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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to California from R9 689

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Mar 27 — Apr 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 February 2026.

Tue 7/417:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 14/418:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2R14 037
Wed 15/418:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 23/418:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 277
Sun 15/319:05
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/319:45
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2R14 661
Tue 2/617:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/613:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R14 741
Wed 27/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop28h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 3/622:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2R14 837
Thu 4/617:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 1/912:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 837
Thu 12/319:10
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/318:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 965
Thu 4/617:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 30/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 997
Wed 4/322:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop25h 30m
British Airways
Fri 17/420:55
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 22/2R15 029
Mon 8/621:15
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops30h 29m
British Airways
Sun 14/622:46
LAS
-
JNB
2 stops25h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 22/2R15 076
Tue 14/717:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop33h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/813:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R15 076
Sat 26/1219:10
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 16/118:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R15 284

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to California flight deals. Data was last updated 25 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 037

One-way from

R9 689

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 572
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/4-14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 551 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 077 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to California that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

21:15-17:48

2 stops29h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

21:15-9:25

2 stops27h 10m

R15 716

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

22:00-20:28

2 stops31h 28m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/3

11:50-8:35

2 stops35h 45m

R15 748

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

20:25-19:55

2 stops32h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/6

17:35-8:50

2 stops30h 15m

R15 764

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

20:25-21:24

2 stops33h 59m

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

16:45-8:50

2 stops31h 05m

R15 764

JohannesburgSacramento

JNB - SMF

JNBSMF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:55-17:50

2 stops28h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 19/8

17:10-8:50

2 stops30h 40m

R15 908

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

23:15-19:56

2 stops29h 41m

San Francisco

Thu 23/4

16:40-8:50

2 stops31h 10m

R15 940

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

15:05-9:26

2 stops27h 21m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/8

8:10-18:30

2 stops25h 20m

R16 132

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

20:25-17:45

1 stop30h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 13/4

20:35-8:50

1 stop27h 15m

R16 435

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

20:25-20:10

1 stop32h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 14/6

22:00-8:50

1 stop25h 50m

R16 643

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

23:15-20:59

2 stops30h 44m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/4

15:35-8:50

2 stops32h 15m

R16 707

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to California (average of R14 037). Flying from Johannesburg to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 444). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 25 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
679 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 344 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 236 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 762 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to California?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to California can take about 27h 21m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R16 132. The distance between Johannesburg and California is about 16694 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to California are Qatar Airways (R9 097), Singapore Airlines (R9 937), and Turkish Airlines (R11 490).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to California, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Los Angeles, Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Ontario, as they are the most popular.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to California (average of R14 037). Flying from Johannesburg to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 444). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestR13 566AverageR14 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 824AverageR19 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 199AverageR15 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR14 325AverageR18 096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 584AverageR15 567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 746AverageR17 714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 951AverageR16 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 185AverageR16 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 205AverageR18 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR15 224AverageR19 547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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