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

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Cheap Flights from SFO to JNB starting at $815 One Way, $1,167 Round Trip

Prices starting at $1,167 for return flights and $815 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.

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 30
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,167 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,167
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Sep 30, priced at $1,167 found 6 days ago
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,219 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,219
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Sep 29, priced at $1,219 found 2 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,247 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,247
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Fri, Nov 20, priced at $1,247 found 1 day ago
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 20
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,279 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,279
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Wed, Oct 7 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $1,279 found 4 days ago
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 21
SFO
San Francisco
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,280 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,280
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Oct 5 from San Francisco to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Oct 21, priced at $1,280 found 3 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 19 to Apr 20
$175 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,898 reviews)
Excellent choice for a stopover at the airport. Easy walking distance from arrivals.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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
$117 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from May 2 to May 3
$134 total
May 2 - May 3
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! (1,618 reviews)
Bathroom needs to be cleaned

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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 28 to Apr 29
$109 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (1,010 reviews)
The location was convenient and the airport shuttle great. Restaurant was very good, great hours perfect and exactly what we needed after a long flight. Would have been excellent but the lights and air conditioning were hard to figure out. We had to call someone to help. Please put directions in ...

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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 19 to Apr 20
$175 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,898 reviews)
Excellent choice for a stopover at the airport. Easy walking distance from arrivals.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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
$117 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from May 2 to May 3
$134 total
May 2 - May 3
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! (1,618 reviews)
Bathroom needs to be cleaned

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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 28 to Apr 29
$109 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (1,010 reviews)
The location was convenient and the airport shuttle great. Restaurant was very good, great hours perfect and exactly what we needed after a long flight. Would have been excellent but the lights and air conditioning were hard to figure out. We had to call someone to help. Please put directions in ...

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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 28 to Apr 29
$109 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (1,010 reviews)
The location was convenient and the airport shuttle great. Restaurant was very good, great hours perfect and exactly what we needed after a long flight. Would have been excellent but the lights and air conditioning were hard to figure out. We had to call someone to help. Please put directions in ...

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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
$75 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from May 1 to May 2
$86 total
May 1 - May 2
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)
The airport shuttle was exceptional. It runs every 15 mins between the airport and the hotel. This was our second time staying here. The hotel is very clean and the service was excellent.

Reviewed on Apr 8, 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
$92 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$106 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
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! (889 reviews)
It was just ok. Interior of the building needs a major overhaul. Very old looking and outdated. Even the rooms need a major upgrade and the carpet is terrible in the room. Need extra soaps shampoo and body creams to be readily available. No face cloths available in the room. Everything was extremely ...

Reviewed on Mar 31, 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 19 to Apr 20
$175 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,898 reviews)
Excellent choice for a stopover at the airport. Easy walking distance from arrivals.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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 12 to Apr 13
$48 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 ...
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 ...
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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

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Aero Guest Lodge
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St. Sandton Gauteng
$96 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
$111 total
Apr 18 - Apr 19
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! (1,002 reviews)
Average

Reviewed on Apr 8, 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.

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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.

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