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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R11 355

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 25/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult

Cheap 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 14 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 562

One-way from

R11 355

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 288
Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/7-7/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 78h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R29 968 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 551 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 14 June 2025.

Mon 16/618:50JNB - LAX
1 stop25h 30mDelta
Mon 18/812:10LAX - JNB
1 stop22h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/6R17 472
Mon 16/618:50JNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mAir France
Mon 18/813:40LAX - JNB
1 stop33h 50mAir France
Deal found 14/6R17 544
Wed 18/623:15JNB - LAS
1 stop28h 20mDelta
Tue 24/622:35LAS - JNB
1 stop36h 05mDelta
Deal found 13/6R17 598
Thu 30/1019:45JNB - LAS
2 stops33h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/410:00LAS - JNB
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6R17 633
Sun 13/720:40JNB - LAX
1 stop33h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 28/722:50LAX - JNB
1 stop26h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 13/6R17 813
Mon 28/719:00JNB - LAX
2 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/80:08LAX - JNB
2 stops32h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/6R18 028
Wed 18/620:40JNB - LAS
2 stops35h 47mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 24/612:10LAS - JNB
2 stops37h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 13/6R18 243
Mon 23/618:50JNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/713:45SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R18 297
Mon 23/618:50JNB - SFO
2 stops31h 28mDelta
Mon 7/75:55SFO - JNB
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Deal found 13/6R18 656
Sun 24/817:55JNB - LAX
1 stop37h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 17/913:40LAX - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/6R18 746
Wed 16/718:50JNB - LAX
1 stop32h 25mKLM
Mon 15/913:50LAX - JNB
1 stop22h 45mKLM
Deal found 13/6R18 907
Sun 28/923:30JNB - SAN
2 stops28h 26mDelta
Sat 4/1022:15SAN - JNB
2 stops36h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/6R19 427

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

18:50-22:35

2 stops36h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/4

17:25-19:40

1 stop41h 15m

R17 562

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

19:45-20:07

2 stops33h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

10:00-17:45

1 stop22h 45m

R17 633

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/8

17:55-22:25

1 stop37h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 17/9

13:40-10:35

1 stop35h 55m

R17 669

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/7

20:40-20:45

1 stop33h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/7

22:50-10:20

1 stop26h 30m

R17 813

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

19:00-15:15

2 stops29h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

0:08-17:45

2 stops32h 37m

R18 028

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

18:50-18:15

1 stop32h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

17:20-8:30

1 stop30h 10m

R18 477

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

18:50-18:15

1 stop32h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

13:50-21:35

1 stop22h 45m

R18 907

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

23:30-18:56

2 stops28h 26m

San Diego

Sat 4/10

22:15-19:40

2 stops36h 25m

R19 427

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

18:50-21:48

2 stops35h 58m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 28/7

12:40-21:20

2 stops47h 40m

R20 593

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

23:15-23:35

2 stops33h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

13:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

R20 611

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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 R924). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 14 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 14 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from Johannesburg to California. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 304 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 956 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 360 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • 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 (R11 355), Turkish Airlines (R13 023), and Emirates (R13 902).

  • 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 - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, as they are the most popular.

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  • 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 R924). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 14 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR14 755AverageR17 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 102AverageR18 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 510AverageR20 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 170AverageR21 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 405AverageR19 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 410AverageR23 703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 458AverageR18 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 566AverageR17 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 963AverageR18 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR18 178AverageR21 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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