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R11 667+ Cheap flights to Southern California

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— LAX
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Southern California in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Southern California
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Southern California. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Mon 9/1122:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop25h 30m
British Airways
Mon 4/117:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 9/4R15 933
Tue 19/521:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/518:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4R16 098
Mon 25/518:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 8/620:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/4R16 311
Mon 25/518:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/620:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R16 754
Tue 12/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 57m
British Airways
Tue 26/518:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 9/4R17 197
Mon 25/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 20m
British Airways
Mon 8/618:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 7/4R17 312
Thu 12/1122:00
JNB
-
SNA
2 stops33h 39m
British Airways
Mon 16/1110:40
SNA
-
JNB
2 stops34h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 8/4R17 394
Wed 18/1122:00
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops45h 57m
British Airways
Sun 22/1116:47
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops28h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4R17 443
Thu 12/1122:00
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops35h 57m
British Airways
Mon 16/1116:47
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops28h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 9/4R17 460
Mon 27/421:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/518:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R17 656
Tue 26/517:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop33h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/613:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R17 722
Wed 10/621:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 00m
British Airways
Wed 17/621:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4R17 755

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R16 098

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R18 411
19/5-26/5
  • 19/5-26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
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  • 18/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Southern California
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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:25-16:45

2 stops30h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/6

18:05-9:25

1 stop30h 20m

R17 312

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:25-14:50

1 stop28h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/6

22:30-9:25

2 stops25h 55m

R17 656

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

9:45-14:20

2 stops37h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 13/5

9:36-8:15

2 stops37h 39m

R20 971
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

21:15-14:55

1 stop26h 40m

San Diego

Tue 26/5

19:40-7:00

1 stop26h 20m

R21 513

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 30/9

17:35-8:25

2 stops29h 50m

R21 578

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

19:25-16:15

2 stops29h 50m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 27/5

14:10-9:25

2 stops34h 15m

R22 071

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

21:15-14:50

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 26/5

13:21-7:00

2 stops32h 39m

R22 120

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

19:25-19:34

2 stops33h 09m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 28/5

14:10-9:25

2 stops34h 15m

R22 514

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

20:55-19:03

2 stops31h 08m

Ontario

Mon 7/9

11:58-4:00

2 stops31h 02m

R23 055

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

23:15-22:46

2 stops32h 31m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 26/5

9:25-21:20

2 stops26h 55m

R23 679

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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 29 hours 23 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.

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 KLM.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R14 470
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 118
British Airways
British Airways
From R14 188
KLM
KLM
From R15 685

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southern California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Southern California are Singapore Airlines, American Airlines 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 10 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines to the United States. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 493 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 493 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 493 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
685 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 493 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 560 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 493 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 305 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 493 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 867 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 493 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

FAQs about flying to Southern California

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

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Southern California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

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

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines 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 R4 785, however they can be found for as little as R4 342.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Southern California, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles Los Angeles have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles?

    Yes. Los Angeles Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles Los Angeles (0,0 km away from Los Angeles Los Angeles).

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