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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R10 562

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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 16 May 2026.

Thu 10/1219:35
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops35h 32m
British Airways
Tue 5/116:45
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops31h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 148
Thu 24/1219:35
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop30h 35m
British Airways
Wed 6/118:00
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 182
Sat 12/1219:35
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops37h 13m
British Airways
Mon 4/122:50
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 398
Fri 11/1219:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Mon 4/119:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 448
Thu 10/1219:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Tue 5/119:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 614
Thu 5/1119:35
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops36h 24m
British Airways
Mon 9/1110:47
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops37h 38m
British Airways
Deal found 12/5R17 631
Sat 5/1219:35
JNB
-
SAN
1 stop30h 30m
British Airways
Fri 1/118:00
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 13/5R17 681
Thu 10/1219:35
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 37m
British Airways
Mon 4/122:50
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 714
Mon 22/612:40
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/615:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 797
Thu 11/619:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/615:55
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R17 963
Tue 20/1017:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop33h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1019:45
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R18 047
Tue 14/721:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 10m
British Airways
Mon 24/89:57
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops36h 03m
British Airways
Deal found 14/5R18 080

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 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 498

One-way from

R10 562

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R16 699
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 5/11-9/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 84h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/6
  • 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 532 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 16 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:25-17:36

2 stops31h 11m

San Francisco

Wed 10/6

11:37-7:00

2 stops34h 23m

R19 327

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:25-15:52

2 stops29h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 17/6

13:03-7:00

2 stops32h 57m

R20 159

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

20:25-18:15

1 stop30h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/10

13:15-10:25

2 stops36h 10m

R20 242

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

20:25-21:25

1 stop34h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 23/9

23:15-8:25

1 stop24h 10m

R20 259
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

21:15-15:43

2 stops27h 28m

Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

21:40-10:25

2 stops27h 45m

R20 275

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:25-18:20

1 stop31h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 21/6

18:05-9:25

1 stop30h 20m

R20 392

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

20:25-19:12

2 stops31h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 28/12

20:45-10:05

1 stop27h 20m

R20 492

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:25-16:55

2 stops29h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 28/12

19:50-10:05

2 stops28h 15m

R20 525

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:00-17:47

2 stops31h 47m

San Francisco

Wed 17/6

23:59-18:30

1 stop33h 31m

R20 591

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

20:25-21:10

2 stops33h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 31/8

15:55-8:45

2 stops31h 50m

R20 591

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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

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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R10 562). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of R76 694). 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?

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 16 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California, such as KLM,Turkish Airlines, 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
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
1 517 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
4 368 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
9 724 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
7,4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
7 981 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in 30h 50m. Fly via British Airways, Delta, or Virgin Atlantic 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 731), Singapore Airlines (R10 338), and Turkish Airlines (R11 814).

  • 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, Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Francisco or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Ontario, 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?

    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R10 562). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of R76 694). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 564AverageR20 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 113AverageR16 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapestR14 715AverageR19 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 772AverageR16 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 144AverageR16 220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 330AverageR16 661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 838AverageR18 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 895AverageR17 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 898AverageR18 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 972AverageR19 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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