Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to San Francisco (SFO) from $626

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 6/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — SFO
May 21 — May 281

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Francisco are usually found in November or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 May 16, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$932

Round-trip from

$267
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Francisco

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

Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 30% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 10% by booking at least 56 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $888.

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

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in November, with the cheapest ticket starting at $811.

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between OR Tambo and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Delta flights we've detected traveling from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Thu 7/116:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 56mDelta
Wed 8/712:25 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,131
Fri 6/149:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 50mDelta
Sun 11/173:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,434
Fri 8/26:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Thu 8/2912:25 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/15$2,592

Cheap British Airways flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between OR Tambo and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest British Airways flights traveling from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 7/117:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops47h 54mBritish Airways
Thu 8/83:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,194
Fri 8/97:20 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 9/82:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,232
Fri 8/97:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 9/82:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,243
Thu 7/117:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 28mBritish Airways
Thu 8/82:20 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,258
Thu 7/117:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 8/73:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,273
Thu 7/117:20 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 8/73:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,444
Fri 8/29:05 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 8/303:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,481

Cheap OR Tambo to San Francisco flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from OR Tambo to San Francisco specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Johannesburg to San Francisco in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/156:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/510:35 amSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$919
Wed 5/156:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAir France
Wed 6/53:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mAir France
Deal found 5/15$1,019
Wed 5/1511:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 31mDelta
Wed 6/510:35 amSFO - JNB
2 stops37h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,026
Wed 5/1511:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 12mDelta
Tue 6/412:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,031
Fri 6/149:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 50mDelta
Sun 11/173:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,434
Fri 6/1410:45 amJNB - SFO
2 stops36h 03mKenya Airways
Sun 11/1710:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops50h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,469
Fri 6/141:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop39h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/178:15 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop47h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,476
Fri 6/147:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/1612:32 amSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,538
Thu 6/131:15 amJNB - SFO
2 stops45h 33mKenya Airways
Sun 11/179:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops51h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,675

OR Tambo to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between OR Tambo and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Johannesburg to San Francisco in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/156:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/510:35 amSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$919
Sun 9/86:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop34h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 9/2410:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/15$952
Sun 9/85:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops39h 12mKenya Airways
Tue 9/2410:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,018
Wed 5/156:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAir France
Wed 6/53:00 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mAir France
Deal found 5/15$1,019
Sun 9/811:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 38mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amSFO - JNB
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,021
Wed 5/1511:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 31mDelta
Wed 6/510:35 amSFO - JNB
2 stops37h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,026
Wed 5/1511:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 12mDelta
Tue 6/412:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,031
Thu 7/116:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 56mDelta
Wed 8/712:25 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,131
Thu 7/117:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops47h 54mBritish Airways
Thu 8/83:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,194

One-way flights to San Francisco from OR Tambo

Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco. Those needing a return flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco can use the search form above.
Sun 6/301:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$626
Sun 7/145:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops52h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$736
Sun 7/145:00 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops55h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$741
Mon 5/276:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/15$746
Tue 5/281:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$761
Mon 5/274:00 pmJNB - SFO
3 stops30h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 5/15$767
Sun 7/289:05 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$777
Tue 7/29:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$782
Fri 6/214:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/16$790

Find flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco within your budget

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

2 stops31h 56m

San Francisco

Wed 8/7

2 stops35h 55m

$1,131

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

2 stops47h 54m

San Francisco

Thu 8/8

1 stop32h 55m

$1,194

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/9

1 stop24h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/8

1 stop29h 05m

$1,209

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/2

2 stops30h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 8/30

3 stops37h 50m

$1,352

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

1 stop26h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 8/8

1 stop39h 00m

$1,421

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/14

2 stops36h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 11/17

2 stops50h 10m

$1,469

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/14

1 stop39h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 11/17

1 stop47h 55m

$1,476

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/14

2 stops34h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 11/16

2 stops32h 03m

$1,538

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/2

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 8/30

1 stop42h 45m

$1,624

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Deals found on 5/15

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
Booking 89 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from OR Tambo to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from OR Tambo to San Francisco is currently $747 while a round-trip flight costs $1,379. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco (average of $267). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$296

May

$316

June

$382

July

$364

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$267

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

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 May 16, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, British Airways and RwandAir from Johannesburg to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.8
Good
1,084 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $1,131, but on average you can expect to pay $1,372.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $1,131. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and RwandAir, with the lowest prices starting at $1,194 and $1,352, respectively.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $626. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and RwandAir, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco?

  • What does JNB to SFO mean?

    JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco 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.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your OR Tambo to San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals on flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco with specific airlines?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from OR Tambo to San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from OR Tambo to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on OR Tambo to San Francisco 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.

  • How recently were the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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Top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to San Francisco

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DeltaCheapest$850Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$863Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,000Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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