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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R10 747

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Apr 14 — Apr 211
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 15 March 2026.

Wed 8/421:15
JNB
-
SNA
2 stops32h 35m
American Airlines
Mon 27/414:42
SNA
-
JNB
2 stops31h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/3R14 910
Wed 27/518:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 26/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R14 978
Wed 27/518:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 27/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R15 248
Thu 15/1019:25
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 55m
British Airways
Mon 19/1017:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 13/3R15 452
Thu 21/521:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops29h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 10/622:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/3R15 485
Mon 18/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop28h 30m
British Airways
Mon 25/518:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 12/3R15 672
Tue 26/517:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 25/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R15 672
Mon 25/518:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 24/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R15 892
Thu 12/1119:10
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/1118:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/3R15 993
Thu 15/1019:25
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 55m
British Airways
Mon 2/1117:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 14/3R16 027
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 18/513:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/3R16 044
Mon 25/518:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 27/818:45
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3R16 112

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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 910

One-way from

R10 747

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 789
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 8/4-27/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 53m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R26 159 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 474 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

20:25-20:10

1 stop32h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 17/5

19:30-8:45

2 stops28h 15m

R16 450

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

20:25-21:25

1 stop34h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

14:30-10:25

2 stops34h 55m

R16 450

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

20:25-17:49

2 stops30h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/5

20:00-8:50

2 stops27h 50m

R16 569

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

20:25-15:45

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 1/5

16:40-8:50

2 stops31h 10m

R17 313

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

8:45-21:08

2 stops45h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/5

19:20-9:20

1 stop29h 00m

R17 347

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

8:45-18:41

2 stops42h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/5

14:50-6:40

2 stops30h 50m

R17 415

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

20:25-15:45

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

17:37-8:25

2 stops29h 48m

R18 379

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

20:25-21:25

1 stop34h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

23:15-10:25

1 stop26h 10m

R18 464
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 7/5

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

R18 515

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

20:25-15:45

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 29/5

5:55-21:20

2 stops30h 25m

R18 549

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R14 876). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 349). 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 15 March 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
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
680 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
9 426 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
4 253 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
7 793 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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 27h 10m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or SWISS to get the fastest option. There are 16694 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 630), Singapore Airlines (R10 519), and Turkish Airlines (R12 163).

  • 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 - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, 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 876). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 349). 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 801AverageR20 648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 360AverageR16 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 633AverageR20 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 030AverageR16 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 131AverageR16 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR15 164AverageR20 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 716AverageR18 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 903AverageR17 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 108AverageR18 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR16 115AverageR21 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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