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R10 275+ 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LAX
Sep 7 — Sep 141
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 8 August 2026.

Wed 7/1021:55 -
1 stop23h 16m
Sun 1/1122:55 -
1 stop34h 15m
Deal found 6/8R16 021
Sat 21/1121:40 -
1 stop32h 35m
Sat 28/1112:20 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 4/8R16 086
Sun 8/1121:40 -
2 stops33h 05m
Fri 27/1112:20 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 6/8R16 118
Wed 14/1020:15 -
2 stops33h 07m
Wed 21/109:34 -
1 stop25h 06m
Deal found 4/8R16 167
Mon 7/920:15 -
1 stop28h 30m
Thu 24/96:00 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 3/8R16 248
Wed 7/1018:50 -
1 stop32h 54m
Sun 1/1122:05 -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 6/8R16 264
Sun 20/1219:40 -
1 stop27h 20m
Wed 30/1221:05 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 6/8R16 297
Tue 22/1223:59 -
1 stop45h 46m
Wed 30/1221:05 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 7/8R16 346
Thu 17/922:00 -
2 stops29h 25m
Thu 24/98:15 -
2 stops25h 15m
Deal found 3/8R16 394
Thu 17/922:00 -
2 stops33h 59m
Thu 24/95:00 -
2 stops28h 30m
Deal found 3/8R16 394
Thu 17/922:00 -
2 stops30h 11m
Thu 24/97:00 -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 3/8R16 394
Wed 7/1022:00 -
1 stop23h 03m
Sat 31/1010:15 -
1 stop23h 20m
Deal found 6/8R16 411

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to California on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 8 August 2026
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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 8 August 2026.

Return from

R16 021

One-way from

R10 275

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R21 816
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/10-30/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 532 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R355 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-15:45

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 24/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 248

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:00-19:17

2 stops30h 17m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 24/9

10:15-18:30

1 stop23h 15m

R16 394

JohannesburgOntario

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ONT Ontario

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:00-22:59

2 stops33h 59m

Ontario

Thu 24/9

5:00-18:30

2 stops28h 30m

R16 394

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:00-19:11

2 stops30h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 24/9

7:00-18:30

2 stops26h 30m

R16 394

JohannesburgOntario

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ONT Ontario

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

21:55-21:54

1 stop32h 59m

Ontario

Fri 30/10

12:18-19:10

1 stop21h 52m

R16 427

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

19:35-22:45

2 stops37h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/2

12:52-10:25

2 stops35h 33m

R16 751

JohannesburgOntario

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ONT Ontario

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

19:35-18:45

2 stops33h 10m

Ontario

Mon 8/2

10:58-10:25

2 stops37h 27m

R16 768

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUR Burbank Bob Hope

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-20:10

2 stops34h 35m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 16/11

14:07-10:25

2 stops34h 18m

R16 784

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/1

22:00-18:01

1 stop30h 01m

San Francisco

Wed 10/3

10:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

R16 800

JohannesburgOntario

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ONT Ontario

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

19:35-18:45

2 stops33h 10m

Ontario

Sun 7/2

7:16-10:25

2 stops41h 09m

R16 816

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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 14 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 264
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R14 762
British Airways
British Airways
From R15 071
KLM
KLM
From R15 289

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?

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

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 8 August 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 8 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways 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
1 553 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

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
1 553 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

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
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

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
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

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
4 475 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

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
8 153 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

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?

    San Francisco is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to San Francisco typically cost R1 516, while return flights cost around R1 999.

  • How much is a return flight to California?

    A return flight to California will typically cost around R4 733, however they can be found for as little as R4 295.

  • 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 (23 hours 59 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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