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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R10 374

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 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jun 25 — Jul 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 May 2026.

Wed 27/521:55
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops26h 02m
Delta
Fri 5/622:25
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop36h 15m
Delta
Deal found 25/5R16 589
Fri 4/1219:35
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop30h 35m
British Airways
Mon 7/1218:00
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 22/5R16 720
Thu 5/1119:35
JNB
-
SNA
2 stops32h 26m
British Airways
Mon 9/1112:46
SNA
-
JNB
2 stops35h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R16 817
Mon 6/721:15
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops30h 07m
British Airways
Mon 13/717:20
LAS
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 22/5R16 899
Thu 12/1119:35
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops32h 47m
British Airways
Mon 16/1112:46
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops35h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R17 372
Sun 24/522:00
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops31h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 31/55:45
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops27h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/5R17 617
Wed 27/521:55
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops26h 02m
Delta
Mon 8/622:00
SAN
-
JNB
2 stops38h 20m
Delta
Deal found 25/5R17 666
Wed 10/620:25
JNB
-
LAS
1 stop32h 45m
Delta
Mon 31/822:00
LAS
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Delta
Deal found 23/5R17 698
Fri 20/1119:35
JNB
-
LAS
1 stop33h 15m
British Airways
Sun 10/116:10
LAS
-
JNB
2 stops32h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 21/5R17 747
Thu 3/920:25
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops31h 29m
Delta
Thu 15/1014:00
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Delta
Deal found 21/5R17 780
Fri 20/1121:40
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops28h 31m
Delta
Sun 10/123:05
LAS
-
JNB
2 stops33h 55m
Delta
Deal found 25/5R17 812
Tue 17/1119:35
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops33h 02m
British Airways
Mon 23/1115:58
LAS
-
JNB
2 stops32h 27m
British Airways
Deal found 21/5R17 845

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to California flight deals. Data was last updated 26 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 817

One-way from

R10 374

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R16 622
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 5/11-9/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 277 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 26 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

19:35-20:03

2 stops34h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/11

11:42-10:25

2 stops36h 43m

R16 834

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-18:22

2 stops32h 47m

Ontario

Mon 16/11

12:46-10:25

2 stops35h 39m

R17 372

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

19:35-18:50

1 stop33h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/1

16:10-10:25

2 stops32h 15m

R17 747
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

20:25-18:54

2 stops31h 29m

San Diego

Thu 15/10

14:00-19:40

1 stop20h 40m

R17 780

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

21:40-18:50

1 stop31h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/1

22:10-19:00

1 stop34h 50m

R17 812

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

21:15-16:25

2 stops28h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 13/6

16:30-7:00

1 stop29h 30m

R17 959

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

21:15-20:15

1 stop32h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 16/8

16:43-7:00

2 stops29h 17m

R18 269

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

23:30-12:10

2 stops27h 40m

R18 938

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

23:15-18:52

2 stops28h 37m

San Francisco

Tue 11/8

20:10-10:20

1 stop29h 10m

R19 069

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

20:15-20:51

2 stops33h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

13:45-10:25

2 stops35h 40m

R19 998

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R8 515). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R26 670). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 26 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California, such as KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 395 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 751 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 005 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in 28h 37m. Fly via British Airways, Delta, or KLM to get the fastest option. There are 16966 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and California. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California are Qatar Airways (R9 543), Singapore Airlines (R10 138), and Turkish Airlines (R11 586).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Los Angeles Los Angeles, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Ontario or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to California?

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to California?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R8 515). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R26 670). 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
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 302AverageR19 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 841AverageR15 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapestR14 431AverageR19 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 641AverageR17 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 852AverageR15 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 034AverageR16 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 364AverageR17 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 532AverageR17 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 547AverageR19 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 601AverageR17 821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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