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$605+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to California

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JNB — LAX
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to California

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Round-trip from

$964
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$605
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,079
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 ($81 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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 April 29, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/207:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/277:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$964
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 4/309:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 38mDelta
Fri 5/169:35 amLAX - JNB
1 stop25h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/29$967
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/139:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/125:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$971
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 9/911:30 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops28h 43mDelta
Mon 9/1512:35 amLAS - JNB
1 stop34h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/29$976
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mAir France
Tue 5/201:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 10mAir France
Deal found 4/29$977
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/206:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Mon 5/2612:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/29$980
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Wed 5/79:20 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/144:15 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$983
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/146:50 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/216:15 amSAN - JNB
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$987
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Mon 12/227:45 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/68:55 pmLAS - JNB
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,003
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Mon 6/95:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/76:45 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,003
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Sat 8/235:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 9/137:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,013
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Wed 6/188:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 7/284:25 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops32h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$1,016

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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

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/20

7:00 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops34h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

7:30 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

$964

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/13

9:15 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

5:35 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 45m

$971

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/13

6:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

1:40 pm-8:50 am

1 stop34h 10m

$977

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/27

6:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

12:59 am-9:20 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$979

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/20

6:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

12:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$980

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/14

6:50 pm-3:19 pm

2 stops29h 29m

San Diego

Sat 6/21

6:15 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$987

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/9

5:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

6:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

$1,003

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/23

5:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop26h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

7:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 40m

$1,013

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/18

8:40 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/28

4:25 pm-10:20 am

2 stops32h 55m

$1,016

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/14

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 35m

San Diego

Sat 6/21

4:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop31h 45m

$1,033

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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, 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 $327). 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 April 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.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to California, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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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 ($612), Etihad Airways ($650), and Singapore Airlines ($723).

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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 $327). 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 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$924Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$956Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$984Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,062Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,076Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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