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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R10 238

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jan 8 — Jan 151
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 9 December 2025.

Tue 16/1220:50CPT - SAN
1 stop24h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1212:56SAN - CPT
1 stop41h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R16 486
Wed 10/1222:00JNB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mDelta
Wed 21/111:55LAX - JNB
2 stops34h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/12R16 503
Wed 24/1222:00JNB - LAX
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Sun 11/122:30LAX - JNB
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Deal found 8/12R17 318
Wed 24/1219:20JNB - LAX
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/122:30LAX - JNB
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R17 743
Tue 16/1223:59JNB - SFO
1 stop45h 51mKLM
Fri 16/113:55SFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 9/12R17 743
Tue 16/1220:50CPT - SAN
2 stops28h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/1222:30SAN - CPT
2 stops33h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R18 456
Wed 10/1218:55CPT - SAN
2 stops35h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 24/128:13SAN - CPT
2 stops37h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12R19 848
Sun 21/1221:55JNB - LAS
1 stop29h 37mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 27/127:15LAS - JNB
1 stop25h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/12R20 103
Tue 16/1222:00JNB - SFO
2 stops33h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/15:00SFO - JNB
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12R20 171
Sat 13/1220:50CPT - LAX
2 stops27h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/15:00LAX - CPT
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R20 442
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - ONT
2 stops35h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/15:05ONT - JNB
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R20 714
Tue 16/1221:30CPT - SAN
1 stop33h 48mDelta
Mon 29/1222:20SAN - CPT
2 stops58h 55mDelta
Deal found 8/12R20 748

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 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 637

One-way from

R10 238

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 644
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 10m total
  • South Africa to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 55m total
  • South Africa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 216 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 306 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 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 9 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

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 232

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

20:50-14:35

2 stops27h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 30/1

5:50-18:00

3 stops26h 10m

R16 452

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

21:55-18:35

1 stop30h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

11:12-8:10

2 stops34h 58m

R16 469

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-22:04

1 stop34h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 29/1

9:00-22:50

2 stops27h 50m

R16 469

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

21:30-20:40

1 stop33h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 28/1

16:35-8:35

1 stop30h 00m

R16 486

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 486

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

21:30-18:50

1 stop31h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 29/1

17:55-8:35

2 stops28h 40m

R16 503

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

21:30-14:35

1 stop27h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

11:55-8:35

2 stops34h 40m

R16 503

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

22:00-14:35

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/2

11:55-8:35

2 stops34h 40m

R16 503

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

22:00-13:30

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/3

22:00-10:25

1 stop27h 25m

R16 520

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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 R13 515). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 350). 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 9 December 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 9 December 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
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 089 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 087 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 573 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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 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 232, Turkish Airlines can have you in California from South Africa in 26h 05m. 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 684. Users have also found prices from R9 645 and R9 661 on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, 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 R13 515). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 350). 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 9 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 146AverageR19 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR13 966AverageR17 510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 079AverageR16 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR15 172AverageR16 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 465AverageR19 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 569AverageR18 508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 710AverageR18 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 748AverageR18 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 851AverageR18 719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 004AverageR20 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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