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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R9 711

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

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How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to California?

Users have found that booking a flight from South Africa to California at least 54 days early can save you up to 9% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 54 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from South Africa to California for as little as R17 757 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R17 757 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to California?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to California. Flights to California from South Africa in May are about R18 007 on average during May, but can be found for as low as R14 141.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to California (ZA - CA)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to California as you normally would.

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between South Africa and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Cathay Pacific flights we've come across from South Africa to California. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 16/411:20JNB - LAX
1 stop43h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 30/40:30LAX - JNB
1 stop46h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/3R30 288
Tue 2/411:20JNB - LAX
1 stop43h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/40:30LAX - JNB
2 stops54h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/3R32 144

Cheap United Airlines flights from South Africa to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between South Africa and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest United Airlines flights travelling from South Africa to California. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
2 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/45:35LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R16 715
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
2 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/46:00LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/3R16 753
Tue 2/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops37h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/410:30LAX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R17 473
Fri 26/420:00CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/58:20LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R18 684
Fri 26/420:00CPT - LAX
1 stop31h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/56:00LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R18 760
Tue 2/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops36h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/411:30LAX - JNB
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R23 757
Thu 4/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops36h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/40:55LAX - JNB
2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R25 556
Fri 10/520:00CPT - SFO
1 stop24h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/50:09SFO - CPT
2 stops30h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R26 067
Tue 16/420:00JNB - LAX
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/40:55LAX - JNB
2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3R31 065

Cheap South Africa to California flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to California specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 March 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from South Africa to California in March and April 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
2 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/45:35LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R16 715
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
2 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/46:00LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/3R16 753
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
1 stop37h 45mLufthansa
Sat 27/48:20LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3R17 151
Wed 24/419:20JNB - LAX
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/521:25LAX - JNB
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R17 170
Wed 17/418:55JNB - LAX
1 stop28h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 14/622:55LAX - JNB
1 stop26h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/3R17 397
Tue 2/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops37h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/410:30LAX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R17 473
Wed 24/421:05JNB - SAN
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 1/520:00SAN - JNB
1 stop28h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3R18 268
Sat 27/421:05JNB - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/519:20SFO - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R18 362
Wed 24/421:05JNB - SAN
2 stops51h 47mBritish Airways
Wed 1/520:00SAN - JNB
1 stop28h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3R18 608

South Africa to California 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and California in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from South Africa to California in March and April 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 14/519:20JNB - LAX
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/518:15LAX - JNB
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R16 431
Tue 14/519:20JNB - LAX
1 stop28h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/517:10LAX - JNB
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R16 507
Sun 12/59:55JNB - LAX
2 stops66h 14mEtihad Airways
Fri 31/523:59LAX - JNB
2 stops47h 36mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R16 678
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
2 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/45:35LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R16 715
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
2 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/46:00LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/3R16 753
Sun 5/518:50JNB - LAX
1 stop32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/69:40LAX - JNB
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R16 810
Wed 4/918:50JNB - LAX
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Wed 11/911:20LAX - JNB
2 stops35h 50mDelta
Deal found 28/3R16 867
Sun 14/420:00CPT - LAX
1 stop37h 45mLufthansa
Sat 27/48:20LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3R17 151
Wed 24/419:20JNB - LAX
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/521:25LAX - JNB
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R17 170

South Africa to California flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from South Africa to California for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from South Africa to California departing last-minute. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Tue 2/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops37h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/410:30LAX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R17 473
Tue 2/418:55JNB - LAX
1 stop28h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 9/415:55LAX - JNB
1 stop33h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/3R21 145
Thu 4/49:55JNB - LAX
2 stops47h 48mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/415:15LAX - JNB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R21 240
Tue 2/48:20JNB - LAX
3 stops49h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/422:35LAX - JNB
2 stops29h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/3R21 259
Tue 2/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops35h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/47:30LAX - JNB
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R22 300
Fri 5/49:55JNB - LAX
2 stops47h 18mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/415:15LAX - JNB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R23 208
Sun 7/41:15JNB - SFO
2 stops44h 18mKenya Airways
Mon 6/521:59SFO - JNB
2 stops32h 51mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/3R23 208
Tue 2/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops36h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/411:30LAX - JNB
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3R23 757
Tue 2/414:30JNB - LAX
3 stops43h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/422:35LAX - JNB
3 stops44h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/3R24 117

One-way flights to California from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from South Africa to California. Those needing a return flight from South Africa to California can use the search form above.
Sun 2/69:55JNB - LAX
2 stops36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R9 711
Wed 17/49:55JNB - LAX
2 stops36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R10 449
Wed 22/55:45CPT - LAX
3 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 077
Wed 22/513:00CPT - LAX
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R12 267
Sun 19/55:45CPT - LAX
3 stops52h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 361
Tue 30/416:35CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 475
Fri 24/55:45CPT - LAX
3 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 513
Thu 23/516:35CPT - LAX
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 664
Mon 20/513:00CPT - LAX
3 stops41h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R12 948

Find flights from South Africa to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.

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R16 431 - R18 760

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Price

Johannesburg OR TamboLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/5

2 stops29h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/5

1 stop30h 10m

R16 431

Johannesburg OR TamboLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/5

2 stops66h 14m

Los Angeles

Fri 31/5

2 stops47h 36m

R16 678

Cape Town IntlLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/4

2 stops34h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 27/4

2 stops24h 45m

R16 715

Cape Town IntlLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/4

1 stop37h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 27/4

1 stop22h 00m

R17 151

Johannesburg OR TamboLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/5

1 stop32h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

1 stop26h 10m

R17 302

Johannesburg OR TamboLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/4

1 stop28h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 14/6

1 stop26h 20m

R17 397

Johannesburg OR TamboSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/4

1 stop30h 30m

San Diego

Wed 1/5

1 stop28h 25m

R18 268

Johannesburg OR TamboLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/5

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/6

2 stops26h 40m

R18 589

Johannesburg OR TamboLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/6

1 stop30h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/6

1 stop31h 50m

R18 760

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Deals found on 28/3

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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 28 March 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to California, see what other customers have to say about Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Etihad Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
4 156 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
11 402 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
54 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7,9
Good
1 684 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 512 reviews

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from South Africa to California for under R16 500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to California for under R16 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R16 431, but on average you can expect to pay R17 340.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to California for under R17 500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from South Africa to California within the next 7 days for less than R17 500.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R9 711. Users have also found prices from R12 267 and R12 475 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • What does JNB to LAX mean?

    JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, while LAX stands for Los Angeles Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the South Africa to California flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 083AverageR16 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 098AverageR16 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 166AverageR20 616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 489AverageR22 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 845AverageR18 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 859AverageR19 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 933AverageR17 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 334AverageR24 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SWISSCheapestR16 863AverageR20 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 903AverageR20 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to California?

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Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.