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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R10 543

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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 26 December 2025.

Fri 26/1221:30CPT - LAX
1 stop34h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 15/112:20LAX - CPT
1 stop20h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/12R15 723
Thu 25/1223:10CPT - LAX
1 stop25h 25mDelta
Sun 11/122:30LAX - CPT
1 stop27h 35mDelta
Deal found 24/12R16 256
Fri 26/1220:50CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/10:30LAX - CPT
2 stops29h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/12R16 289
Fri 26/1223:45CPT - LAX
2 stops31h 05mDelta
Mon 12/17:55LAX - CPT
2 stops35h 55mDelta
Deal found 24/12R17 538
Thu 25/1223:45CPT - LAX
2 stops31h 50mKLM
Mon 12/17:45LAX - CPT
2 stops28h 10mKLM
Deal found 24/12R18 038
Fri 26/1220:50CPT - ONT
2 stops35h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/15:05ONT - CPT
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/12R18 104
Sun 28/1222:00JNB - LAX
2 stops31h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1221:00LAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R19 953
Wed 31/127:55CPT - LAX
2 stops36h 30mDelta
Fri 16/116:35LAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mDelta
Deal found 24/12R20 353
Wed 31/127:55CPT - LAX
2 stops36h 30mDelta
Thu 15/116:35LAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mDelta
Deal found 26/12R20 386
Wed 31/127:55CPT - LAX
2 stops36h 30mDelta
Sat 17/17:55LAX - CPT
2 stops35h 55mDelta
Deal found 26/12R20 586
Thu 25/1219:50CPT - LAX
1 stop30h 45mSWISS
Mon 12/119:10LAX - CPT
1 stop26h 20mSWISS
Deal found 24/12R21 552
Sat 27/1221:55JNB - LAS
1 stop33h 01mDelta
Fri 2/16:00LAS - JNB
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Deal found 25/12R21 702

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 26 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 607

One-way from

R10 543

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 270
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 8/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • South Africa to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 55m total
  • South Africa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 924 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 225 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 26 December 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

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

21:30-18:35

1 stop31h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

8:25-19:15

1 stop24h 50m

R14 607

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

21:30-14:40

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 6/2

6:00-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

R15 256

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

19:35-18:30

1 stop32h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/2

21:00-7:35

1 stop24h 35m

R15 789

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

19:35-20:33

2 stops34h 58m

Los Angeles

Fri 30/1

21:00-10:25

1 stop27h 25m

R15 889

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:05-16:45

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

13:10-10:50

1 stop35h 40m

R15 939

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

21:55-17:55

1 stop30h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

11:12-8:10

2 stops34h 58m

R16 089

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

21:55-22:45

1 stop34h 50m

San Diego

Sun 15/2

11:16-8:10

2 stops34h 54m

R16 089

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

16:25-18:51

2 stops36h 26m

San Diego

Mon 16/2

6:30-19:00

1 stop26h 30m

R16 089

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

21:30-20:40

1 stop33h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

12:20-19:00

1 stop20h 40m

R16 189

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-20:40

1 stop33h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 28/1

16:35-12:05

1 stop33h 30m

R16 239

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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 258). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 039). 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 26 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 26 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
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

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
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

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
677 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

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
9 116 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

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
4 117 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

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
7 614 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

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 R14 607, Virgin Atlantic can have you in California from South Africa in 31h 05m. 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 557. Users have also found prices from R9 461 and R9 485 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 258). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 039). 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 26 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 933AverageR18 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR13 700AverageR17 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 688AverageR16 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 792AverageR16 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 171AverageR18 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 261AverageR18 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 371AverageR18 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 448AverageR17 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 549AverageR18 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 680AverageR19 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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