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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R10 402

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Sep 6 — Sep 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to California

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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 7 August 2026.

Wed 7/1021:55 -
1 stop33h 40m
Fri 30/107:10 -
1 stop27h 00m
Deal found 6/8R16 117
Sat 21/1121:40 -
1 stop32h 35m
Sat 28/1112:20 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 4/8R16 182
Sun 8/1121:40 -
2 stops33h 05m
Fri 27/1112:20 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 6/8R16 215
Wed 14/1020:15 -
2 stops33h 07m
Wed 21/109:34 -
1 stop25h 06m
Deal found 4/8R16 264
Mon 7/920:15 -
1 stop28h 30m
Thu 24/96:00 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 3/8R16 346
Wed 7/1018:50 -
1 stop32h 54m
Sun 1/1122:05 -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 6/8R16 362
Sun 20/1219:40 -
1 stop27h 20m
Wed 30/1221:05 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 6/8R16 395
Thu 17/922:00 -
2 stops29h 25m
Thu 24/98:15 -
2 stops25h 15m
Deal found 3/8R16 493
Thu 17/922:00 -
2 stops33h 59m
Thu 24/95:00 -
2 stops28h 30m
Deal found 3/8R16 493
Thu 17/922:00 -
2 stops30h 11m
Thu 24/97:00 -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 3/8R16 493
Wed 7/1022:00 -
1 stop23h 03m
Sat 31/1010:15 -
1 stop23h 20m
Deal found 6/8R16 509
Wed 7/1021:55 -
1 stop32h 59m
Fri 30/1012:18 -
1 stop21h 52m
Deal found 6/8R16 525

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 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 117

One-way from

R10 402

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R21 457
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/10-30/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 209 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 237 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-15:45

1 stop28h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 24/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 346

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:00-19:17

2 stops30h 17m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 24/9

10:15-18:30

1 stop23h 15m

R16 493

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:00-19:11

2 stops30h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 24/9

7:00-18:30

2 stops26h 30m

R16 493
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

22:00-12:03

1 stop23h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 31/10

10:15-18:35

1 stop23h 20m

R16 509

JohannesburgOntario

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ONT Ontario

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

21:55-21:54

1 stop32h 59m

Ontario

Fri 30/10

12:18-19:10

1 stop21h 52m

R16 525

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

20:15-19:26

2 stops32h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 27/9

13:30-19:40

1 stop21h 10m

R16 836

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BUR Burbank Bob Hope

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-20:10

2 stops34h 35m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 16/11

14:07-10:25

2 stops34h 18m

R16 852

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

23:15-22:10

2 stops31h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 10/10

8:10-19:40

1 stop26h 30m

R17 097

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAN San Diego

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:00-20:45

3 stops31h 45m

San Diego

Fri 25/9

8:45-18:30

2 stops24h 45m

R17 293

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

0:20-10:50

1 stop44h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/1

18:30-22:25

1 stop41h 55m

R17 391

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R16 346). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 130). 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 R18 060 and R23 449 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 117 on Delta (Oct 7–Oct 30).

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 7 August 2026.
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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
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Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 740 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 467 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 150 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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 28h 30m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, United 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 581), Turkish Airlines (R10 845), and Singapore Airlines (R11 426).

  • 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.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R16 346). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 130). 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 7 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestR13 856AverageR15 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 363AverageR17 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR14 447AverageR17 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 600AverageR15 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 851AverageR16 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 161AverageR19 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 380AverageR17 790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 637AverageR17 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 975AverageR17 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 251AverageR19 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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