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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R10 093

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jul 23 — Jul 301
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 23 June 2026.

Sun 21/620:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop37h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 4/76:00
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/6R16 296
Tue 13/1020:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop22h 33m
United Airlines
Tue 27/1011:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6R16 444
Sat 20/619:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop23h 06m
United Airlines
Fri 3/78:47
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops23h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6R16 477
Sun 21/620:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 47m
United Airlines
Sat 4/78:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/6R16 493
Thu 25/619:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop36h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 8/710:39
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop43h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/6R16 510
Fri 23/1020:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 11/118:45
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/6R16 592
Thu 22/1019:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop31h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 15/118:45
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/6R16 657
Sun 21/620:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop33h 12m
Delta
Sat 4/75:50
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Deal found 18/6R16 690
Tue 27/1020:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop23h 19m
United Airlines
Thu 12/115:00
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops25h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/6R16 723
Tue 7/720:00
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops25h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 24/76:00
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops26h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6R16 789
Fri 26/620:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 10/714:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 21/6R16 789
Sun 13/923:15
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Wed 11/1115:10
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
KLM
Deal found 22/6R16 822

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 23 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 444

One-way from

R10 093

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 644
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 18m total
  • South Africa to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • South Africa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 314 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 661 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 23 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

15:10-5:50

1 stop28h 40m

R16 822

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

20:00-17:47

1 stop30h 47m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 23/7

23:30-17:10

2 stops32h 40m

R16 822

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

14:20-5:50

2 stops29h 30m

R16 871

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

20:05-0:31

1 stop37h 26m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 10/7

23:59-17:50

1 stop32h 51m

R17 068
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

22:00-21:41

1 stop33h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/11

11:38-18:35

1 stop20h 57m

R17 396

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

20:05-11:55

1 stop24h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 28/7

5:55-21:25

2 stops30h 30m

R17 642

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

19:50-0:57

2 stops38h 07m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

22:35-17:10

2 stops33h 35m

R17 806

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

19:25-15:39

2 stops29h 14m

San Diego

Mon 27/7

19:40-9:25

1 stop28h 45m

R17 937

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

18:50-18:35

1 stop32h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 15/8

16:45-21:20

1 stop43h 35m

R18 151

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

23:15-23:53

2 stops33h 38m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 15/8

23:59-19:40

1 stop34h 41m

R18 381

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of R10 421). Flying from South Africa to California in May is currently the most expensive (average of R65 415). 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 64 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 23 June 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
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
690 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 878 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 067 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 822, KLM can have you in California from South Africa in 30h 47m. 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 629. Users have also found prices from R9 888 and R10 200 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of R10 421). Flying from South Africa to California in May is currently the most expensive (average of R65 415). 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 23 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR13 215AverageR17 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 383AverageR20 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 925AverageR15 948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 422AverageR17 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR14 519AverageR18 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 673AverageR17 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 097AverageR17 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 457AverageR18 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 592AverageR19 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 715AverageR17 503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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