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R10 681+ Cheap flights to California

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 30/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LAX
Aug 27 — Sep 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to California in 2026

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Cheapest flights to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available to California. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Wed 9/920:15
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops34h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 16/911:33
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop23h 07m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/7R16 440
Wed 9/920:15
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops35h 12m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 16/97:05
LAS
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/7R16 540
Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 20/96:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/7R16 741
Mon 21/1222:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops27h 26m
United Airlines
Fri 1/10:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7R16 791
Fri 13/1119:20
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops28h 50m
Air France
Sun 29/1122:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops28h 05m
Air France
Deal found 26/7R16 808
Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops35h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 14/96:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/7R16 808
Wed 16/922:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops26h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 30/923:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/7R16 858
Thu 24/923:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Sat 10/1016:45
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop43h 35m
KLM
Deal found 28/7R16 925
Wed 23/920:15
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops35h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 27/1012:18
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops35h 02m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/7R16 925
Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop23h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 22/923:30
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7R16 992
Mon 21/1222:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops27h 26m
United Airlines
Fri 1/15:45
LAX
-
JNB
3 stops26h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/7R17 009
Sun 20/923:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/1122:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7R17 210

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Find the latest flights to California in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 28 July 2026.

Return from

R16 791

One-way from

R10 681

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R20 675
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/12-1/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 26m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 190 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R273 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-15:45

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

11:33-19:40

1 stop23h 07m

R16 724

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:15-21:34

2 stops34h 19m

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

8:00-19:40

1 stop26h 40m

R16 825

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

22:00-15:23

2 stops26h 23m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 30/9

23:30-18:30

2 stops34h 00m

R16 858

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

20:15-22:40

2 stops35h 25m

Ontario

Tue 27/10

12:18-8:20

2 stops35h 02m

R16 925

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

20:15-18:17

2 stops31h 02m

San Francisco

Sat 26/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 942

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

23:15-22:10

2 stops31h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 10/10

8:10-19:40

1 stop26h 30m

R17 360

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/1

19:35-17:24

2 stops31h 49m

San Francisco

Mon 25/1

21:23-10:25

2 stops27h 02m

R17 478

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

22:00-16:53

1 stop27h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 27/9

6:09-18:30

2 stops27h 21m

R17 494

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

20:15-21:34

2 stops34h 19m

San Francisco

Thu 12/11

13:00-8:20

2 stops33h 20m

R17 846

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

18:50-16:35

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/1

12:45-11:00

1 stop36h 15m

R18 030

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Everything you need to know about your flight to California

How long is the flight to California?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to California takes 30 hours 36 minutes. Flights to California from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to California?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to California are Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and KLM.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R14 711
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 225
KLM
KLM
From R15 768
British Airways
British Airways
From R15 639

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to California are Singapore Airlines, American Airlines and Virgin Atlantic.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to California?

The best time to book flights to California is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What are the most popular places to fly to in California?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to California in the last few years. This data was updated on 28 July 2026.
The most popular places in California to fly to are Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose and Palm Springs.

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 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 455 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 129 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

FAQs about flying to California

  • Can I find cheaper flights to California if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to California?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?

    Los Angeles Los Angeles is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Los Angeles Los Angeles typically cost R1 881, while return flights cost around R2 061.

  • How much is a return flight to California?

    A return flight to California will typically cost around R4 882, however they can be found for as little as R4 430.

  • Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to California, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 26 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles Los Angeles have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles?

    Yes. Los Angeles Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles Los Angeles (0,0 km away from Los Angeles Los Angeles).

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