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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R11 205

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
May 9 — May 161
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 9 April 2026.

Wed 7/1018:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 2/1119:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R16 290
Mon 25/518:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 8/620:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/4R16 307
Tue 6/1017:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 29/1014:10
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop35h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R16 372
Mon 5/1018:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/1119:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R16 438
Wed 7/1018:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/1119:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R16 454
Sat 3/1017:50
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/1114:10
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R16 618
Sun 4/1018:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/1119:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R16 717
Mon 25/518:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/620:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R16 749
Mon 5/1018:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 2/1119:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R16 749
Tue 19/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 50m
British Airways
Tue 26/516:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 4/4R16 766
Sun 4/1018:00
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/1119:50
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R16 766
Thu 19/1122:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 25m
British Airways
Mon 23/1113:11
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 24m
British Airways
Deal found 4/4R16 782

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 307

One-way from

R11 205

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 406
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 25/5-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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8/6
  • 8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 435 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:25-18:15

1 stop31h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 26/5

16:30-7:00

1 stop29h 30m

R16 766

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:25-16:45

2 stops30h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/6

18:05-9:25

1 stop30h 20m

R17 307

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:25-14:50

1 stop28h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/6

22:30-9:25

2 stops25h 55m

R17 652

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

21:15-18:15

2 stops30h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 26/5

14:43-7:00

2 stops31h 17m

R18 521

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:25-15:51

2 stops29h 26m

San Diego

Tue 26/5

19:40-7:00

1 stop26h 20m

R18 817

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-15:55

2 stops29h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 25/5

17:35-7:00

2 stops28h 25m

R18 915

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

18:00-10:50

1 stop25h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 25/5

12:55-10:30

1 stop36h 35m

R19 801

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

20:25-21:35

2 stops34h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 18/9

13:05-8:50

2 stops34h 45m

R19 801
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

19:00-12:40

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 4/11

10:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

R20 145

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

9:45-14:20

2 stops37h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 13/5

9:36-8:15

2 stops37h 39m

R20 966

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R14 256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 880). 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 9 April 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
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
1 492 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
685 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
9 554 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
4 302 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
7 863 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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 25h 50m. Fly via British Airways, Turkish Airlines, or Delta 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 575), Singapore Airlines (R10 196), and Turkish Airlines (R11 790).

  • 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 - San Francisco or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, 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.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to California?

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R14 256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 880). 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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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 9 April 2026.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 378AverageR20 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 920AverageR15 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 184AverageR19 574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 570AverageR16 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 667AverageR15 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR14 699AverageR19 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 202AverageR16 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 415AverageR17 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 621AverageR20 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR15 681AverageR17 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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