Cheap flights from SFO to JNB (San Francisco Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl.)

Earn rewards on top of your airline miles with Orbitz Rewards

Many airlines offer flexible change policies

Sign up to receive text alerts about your trip

Cheap Flights from SFO to JNB starting at $842 One Way, $1,167 Round Trip

Prices starting at $1,167 for return flights and $842 for one-way flights to O.R. Tambo Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,167 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,167
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 3 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $1,167 found 6 days ago
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,219 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,219
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Sep 29, priced at $1,219 found 6 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,247 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,247
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Fri, Nov 20, priced at $1,247 found 6 days ago
Mon, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 31
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,317 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,317
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Jan 11 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Sun, Jan 31, priced at $1,317 found 3 days ago
Thu, May 7 - Wed, May 20
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,357 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,357
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, May 7 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $1,357 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near O.R. Tambo Intl.

Airport Hotels near O.R. Tambo Intl.

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
$150 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$175 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,907 reviews)
The staff is super attentive and on point. Restaurant is really good. Again, nice staff there too. It’s really secure and perfect for having an overlay at joburg.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from May 11 to May 12
$136 total
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,624 reviews)
Quick stop before our trip to Kruger park, conveniently located within the airport area, very friendly staff, comfortable and clean.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
$94 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$109 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
Great breakfast and dining options

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Johannesburg

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
$150 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$175 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,907 reviews)
The staff is super attentive and on point. Restaurant is really good. Again, nice staff there too. It’s really secure and perfect for having an overlay at joburg.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from May 11 to May 12
$136 total
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,624 reviews)
Quick stop before our trip to Kruger park, conveniently located within the airport area, very friendly staff, comfortable and clean.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
$94 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$109 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
Great breakfast and dining options

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Johannesburg Hotels With Airport Transportation

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
$94 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$109 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
Great breakfast and dining options

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets Kempton Park Gauteng
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
$91 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent breakfast menu. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
2 Hulley Road, Isando Kempton Park Gauteng
$93 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$107 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (891 reviews)
The breakfast menu was more than adequate. Eggs prepared actively Hot dishes, cereals, fruits and yogurt. Coffees and Teas. Fresh juice.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Johannesburg Hotels

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
$150 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$175 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,907 reviews)
The staff is super attentive and on point. Restaurant is really good. Again, nice staff there too. It’s really secure and perfect for having an overlay at joburg.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Road Lodge Carnival City

Road Lodge Carnival City

1 out of 5
Carnival City Complex off N17 Brakpan Gauteng
$42 nightly
The price is $48 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$48 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brakpan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Carnival City & Entertainment ...
8/10 Very Good! (415 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Road Lodge Carnival City
Once in Joburg

Once in Joburg

3 out of 5
90 De Korte Street Johannesburg Gauteng
Stay at this hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and Melrose Arch Shopping ...
Get rates
Once in Joburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Johannesburg

Airport Bird & Game Lodge

Airport Bird & Game Lodge

3 out of 5
21 Fourth Road Bredell Kempton Park Gauteng
$44 nightly
The price is $51 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$51 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Festival Mall and Kempton Park Golf Club are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (357 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful staff, and the property & grounds are beautiful!

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026

Airport Bird & Game Lodge
Aero Guest Lodge

Aero Guest Lodge

4 out of 5
81 Kempton Road Kempton Park Gauteng
Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (765 reviews)
DON’T STAY HERE!!! Very unsafe neighbourhood. No complimentary transfers available as car was broken. Front security gate was broken. Location is not three minutes from the airport as it claims to be. No way this is a four star place. Room door only has a glass door with a flimsy internal door lock. ...

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

Get rates
Aero Guest Lodge
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St. Sandton Gauteng
$98 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
$112 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
the room was not that clean!!

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SFO to JNB Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Johannesburg Airport?
If you're about to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to JNB, be prepared to change planes. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Emirates are among the airlines that operate on this route with only one stopover. Use the break to give your legs a stretch and try a local delicacy or two.
What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg Airport?
With the shortest possible flight time from SFO to JNB being 22 hours and 56 minutes, we recommend you have a few in-flight survival strategies up your sleeve. Earplugs and a warm, lightweight throw should be some of the essentials you pack in your hand luggage.
How many hours flight from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg Airport?
With a typical flight time of 22 hours and 58 minutes, getting from SFO to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) is no quick jaunt. Be prepared for some long hours in the sky and consider using your frequent flyer miles to upgrade.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to Johannesburg Airport?
You'll have to make one or more stopovers if you're flying from San Francisco Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). For now, there are no airlines that advertise direct flights on this route.

Map To Nearby Hotels

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.