

Accepted Answer

SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY).

Question 19

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg that include extra baggage allowance?

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Johannesburg flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 20

Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg with specific airlines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Johannesburg flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 21

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

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Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 22

How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg.

Question 23

Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg that allow pets onboard?

Accepted Answer

Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Johannesburg offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 25

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Johannesburg flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 26

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

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Cheapflights helps you search for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Question 27

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from San Francisco to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg.

Question 28

Can Cheapflights find flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg with no change fees?

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Yes, we can. To see specific flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Question 29

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from San Francisco to Johannesburg become cheaper?

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Yes! Start tracking prices for San Francisco to Johannesburg flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

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Round-trip from	$1,191
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Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$881	Average$1,164	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,036	Average$1,321	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Iberia	Cheapest$1,100	Average$1,373	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Iberia flights
SWISS	Cheapest$1,226	Average$1,372	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Brussels Airlines	Cheapest$1,227	Average$1,370	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Brussels Airlines flights
British Airways	Cheapest$1,249	Average$1,469	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,262	Average$1,638	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
RwandAir	Cheapest$1,286	Average$1,591	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,294	Average$1,828	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$1,294	Average$1,686	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Plan your trip from San Francisco to Johannesburg by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Johannesburg is currently $824 while a round-trip flight costs $1,298. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

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