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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R10 490

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
Jun 18 — Jun 251
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 19 May 2026.

Tue 19/520:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop24h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 28/56:00
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop24h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/5R16 684
Thu 22/1019:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 29/108:40
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/5R16 734
Thu 5/1119:35
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops32h 47m
British Airways
Mon 9/1112:46
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops35h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 17/5R16 900
Tue 19/520:00
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops26h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 28/58:10
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/5R17 017
Thu 21/519:50
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop34h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 28/58:10
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/5R17 067
Tue 27/1020:50
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops29h 23m
United Airlines
Thu 12/117:00
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops23h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/5R17 150
Tue 19/520:00
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops26h 12m
United Airlines
Wed 27/56:05
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops26h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/5R17 383
Tue 19/520:00
CPT
-
LAS
1 stop28h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 27/59:56
LAS
-
CPT
1 stop22h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/5R17 416
Tue 16/612:05
DUR
-
SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/615:55
SFO
-
DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R17 849
Tue 19/520:00
CPT
-
LAS
2 stops27h 41m
United Airlines
Tue 26/519:10
LAS
-
CPT
2 stops37h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/5R17 899
Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/615:55
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R18 032
Wed 19/819:30
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/915:55
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R18 049

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 19 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 734

One-way from

R10 490

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R16 817
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/10-12/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 48m total
  • South Africa to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • South Africa to California
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 516 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 19 May 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 TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-20:48

3 stops32h 58m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

6:00-16:10

2 stops24h 10m

R16 734

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

19:50-16:55

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/10

8:40-16:10

1 stop22h 30m

R16 734

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

19:35-18:22

2 stops32h 47m

Ontario

Mon 9/11

12:46-10:25

2 stops35h 39m

R16 900

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 19/6

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 26/6

15:55-10:35

2 stops33h 40m

R18 282

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 16/6

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

7:03-10:35

3 stops42h 32m

R18 748

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 23/6

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 30/6

15:55-10:35

2 stops33h 40m

R19 464

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

20:05-19:46

1 stop32h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 13/6

10:47-17:50

1 stop22h 03m

R20 031

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-18:15

1 stop30h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 25/9

11:00-19:40

1 stop23h 40m

R20 130

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

20:25-20:10

1 stop32h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 31/8

23:35-8:45

1 stop24h 10m

R20 180

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:25-15:52

2 stops29h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 17/6

13:03-7:00

2 stops32h 57m

R20 180

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to California?

Booking 83 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.

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 573). Flying from South Africa to California in May is currently the most expensive (average of R79 822). 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.

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 19 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Turkish Airlines, 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
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
1 517 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 377 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
9 736 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
7,4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
7 988 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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 900, United Airlines can have you in California from South Africa in 32h 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16618 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 731. Users have also found prices from R10 032 and R10 349 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 573). Flying from South Africa to California in May is currently the most expensive (average of R79 822). 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 19 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 578AverageR20 322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 128AverageR16 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 682AverageR16 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR14 731AverageR19 490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 160AverageR17 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 317AverageR17 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 855AverageR18 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 911AverageR17 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 915AverageR18 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 989AverageR20 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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