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Cheap flights from South Africa to California from R9 447

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 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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 28 January 2026.

Tue 5/520:05
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop31h 34m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 8/68:00
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/1R14 163
Sun 8/221:55
JNB
-
LAS
1 stop32h 07m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 21/29:00
LAS
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/1R14 547
Thu 12/321:30
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop30h 21m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 19/314:09
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/1R14 547
Thu 29/121:30
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop31h 21m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 4/211:08
SAN
-
CPT
1 stop22h 07m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/1R14 579
Mon 9/220:10
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 25m
SWISS
Mon 23/219:10
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop26h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 26/1R14 723
Sun 1/322:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 15/318:40
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1R14 739
Thu 12/319:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/322:00
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1R14 771
Thu 12/319:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 50m
British Airways
Thu 19/323:10
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 26/1R14 834
Mon 15/621:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 22/616:43
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/1R14 850
Sat 7/220:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 20m
SWISS
Mon 23/219:10
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops36h 05m
SWISS
Deal found 26/1R14 898
Mon 9/220:50
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops28h 36m
United Airlines
Mon 23/27:00
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops23h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1R14 946
Mon 2/319:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 15m
British Airways
Sun 15/320:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 25/1R14 978

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 163

One-way from

R9 447

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 705
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 5/5-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 24m total
  • South Africa to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 55m total
  • South Africa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 351 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 098 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 28 January 2026.
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 TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

20:05-18:39

1 stop31h 34m

San Diego

Mon 8/6

8:00-17:50

1 stop24h 50m

R14 163

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

21:30-18:51

1 stop30h 21m

San Diego

Thu 19/3

14:09-19:15

1 stop20h 06m

R14 547

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

20:10-16:35

1 stop30h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

19:10-7:30

1 stop26h 20m

R14 723

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

21:15-18:25

1 stop30h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 22/6

16:43-7:00

2 stops29h 17m

R14 850

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

20:50-15:26

2 stops28h 36m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

7:00-16:10

2 stops23h 10m

R14 946

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:45-14:05

1 stop27h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/3

5:55-18:35

3 stops27h 40m

R15 202

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:45-15:31

2 stops29h 46m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

5:05-18:35

2 stops27h 30m

R15 282

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:45-22:53

2 stops37h 08m

Ontario

Mon 16/2

5:00-18:35

2 stops27h 35m

R15 282

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:45-22:24

2 stops36h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 16/2

6:45-18:35

2 stops25h 50m

R15 282

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

R15 314

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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 R12 597). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 410). 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 28 January 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
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 214 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 209 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 705 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 850, Virgin Atlantic can have you in California from South Africa in 30h 10m. 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 293. Users have also found prices from R9 103 and R10 618 on Qatar Airways 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 R12 597). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 410). 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 494AverageR17 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR13 235AverageR16 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 822AverageR19 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 833AverageR14 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 103AverageR15 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 566AverageR17 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 763AverageR17 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR14 791AverageR18 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 799AverageR17 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR14 999AverageR17 750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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