Are you planning a trip from San Francisco (SFO) to Johannesburg (JNB)? Whether it’s for business or leisure, understanding your flight options is the first step to a smooth journey. Here’s everything you need to know to find the best flights and prepare for your trip.
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Flight Schedules and Airlines
When planning your trip, it's essential to check flight schedules between San Francisco (SFO) and Johannesburg (JNB). There are approximately 3 flights every day from San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.), so you have plenty of ways to get to Kempton Park. Just pick out a time and date that suits your schedule and lock in your fare.
Here’s an example of a flight itinerary:
- Departure: 15:40 local time from San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Flight Number: 226 Operated by EK
- Total flight duration: 27 Hours 55 minutes
- Aircraft type: Airbus 380
- Arrival: 05:35 local time to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) plus 2 days
Please note: To provide you with the widest possible selection of flight destinations, some of the direct flights or connecting flights on lufthansa.com are operated by our partner airlines, which may result in a different flight experience than with Lufthansa.
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Flight Duration and Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) is roughly 10,600 miles (17,000 1). The average flight time is approximately 23 hours and 1 minute. Even though the San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) trip is lengthy, you'll have snacks and meals, some form of in-flight entertainment and other amenities to help you stay comfortable. You may want to upgrade your fare to make your in-flight experience more comfortable.
Flight Prices and Deals
Flights from SFO to JNB are available for around $793. You'll want to get a move on, because fabulous fares don't last forever! This price was available on Flights.com within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Here are some recent deals on flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Johannesburg (JNB):
| From | To | Fare Type | Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco (SFO) | Johannesburg (JNB) | Roundtrip | Economy | 01/17/26 - 01/31/26 | from $1,056 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | Johannesburg (JNB) | Roundtrip | Economy | 01/22/26 - 01/29/26 | from $1,056 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | Johannesburg (JNB) | Roundtrip | Economy | 11/15/25 - 11/22/25 | from $1,056 |
*Prices have been available for round trips within the last 48 hours and may not be currently available. For Economy class, fares listed may be Basic Economy, which is our most restrictive fare option and subject to additional restrictions. Additional baggage charges and fees for other optional service may apply. Other terms and conditions may apply.
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Last Minute Flights from SFO to JNBPrice found within the past 7 days for the specified period. Click for updated prices.
Cheapest SFO to JNB FlightsPrice found within the past 7 days for the specified period. Click for updated prices.
Here's a recent example:
- Origin: SFO
- Destination: Johannesburg
- Travel Dates: November 16 to December 6
- Flights From*: $1,147
*Prices include taxes and fees
Morning and Afternoon Flights
If you prefer to fly at a specific time of day, here’s what’s available:
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- Morning Flights: Each week, 21 morning services take off from SFO to JNB, with 14 operated by United Airlines (UA). If you'd prefer to be on board as early as possible, UA's first flight is scheduled for 8:30AM.
- Afternoon Flights: Take your pick of 6 afternoon and evening flights available every week from SFO to JNB. If you're eager to jet away with KLM (KL), it has 6 weekly departures after midday. The earliest takes off at 1:50PM, which means you can sleep in a bit longer.
The earliest departure time out of San Francisco to Kempton Park? Take off from SFO at 8:30AM and land at JNB at 11:45AM. This departure is the earliest you can book on this route.
From SFO, the latest flight you can catch leaves at 1:55PM and arrives at JNB at 9:20PM. If you don't enjoy early mornings, this is the flight for you!
In-Flight Experience
To make your long flight more enjoyable, airlines offer various amenities and services:
- Entertainment: Enjoy our selection of newspapers and magazines from around the world. Simply download our Lufthansa eJournals to your mobile device before your Lufthansa flight and enjoy your reading. Prefer to watch the latest movies or series? Then look forward to hours of entertainment with our inflight entertainment program.
- Culinary Delights: Culinary highlights are, of course, part of the experience. Take a look at the digital menu for your outbound or return flight in advance to see what awaits you.
- Lufthansa App: Discover the Lufthansa App, which offers a variety of practical services. Get your mobile boarding pass, reserve your preferred seat, or book additional flights - all conveniently from your smartphone.
This way, you can fully enjoy your flight without stress.
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