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R11 588+ Cheap flights to Southern California

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Flights to Southern California in 2025

Find the latest flights to Southern California in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 26 July 2025.

Return from

R17 259

One-way from

R11 588

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 281
8/9-15/9
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Southern California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R27 063 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 576 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Mon 8/921:15JNB - LAX
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/921:35LAX - JNB
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7R17 259
Sat 26/721:20JNB - LAX
1 stop25h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/812:15LAX - JNB
1 stop44h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7R17 276
Mon 8/920:30JNB - LAX
1 stop30h 30mDelta
Mon 15/915:15LAX - JNB
2 stops33h 50mDelta
Deal found 25/7R17 294
Sat 26/721:20JNB - SAN
2 stops29h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/822:20SAN - JNB
2 stops34h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/7R17 294
Sun 28/923:30JNB - SAN
2 stops28h 36mDelta
Sat 4/1022:30SAN - JNB
1 stop36h 10mDelta
Deal found 25/7R17 595
Tue 9/917:50JNB - LAX
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 15/90:10LAX - JNB
1 stop25h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/7R17 613
Mon 8/915:05JNB - SNA
2 stops28h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/98:40SNA - JNB
2 stops24h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7R17 666
Sun 27/718:50JNB - SAN
2 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/89:59SAN - JNB
2 stops26h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7R18 765
Sat 26/723:15JNB - SAN
2 stops30h 28mKLM
Sun 3/813:55SAN - JNB
1 stop22h 25mKLM
Deal found 23/7R18 783
Mon 11/819:25JNB - LAX
2 stops30h 41mBritish Airways
Mon 13/1015:40LAX - JNB
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/7R18 853
Sun 28/921:15JNB - SAN
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 4/1013:51SAN - JNB
2 stops32h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/7R19 385
Mon 8/914:30JNB - LAX
3 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/922:45LAX - JNB
2 stops29h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/7R20 501

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

21:15-18:05

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

21:35-7:00

1 stop24h 25m

R17 259

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

20:30-18:00

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

15:15-10:05

2 stops33h 50m

R17 294

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

23:30-19:06

2 stops28h 36m

San Diego

Sat 4/10

22:30-19:40

1 stop36h 10m

R17 595

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

17:50-18:00

1 stop33h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

0:10-10:35

1 stop25h 25m

R17 613

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

15:05-9:54

2 stops27h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 14/9

0:56-17:45

2 stops31h 49m

R17 666

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

15:05-10:25

2 stops28h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 15/9

8:40-17:45

2 stops24h 05m

R17 666

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/8

19:25-17:06

2 stops30h 41m

Los Angeles

Mon 13/10

15:40-7:00

1 stop30h 20m

R18 853

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/8

18:50-18:10

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 13/10

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

R18 977

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

21:15-18:00

1 stop29h 45m

San Diego

Sat 4/10

13:51-7:00

2 stops32h 09m

R19 385

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

15:05-11:22

2 stops29h 17m

San Diego

Sun 14/9

20:37-17:45

2 stops36h 08m

R19 403

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Best time to book a flight to Southern California

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Southern California

How long is the flight to Southern California?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Southern California takes 28 hours 33 minutes. Flights to Southern California from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Southern California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Southern California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Southern California should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Southern California?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Southern California are Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and United Airlines.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R950
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R911
British Airways
British Airways
From R865
KLM
KLM
From R934

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southern California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Southern California are SWISS, Lufthansa and British Airways.

Rainfall in Southern California by month

Plan your trip to Southern California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southern California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Southern California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Southern California by month

Plan your trip to Southern California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southern California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Southern California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southern 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 Southern California. Reviews last updated 26 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andDelta to the United States. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 292 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 970 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 379 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
947 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

FAQs about flying to Southern California

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Southern California if I am willing to have stopovers?

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  • What is the best airline to fly to Southern California?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Southern California.

  • How much is a return flight to Southern California?

    A return flight to Southern California will typically cost around R732, however they can be found for as little as R355.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Southern California depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Southern California, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 2br Furn Home - Safe/Quiet/Clean So Bay Nr Bch/Lax is the closest property to Los Angeles (0,0 km away from Los Angeles).

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