Flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco

Arriving in San Francisco

Book your flights to San Francisco with Etihad Airways and prepare for a trip filled with a wide variety of entertainment, natural beauty and cultural diversity.

Plan Your San Francisco Holiday

Whether you want to experience world-class arts and entertainment or just want to relax and enjoy nature, San Francisco has an astonishing array of attractions waiting to be discovered. If you are a sailing enthusiast, then be sure to check out San Francisco America's Cup, a three-month long boating competition from July 4 until September 21. You can take one of the boat tours and enjoy dinner and drinks as you float through San Francisco Bay. For those looking to soak up some of the city’s culture, a trip to the San Francisco Theatre, provides all the magic of a Broadway show in an intimate setting.

The peak season in San Francisco is from May to September. It is recommended that you get your tickets to San Francisco several months in advance to ensure that your seat is reserved. By reserving ahead of time you can find cheap hotels in San Francisco. Be sure to visit our Deals section to find flight deals to San Francisco all year round.

Flying from Johannesburg

Book your flights from Johannesburg to hundreds of destinations worldwide with Etihad Airways and enjoy the best comfort available over the African skies.

Major Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg’s major airport is the OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) located in the outskirts of the city. The airport is the largest in South Africa receiving flights from all corners of the globe clearing approximately 17 million passengers annually. Most domestic flights to and from favourite destinations within the country also use this airport.

Airport Transportation in Johannesburg

The airport’s location makes it easy for passengers to connect to their accommodation and back. There are several options with a train to OR Tambo International Airport connecting to the Sandton area and Pretoria. The train station is located between terminus A and B on the airports upper level. A taxi to OR Tambo International Airport is also available from anywhere in the city centre. A bus to OR Tambo International Airport from the city centre takes just a short time and so is the ride in a taxi to OR Tambo International Airport. Taxis are more convenient if you know your way around or are travelling in the company of a local.

Choose Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, for flights from Johannesburg to San Francisco on which you will be travelling in comfort and style.