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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from R11 343

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 137

One-way from

R11 343

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 400
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/7-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to California
3/9
  • 3/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 12m total
  • Johannesburg to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R27 036 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 090 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 3 July 2025.

Wed 16/717:55JNB - LAX
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 15/919:55LAX - JNB
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/7R17 137
Tue 19/817:50JNB - SFO
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/918:45SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7R17 225
Mon 14/721:20JNB - SAN
1 stop24h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 27/716:00SAN - JNB
3 stops40h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/7R17 278
Fri 3/1018:50JNB - LAX
2 stops34h 04mDelta
Mon 13/107:00LAX - JNB
1 stop27h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/7R17 472
Tue 15/723:15JNB - SAN
1 stop45h 45mDelta
Mon 18/810:00SAN - JNB
2 stops24h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/7R17 472
Sat 8/1119:40JNB - LAX
1 stop33h 00mKLM
Sun 16/1113:45LAX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Deal found 3/7R17 595
Thu 17/718:50JNB - SAN
2 stops30h 04mKLM
Sun 17/810:00SAN - JNB
2 stops26h 20mKLM
Deal found 2/7R17 736
Sat 4/1020:30JNB - LAS
2 stops36h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 10/1013:45LAS - JNB
2 stops35h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/7R18 018
Sun 28/919:25JNB - SAN
1 stop28h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 4/1016:40SAN - JNB
1 stop31h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/7R18 282
Fri 28/1122:00JNB - SFO
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 30/1217:30SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/7R18 317
Thu 2/1019:25JNB - LAX
1 stop31h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 18/1016:46LAX - JNB
2 stops29h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/7R18 352
Sat 4/1021:15JNB - LAS
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 10/1016:47LAS - JNB
2 stops31h 38mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/7R18 423

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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

Wed 16/7

17:55-11:45

1 stop26h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

19:55-10:35

1 stop29h 40m

R17 137

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/8

17:50-16:40

1 stop31h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

18:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

R17 225

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/7

21:20-0:15

2 stops35h 55m

San Diego

Mon 28/7

6:15-17:45

2 stops26h 30m

R17 278

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

18:50-19:54

2 stops34h 04m

Los Angeles

Mon 13/10

7:00-19:40

1 stop27h 40m

R17 472

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

23:15-12:00

1 stop45h 45m

San Diego

Mon 18/8

10:00-19:40

2 stops24h 40m

R17 472

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

19:40-18:40

1 stop33h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/11

13:45-22:00

1 stop22h 15m

R17 595

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

18:50-15:54

2 stops30h 04m

San Diego

Sun 17/8

10:00-21:20

2 stops26h 20m

R17 736

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

20:30-23:55

2 stops36h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/10

13:45-10:05

2 stops35h 20m

R18 018

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

19:25-14:50

1 stop28h 25m

San Diego

Sat 4/10

16:40-9:25

1 stop31h 45m

R18 282

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

22:00-18:45

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

17:30-10:25

1 stop30h 55m

R18 317

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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 3 July 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.

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 3 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andDelta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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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 801), Singapore Airlines (R13 668), and Emirates (R14 266).

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  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to California that include hotel bookings?

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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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SWISSCheapestR14 487AverageR17 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR14 827AverageR17 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 229AverageR19 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 877AverageR20 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 166AverageR18 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 265AverageR17 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 370AverageR18 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 516AverageR23 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 672AverageR18 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 848AverageR21 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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