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Johannesburg San Francisco
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Thu, 06 Jun JNB - SFO
£485 £472
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
50% Trains are 50% more expensive in San Francisco than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg £1.48
San Francisco £2.2
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
200% The average meal is 200% more expensive in San Francisco than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg £6.66
San Francisco £19.96
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 1.26 USD
1 USD = 0.8 GBP
Last checked on 06 May 2024
Distance: 10541 miles
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA) How far from city centre: 30 miles
Rand (QRA) How far from city centre: 8 miles
Grand Central (GCJ) How far from city centre: 4 miles
San Francisco airports
San Francisco Intl Airport (SFO) How far from city centre: 11 miles
Oakland Intl (OAK) How far from city centre: 12 miles
Embarkader (EMB) How far from city centre: 2 miles

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If you are planning to visit San Francisco from Johannesburg, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from South Africa to United States, Johannesburg - San Francisco is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport JNB, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport SFO airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in United States.

The flight duration is approximately 26 h and 55 m, covering a distance of about 16964 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Johannesburg JNB to San Francisco SFO: South African Airways.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £472 for the route Johannesburg - San Francisco. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is San Francisco more expensive than Johannesburg to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in San Francisco costs an average of 3.19 GBP pounds, 263% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of 0.88 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 49% more in San Francisco: 2.20 GBP pounds against 1.48 GBP pounds in Johannesburg. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 19.96 GBP euros in San Francisco, 200% more than the 6.66 GBP euros in Johannesburg. The price of a coffee is approximately 190% more expensive in San Francisco, with an average of 4.44 GBP euros, while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 1.53 GBP.
What is the weather like in San Francisco compared to Johannesburg?
The average temperature in Johannesburg is 31.84 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 6.0 mm ,San Francisco's temperatures reach 32.98 during the hot season, with 6.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 2.36 degrees in San Francisco, compared to the -0.43 average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while San Francisco have an average of 12.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Johannesburg to San Francisco are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Johannesburg to San Francisco are:
  • South African Airways, stopping in New York City for 170 minutes at least.
Cheapest flight £472 The cheapest price available for flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season November According to search data from our customers, November is the busiest time to fly from Johannesburg to San Francisco
Airlines that fly this route South African Airways Airline(s) that fly fromJohannesburg to San Francisco
Best time to book November Data from our customers tells us that November is the most popular time to fly to San Francisco from Johannesburg

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