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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R10 387

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Aug 31 — Sep 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to California

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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 1 August 2026.

Tue 18/820:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop32h 12m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 2/1122:05
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop28h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/7R16 010
Tue 10/1119:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 28/1122:05
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop28h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 31/7R16 176
Thu 24/1219:35
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops36h 39m
British Airways
Mon 1/210:58
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops37h 27m
British Airways
Deal found 29/7R16 225
Wed 2/1221:20
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 10m
Delta
Mon 11/17:00
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/8R16 325
Wed 2/1221:20
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops27h 38m
Delta
Tue 12/17:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/8R16 407
Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 20/96:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 29/7R16 407
Thu 24/1219:20
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 15m
Air France
Tue 2/222:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops28h 05m
Air France
Deal found 29/7R16 440
Fri 11/1219:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 50m
British Airways
Mon 1/218:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 29/7R16 457
Fri 25/1219:20
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/213:50
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R16 473
Wed 7/1018:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 54m
Air France
Sun 1/1122:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops28h 05m
Air France
Deal found 1/8R16 540
Tue 8/1222:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 30/111:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/7R16 556
Tue 8/1222:00
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops48h 33m
United Airlines
Tue 2/218:53
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops37h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/7R16 556

Find 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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 010

One-way from

R10 387

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R21 055
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 18/8-2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 12m total
  • South Africa to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 05m total
  • South Africa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 434 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 465 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 1 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

21:20-14:30

1 stop27h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 11/1

7:00-19:10

1 stop26h 10m

R16 325

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-22:21

2 stops35h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 20/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 490

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

22:00-15:03

2 stops26h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

11:15-18:35

1 stop22h 20m

R16 556

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

22:00-18:44

2 stops54h 44m

Ontario

Sun 31/1

6:00-18:35

2 stops26h 35m

R16 556

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

22:00-21:09

2 stops57h 09m

Ontario

Thu 4/2

6:00-18:35

2 stops26h 35m

R16 556

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

22:00-21:09

2 stops33h 09m

Ontario

Sun 31/1

6:00-18:35

2 stops26h 35m

R16 556

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

22:00-15:23

2 stops26h 23m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 30/9

23:30-18:30

2 stops34h 00m

R16 655

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

21:55-18:22

1 stop29h 27m

Ontario

Fri 30/10

7:07-19:10

1 stop27h 03m

R16 705

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-11:49

1 stop23h 59m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:25-16:10

1 stop21h 45m

R16 705

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

20:15-18:17

2 stops31h 02m

San Francisco

Sat 26/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 738

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of R16 407). Flying from South Africa to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 856). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to California?

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa 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 1 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways 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
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
3 738 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 061 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
8 136 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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 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 556, Delta can have you in California from South Africa in 26h 03m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16694 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R9 526. Users have also found prices from R10 985 and R11 573 on Turkish Airlines and Singapore 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of R16 407). Flying from South Africa to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R20 856). 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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR13 318AverageR17 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 034AverageR16 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 534AverageR17 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR14 633AverageR17 670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 788AverageR17 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 042AverageR16 610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 356AverageR20 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 578AverageR18 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 838AverageR17 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 473AverageR20 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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