Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R9 202

JNB — LAX
Dec 14 — Dec 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to California

Wed 25/1121:20 -
1 stop31h 14m
Wed 2/1222:05 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 14/11R15 737
Thu 10/1221:40 -
1 stop32h 30m
Thu 21/17:55 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 9/11R15 889
Sun 22/1121:20 -
1 stop32h 35m
Sat 5/1214:06 -
2 stops32h 14m
Deal found 10/11R16 058
Tue 10/1121:40 -
1 stop32h 35m
Mon 16/1111:30 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 9/11R16 547
Wed 25/1118:50 -
1 stop26h 00m
Wed 2/1212:45 -
1 stop36h 10m
Deal found 12/11R16 733
Sun 22/1121:20 -
2 stops28h 48m
Sat 5/129:59 -
2 stops23h 11m
Deal found 10/11R16 800
Tue 8/1221:40 -
1 stop26h 30m
Thu 21/16:00 -
1 stop27h 10m
Deal found 9/11R16 817
Wed 25/110:20 -
1 stop26h 15m
Thu 3/1218:30 -
1 stop30h 30m
Deal found 11/11R16 868
Tue 8/1221:40 -
1 stop26h 30m
Fri 22/110:00 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 9/11R16 902
Sun 15/1121:40 -
1 stop27h 10m
Mon 18/111:54 -
1 stop21h 16m
Deal found 13/11R17 121
Mon 7/1221:40 -
1 stop27h 10m
Thu 31/126:05 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 11/11R17 307
Sun 22/1121:20 -
1 stop31h 37m
Mon 7/1216:40 -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 12/11R17 341

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to California

Round-trip from

R15 602

One-way from

R9 202

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R16 868
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 19/1-2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to California
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 13/12-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R33 943 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 631 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/4

0:35-16:55

1 stop25h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 739

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

0:20-16:30

1 stop26h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 773

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/4

0:35-16:55

1 stop25h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 789

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/3

13:45-14:15

1 stop33h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 992

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/2

0:20-14:38

3 stops48h 18m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 228

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

0:20-16:30

1 stop26h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 364

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/3

18:50-17:30

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 816

JohannesburgSan Jose

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJC San Jose

JNBSJC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/4

17:00-16:48

3 stops32h 48m

San Jose

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 968

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/2

0:20-22:38

2 stops32h 18m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 035

JohannesburgFresno

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FAT Fresno Airterminal

JNBFAT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/4

17:00-14:55

3 stops30h 55m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 31/12

0:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 136

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R17 155). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R23 250). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flights typically cost between R16 260 and R20 566 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 602 on British Airways (Jan 19–Feb 2).

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

Booking 86 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

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California, such as KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 30h 16m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 16866 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 (R10 014), Turkish Airlines (R11 083), and Emirates (R13 595).

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

  • 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?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to California.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R17 155). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R23 250). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR11 329AverageR20 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 172AverageR20 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 361AverageR16 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 766AverageR16 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 854AverageR18 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 275AverageR19 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR15 566AverageR18 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 968AverageR19 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 164AverageR18 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 208AverageR21 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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