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$640+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to California

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JNB — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$976
(Delta)

One-way from

$640
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,191
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to California
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 July 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 8/49:20 pmJNB - ONT
2 stops34h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/236:04 amONT - JNB
2 stops26h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$972
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:30 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 30mDelta
Wed 9/173:15 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops33h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/27$976
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:30 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop31h 45mDelta
Thu 9/1812:29 amLAS - JNB
1 stop34h 11mDelta
Deal found 7/29$982
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 8/49:20 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop23h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/238:25 amLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$982
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/118:30 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 58mDelta
Thu 9/183:37 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops33h 28mDelta
Deal found 7/28$982
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/59:55 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops33h 59mDelta
Sat 9/136:57 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops30h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/26$983
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Wed 9/106:50 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops30h 19mKLM
Wed 9/171:45 pmLAS - JNB
2 stops33h 45mKLM
Deal found 7/27$984
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 11/207:10 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/246:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$986
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Fri 9/128:30 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 9/198:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/29$994
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Sat 11/87:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 55mKLM
Sun 11/161:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop22h 25mKLM
Deal found 7/28$998
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Tue 10/218:30 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/272:15 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,008
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Wed 12/177:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 12/288:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,017

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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

Wed 9/10

8:30 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

3:15 pm-10:05 am

2 stops33h 50m

$976

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/25

9:20 pm-11:59 am

1 stop23h 39m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

8:25 am-5:45 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$982

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/12

8:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/18

12:29 am-7:40 pm

1 stop34h 11m

$982

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/11

8:30 pm-8:28 pm

2 stops32h 58m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

3:37 pm-10:05 am

2 stops33h 28m

$982

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

9:55 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops33h 59m

San Diego

Sat 9/13

6:57 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 08m

$983

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/10

6:50 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops30h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/17

1:45 pm-8:30 am

2 stops33h 45m

$984

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

7:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

$986

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/12

8:30 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

8:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop29h 00m

$994

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/8

7:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop32h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

1:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$998

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/21

8:30 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

2:15 pm-8:10 am

2 stops32h 55m

$1,008

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

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 July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Delta 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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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.

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  • 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 ($640), Turkish Airlines ($722), and Etihad Airways ($815).

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$924Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$924Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$956Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$996Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,062Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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