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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R10 217

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 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jul 10 — Jul 171
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 10 June 2026.

Tue 20/1018:50
JNB
-
SNA
2 stops36h 34m
Air France
Tue 3/1110:15
SNA
-
JNB
2 stops39h 55m
Air France
Deal found 8/6R17 370
Tue 21/719:25
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops31h 29m
British Airways
Tue 28/719:40
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 6/6R17 436
Wed 22/719:25
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops29h 14m
British Airways
Wed 29/719:40
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 7/6R17 798
Tue 8/923:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop45h 35m
Delta
Thu 15/1010:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/6R18 276
Wed 25/1115:05
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops30h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 5/316:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop39h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6R18 293
Thu 18/612:40
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/816:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6R18 342
Tue 8/923:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 29m
Delta
Wed 14/1017:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop41h 15m
Delta
Deal found 7/6R18 358
Tue 9/619:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/616:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6R18 391
Wed 9/920:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 00m
Delta
Wed 14/1010:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/6R18 441
Tue 9/621:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops54h 10m
British Airways
Mon 22/618:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 8/6R18 457
Sun 21/620:55
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/816:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R18 523
Tue 21/723:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 00m
Delta
Fri 8/116:35
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Delta
Deal found 5/6R18 589

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 10 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 123

One-way from

R10 217

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 627
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 1/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 729 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 211 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

18:50-22:24

2 stops36h 34m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/11

10:15-12:10

2 stops39h 55m

R17 370

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

19:25-17:54

2 stops31h 29m

San Diego

Tue 28/7

19:40-7:00

1 stop26h 20m

R17 436

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

15:05-11:39

2 stops30h 34m

San Francisco

Fri 5/3

16:50-18:35

1 stop39h 45m

R18 293

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

20:55-14:00

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

16:20-9:00

1 stop31h 40m

R18 869

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

23:55-21:55

2 stops32h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/1

19:00-19:00

2 stops38h 00m

R18 985

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

19:55-10:25

1 stop28h 30m

R19 067

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

22:00-9:30

2 stops45h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 15/11

23:55-18:35

1 stop32h 40m

R19 166

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

23:15-21:44

2 stops31h 29m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 13/10

10:30-19:40

2 stops24h 10m

R19 726

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

21:15-18:25

1 stop30h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 11/10

21:00-9:25

1 stop27h 25m

R20 089

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

19:00-9:19

2 stops47h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 22/7

7:00-18:30

1 stop26h 30m

R20 188

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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 602). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R26 483). 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 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

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 10 June 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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

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
1 527 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

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
4 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

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
9 801 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

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
8 035 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

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

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 34m. Fly via Air France, British Airways, or United Airlines 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 670), Singapore Airlines (R10 243), and Turkish Airlines (R11 705).

  • 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 - San Francisco, 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R8 602). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R26 483). 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 439AverageR20 114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 983AverageR16 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapestR14 580AverageR18 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 734AverageR16 079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 744AverageR17 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 189AverageR16 577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 522AverageR18 153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 672AverageR19 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 692AverageR18 106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 772AverageR18 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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