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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R10 423

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jan 6 — Jan 131
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 7 December 2025.

Thu 25/1221:30JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 10mDelta
Wed 14/113:20SFO - JNB
2 stops33h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/12R16 446
Sat 6/1222:00JNB - SAN
2 stops28h 26mDelta
Mon 12/113:45SAN - JNB
2 stops32h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/12R16 531
Sat 6/1222:00JNB - SAN
1 stop24h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/16:15SAN - JNB
2 stops26h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12R16 666
Sun 14/1219:20JNB - SFO
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/213:55SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R17 106
Thu 25/1219:45JNB - LAX
2 stops33h 00mLufthansa
Sat 10/117:30LAX - JNB
2 stops36h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12R18 375
Thu 25/1219:45JNB - SFO
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/10:43SFO - JNB
3 stops31h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12R19 441
Thu 11/1219:20JNB - LAX
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/110:25LAX - JNB
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R19 678
Sun 21/1221:55JNB - LAS
1 stop29h 37mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 27/127:15LAS - JNB
1 stop25h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/12R20 033
Thu 25/1221:30JNB - LAX
1 stop27h 05mDelta
Sat 10/122:30LAX - JNB
1 stop24h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/12R20 321
Fri 5/1222:00JNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1217:30LAX - JNB
1 stop28h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12R21 285
Thu 11/1210:10JNB - LAX
1 stop39h 05mLufthansa
Sat 10/117:30LAX - JNB
2 stops36h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12R21 336
Thu 11/1221:30JNB - LAX
1 stop33h 10mDelta
Sat 10/116:35LAX - JNB
1 stop30h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/12R21 658

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 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 006

One-way from

R10 423

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 576
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 20/1-27/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 41m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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8/2
  • 8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 53m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 064 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 296 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 7 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:05-11:10

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/3

19:45-10:50

1 stop30h 05m

R16 175

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

21:30-18:50

1 stop31h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 28/1

20:45-8:35

1 stop25h 50m

R16 429

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

22:00-18:50

1 stop30h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 26/1

20:45-8:35

1 stop25h 50m

R16 429

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:05-16:50

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 28/3

20:00-10:35

1 stop29h 35m

R16 429

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

19:10-12:05

1 stop25h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 28/3

18:50-10:35

1 stop30h 45m

R16 429

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

21:30-20:40

1 stop33h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 28/1

11:55-8:35

2 stops34h 40m

R16 446

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

21:30-14:40

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 14/1

13:20-8:35

2 stops33h 15m

R16 446

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

22:00-14:40

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 28/1

13:20-8:35

2 stops33h 15m

R16 446

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

22:00-13:30

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 26/1

21:00-7:35

1 stop24h 35m

R16 531

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

22:00-12:31

2 stops48h 31m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 26/1

13:30-8:35

2 stops33h 05m

R16 531

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R14 416). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 379). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 7 December 2025.
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
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 072 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 084 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 563 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 26h 05m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Delta, or SWISS 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 Etihad Airways (R9 612), Qatar Airways (R9 627), and Singapore Airlines (R11 239).

  • 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 - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of R14 416). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 379). 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 7 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR13 917AverageR17 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR14 244AverageR16 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 027AverageR16 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR15 120AverageR16 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 412AverageR19 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 515AverageR16 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 665AverageR19 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 694AverageR16 445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 796AverageR17 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 945AverageR20 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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