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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R10 868

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 043

One-way from

R10 868

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 514
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 13/11-17/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • South Africa to California
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13/11
  • 13/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • South Africa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R13 014 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 479 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 November 2025.

Thu 13/1122:00JNB - BUR
2 stops32h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/1112:31BUR - JNB
2 stops33h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/11R16 043
Thu 13/1119:35JNB - SNA
2 stops34h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/119:30SNA - JNB
2 stops36h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/11R16 043
Thu 20/1119:35JNB - LAS
2 stops33h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/1117:15LAS - JNB
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11R16 129
Sat 6/1222:00JNB - LAX
2 stops29h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 17/119:25LAX - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/11R16 337
Mon 1/1219:05JNB - LAX
1 stop26h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/1218:45LAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/11R16 545
Thu 6/1119:35JNB - LAX
1 stop29h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/1119:30LAX - JNB
1 stop26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/11R16 579
Mon 1/1219:05JNB - LAX
1 stop26h 05mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/1218:45LAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11R16 597
Fri 7/1119:35JNB - LAS
2 stops30h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 20/1112:56LAS - JNB
2 stops32h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11R16 683
Fri 7/1122:00JNB - LAS
2 stops32h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 20/117:00LAS - JNB
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11R16 700
Fri 7/1120:50CPT - LAX
2 stops30h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/116:55LAX - CPT
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11R16 700
Sun 14/1222:00JNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Thu 8/116:30SFO - JNB
1 stop30h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/11R16 718
Fri 7/1122:00JNB - LAS
1 stop30h 40mDelta
Thu 20/1120:45LAS - JNB
1 stop25h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/11R16 735

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 4 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

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South Africa

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

22:00-20:26

2 stops32h 26m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 17/11

12:31-10:25

2 stops59h 54m

R16 043

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

19:35-20:03

2 stops34h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 17/11

9:30-7:35

2 stops36h 05m

R16 043

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

19:35-18:38

2 stops33h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 24/11

17:15-10:25

2 stops31h 10m

R16 129

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

22:00-17:05

2 stops29h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 17/1

19:25-10:25

1 stop29h 00m

R16 337

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-10:08

2 stops46h 08m

Ontario

Mon 9/2

10:58-10:25

2 stops37h 27m

R16 631

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/2

20:50-11:16

1 stop24h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 14/2

8:41-16:10

1 stop21h 29m

R16 718

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

19:35-21:28

2 stops35h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

17:30-7:35

1 stop28h 05m

R16 718

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

22:00-14:35

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

16:35-8:35

1 stop30h 00m

R16 735

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-20:40

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/2

13:25-8:25

2 stops33h 00m

R16 770

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

22:00-0:20

2 stops36h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

10:35-8:35

2 stops36h 00m

R16 822

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of R14 676). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 700). 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 ZA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 4 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to California?

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

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

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 4 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
671 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 998 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 038 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 494 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to California?

    For as low as R16 718, American Airlines can have you in California from South Africa in 24h 26m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15826 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R11 734. Users have also found prices from R11 803 and R11 976 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of R14 676). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 700). 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 South Africa to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 4 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 361AverageR19 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR14 235AverageR17 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 964AverageR20 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 370AverageR17 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 764AverageR19 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 903AverageR19 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR16 013AverageR19 273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 052AverageR18 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 157AverageR19 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 417AverageR21 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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