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$618+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to California

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to California

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:00 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/116:45 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/13$900
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/306:00 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/612:55 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/13$928
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:05 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/311:25 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11$934
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/710:00 pm
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops43h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 3/133:00 pm
LAS
-
JNB
1 stop43h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10$940
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1310:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 2/289:01 am
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops23h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$945
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/279:15 pm
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops31h 06m
American Airlines
Thu 8/133:21 pm
SFO
-
JNB
2 stops30h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$946
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/207:00 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 10m
United Airlines
Fri 10/3010:15 am
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$951
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1810:00 pm
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops33h 09m
British Airways
Wed 2/2512:02 pm
LAS
-
JNB
2 stops33h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 2/11$954
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1310:00 pm
JNB
-
SFO
2 stops29h 40m
United Airlines
Fri 2/2010:35 am
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$966
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/87:35 pm
JNB
-
LAS
2 stops31h 19m
American Airlines
Thu 3/127:10 am
LAS
-
JNB
2 stops39h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$976
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/179:15 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops28h 55m
British Airways
Sun 6/218:10 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops28h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 2/11$978
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1610:00 pm
JNB
-
LAS
1 stop30h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 3/29:00 am
LAS
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10$979

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$900
(oojo)

One-way from

$618
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$974
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to California
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

7:05 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

1:25 pm-10:30 am

1 stop36h 05m

$934

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/27

9:15 pm-7:21 pm

2 stops31h 06m

San Francisco

Thu 8/13

3:21 pm-7:00 am

2 stops30h 39m

$946

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

7:35 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops31h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/12

7:10 am-7:35 am

2 stops39h 25m

$976

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/17

9:15 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/21

8:10 pm-9:25 am

2 stops28h 15m

$978

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

10:00 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops34h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$979

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

8:25 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops35h 49m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

2:09 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$979

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

8:25 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

5:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop29h 55m

$984

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

8:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop34h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

1:00 pm-8:50 am

2 stops34h 50m

$986

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/20

8:25 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops30h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/30

7:55 pm-8:50 am

2 stops27h 55m

$988

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

8:25 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops30h 57m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

3:40 pm-8:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

$990

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $879). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $966). 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 February 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Air France, and United Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

    For as low as $934, Turkish Airlines can have you in California from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 26h 05m. There are 10373 mi between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California are Qatar Airways ($603), Singapore Airlines ($678), and Turkish Airlines ($719).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $879). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $966). 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$847Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$934Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$943Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$949Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$956Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$991Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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