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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R10 014

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Mar 21 — Mar 281
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 19 February 2026.

Thu 19/319:10
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 1/418:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 405
Wed 22/418:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/518:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R14 421
Wed 15/418:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/418:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 453
Mon 13/418:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 23/418:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 613
Fri 13/322:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 20m
American Airlines
Sun 15/320:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 741
Tue 24/319:10
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/513:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 853
Tue 14/417:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 22/418:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 869
Wed 25/322:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops29h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 12/518:00
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 965
Fri 13/322:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 20m
British Airways
Sun 15/321:50
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops27h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 15/2R14 997
Tue 14/417:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 24/418:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R15 029
Tue 24/319:10
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 13/420:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R15 045
Sun 29/318:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 12/413:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R15 126

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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 405

One-way from

R10 014

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 606
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 06m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 573 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 096 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 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 19 February 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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OR Tambo

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:50-10:50

1 stop26h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

R14 453

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:50-10:50

1 stop26h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 22/4

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

R14 869

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

17:50-10:50

1 stop26h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 18/8

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

R15 238

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

18:00-16:40

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 18/8

18:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

R15 238

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-12:10

1 stop26h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/5

20:10-10:30

1 stop29h 20m

R15 366

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:35-15:20

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/3

21:50-10:25

2 stops27h 35m

R15 494

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

21:15-19:11

2 stops30h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 19/8

17:27-7:00

2 stops28h 33m

R15 590

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

21:15-20:56

2 stops32h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 22/8

9:40-9:25

2 stops38h 45m

R15 590

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

22:00-18:50

1 stop30h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 17/3

10:10-19:00

1 stop23h 50m

R15 606

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

20:25-13:10

1 stop25h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

7:00-19:40

1 stop27h 40m

R15 606

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R14 068). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 478). 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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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 19 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California, such as KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 459 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 459 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 459 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 459 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 322 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 459 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 222 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 459 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 752 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 459 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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

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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 26h. Fly via Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, or Virgin Atlantic 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 117), Singapore Airlines (R11 189), and Turkish Airlines (R11 485).

  • 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 - Sacramento Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Los Angeles or Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco, as they are the most popular.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R14 068). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 478). 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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SWISSCheapestR13 342AverageR17 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR13 662AverageR17 604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 726AverageR14 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 854AverageR19 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 230AverageR15 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 603AverageR17 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 805AverageR15 619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 984AverageR16 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 106AverageR16 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 238AverageR18 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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