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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R9 711

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 16/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Aug 24 — Aug 311
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 25 July 2026.

Sun 20/920:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop36h 52m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 12/1113:05
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/7R16 072
Sun 26/720:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop34h 43m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 8/88:00
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/7R16 560
Sun 26/720:05
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops29h 44m
Delta
Sat 8/85:50
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Deal found 24/7R16 594
Mon 27/719:50
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops27h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 6/85:45
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops24h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7R16 746
Tue 15/920:05
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops26h 01m
Delta
Sun 11/1019:27
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops37h 23m
Delta
Deal found 24/7R16 813
Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 20/96:00
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/7R16 830
Thu 23/719:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop26h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 5/811:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/7R16 880
Mon 21/1222:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop24h 43m
United Airlines
Thu 31/1219:03
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops37h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/7R16 914
Sun 20/920:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop36h 52m
Delta
Thu 12/1111:30
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 05m
Delta
Deal found 23/7R16 931
Sun 20/1219:20
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops28h 50m
Air France
Wed 30/1218:55
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Air France
Deal found 23/7R16 947
Sun 13/920:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop36h 52m
Delta
Wed 11/1123:45
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop32h 50m
Delta
Deal found 20/7R16 964
Thu 23/722:00
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops31h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 10/313:33
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops43h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/7R16 964

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 25 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 072

One-way from

R9 711

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R20 785
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 20/9-12/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 72h 22m total
  • South Africa to California
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 16/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • South Africa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R20 123 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 634 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 25 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

20:50-22:51

1 stop36h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 16/2

23:45-18:35

1 stop32h 50m

R16 931

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-22:21

2 stops35h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R16 931

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/9

20:00-14:08

2 stops27h 08m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 11/9

23:59-15:20

2 stops30h 21m

R16 964

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

21:55-17:11

1 stop28h 16m

San Francisco

Tue 1/12

8:55-8:20

2 stops37h 25m

R16 998

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

21:55-17:11

1 stop28h 16m

San Francisco

Wed 25/11

16:40-8:20

1 stop29h 40m

R16 998

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

21:55-22:51

1 stop33h 56m

San Francisco

Tue 24/11

16:40-8:20

1 stop29h 40m

R16 998

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

21:55-22:51

1 stop33h 56m

San Francisco

Fri 27/11

16:40-8:20

1 stop29h 40m

R16 998
Fastest return journey

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

R17 032

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

7:40-11:45

1 stop37h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

17:45-5:50

2 stops27h 05m

R17 065

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

20:00-17:35

1 stop30h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 14/10

10:10-17:10

1 stop22h 00m

R17 082

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of R16 695). Flying from South Africa to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 222). 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 25 July 2026.
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
7,8
Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
1 545 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
10 032 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
8 132 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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 964, Delta can have you in California from South Africa in 27h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16069 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 693. Users have also found prices from R11 178 and R11 776 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 695). Flying from South Africa to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of R21 222). 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 25 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR13 552AverageR18 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 724AverageR20 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 280AverageR16 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 789AverageR17 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR14 889AverageR17 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 047AverageR17 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 462AverageR16 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 852AverageR19 142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 965AverageR21 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 116AverageR18 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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