Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco from $669

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco (JNB-SFO)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Qatar Airways offers one-way fares as low as $669 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. JNB to SFO on Wed, Aug 12), while Qatar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $1,113 departing on Mon, Aug 24 and returning on Mon, Aug 31.

• Which airlines offer flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco, including: Turkish Airlines United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to San Francisco is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

  To find best deals on flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Aug 12, with one-way flights priced at just $669.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Qatar Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for San Francisco travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Johannesburg (JNB) to San Francisco (SFO) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco on July 17, 2026 with Qatar Airways, with prices starting at $1,460.

• Which airports can I fly to for San Francisco from Johannesburg?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in San Francisco, with O.R. Tambo International Airport to San Francisco International Airport (JNB-SFO) is by far the most common option on this route: San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

• Is there any time difference between Johannesburg and San Francisco?

  The time difference between San Francisco and Johannesburg is 10h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Johannesburg to San Francisco?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.