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$642+ 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
May 2 — May 91
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to California

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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 April 2, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/186:00 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/112:55 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/1$981
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 11/217:10 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/256:45 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,019
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/217:10 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/246:50 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,020
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/276:00 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/912:55 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,023
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 12/267:10 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 1/291:05 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,024
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1810:00 pm
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops34h 23m
British Airways
Sun 11/222:59 pm
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops54h 36m
British Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,028
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/97:05 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/41:05 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,030
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:25 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 20m
British Airways
Mon 6/86:05 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,050
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 11/97:45 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 1/47:00 am
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,058
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 5/259:15 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 6/86:05 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,090
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2210:00 pm
JNB
-
SAN
2 stops32h 48m
British Airways
Thu 11/266:00 pm
SAN
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,106
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/237:25 pm
JNB
-
ONT
2 stops55h 23m
British Airways
Sun 9/2711:59 pm
ONT
-
JNB
2 stops48h 26m
British Airways
Deal found 3/29$1,131

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 April 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$981
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$642
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,039
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 ($91 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 April 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.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/23

9:15 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops53h 33m

Ontario

Sun 9/27

11:59 pm-9:25 am

2 stops48h 26m

$1,131

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/5

8:25 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops33h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 9/23

4:15 pm-8:25 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,208

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/3

7:25 pm-4:03 pm

2 stops29h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/8

10:46 pm-9:25 am

2 stops49h 39m

$1,215

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/10

7:25 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/17

10:30 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 55m

$1,219

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

7:25 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

10:35 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,238

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/11

7:25 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop28h 30m

San Diego

Tue 11/24

6:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop27h 35m

$1,293

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

9:15 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

6:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$1,299
Quickest round-trip

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

8:25 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 5/20

11:15 pm-8:25 am

1 stop24h 10m

$1,307

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/21

11:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

7:35 am-9:20 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,329

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/19

11:15 pm-5:53 pm

2 stops51h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/4

7:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops49h 45m

$1,369

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

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 July 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.

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 April 2, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andTurkish 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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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 $1,208, British Airways can have you in California from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 33h 54m. There are 10542 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 Air France ($456), Qatar Airways ($623), and Turkish Airlines ($678).

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to California?

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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 July 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 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$847Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$943Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$959Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$991Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$991Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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