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$606+ 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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sat 8/16
Sat 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to California

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Round-trip from

$972
(Delta)

One-way from

$606
(flightsite.co.za)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,193
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to California
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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 August 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3010:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Tue 1/204:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 10mDelta
Deal found 8/10$972
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:10 amJNB - SFO
2 stops60h 10mAir Canada
Sat 1/248:25 amSFO - JNB
2 stops64h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 8/10$974
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3010:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Mon 1/191:59 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 41mDelta
Deal found 8/10$976
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/118:30 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Thu 9/187:59 pmLAS - JNB
2 stops29h 06mDelta
Deal found 8/11$977
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Thu 9/258:30 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 01mDelta
Thu 10/29:20 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/11$977
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 11/810:40 amJNB - LAX
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/167:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9$978
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Tue 8/269:20 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop24h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/1510:55 amLAS - JNB
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$979
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sun 9/148:30 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops35h 29mDelta
Sat 10/1110:00 amSAN - JNB
2 stops39h 05mDelta
Deal found 8/9$979
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Thu 12/410:10 amJNB - SFO
1 stop43h 25mLufthansa
Tue 1/208:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 8/10$979
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/168:30 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops31h 36mDelta
Tue 10/72:05 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop20h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/9$980
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Mon 9/158:30 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops31h 36mDelta
Tue 10/79:45 amSAN - JNB
2 stops24h 55mDelta
Deal found 8/10$981
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Wed 12/37:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mLufthansa
Fri 1/238:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 8/10$981

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 11, 2025.
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

Sun 11/30

10:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

4:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop30h 10m

$972

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/4

10:10 am-12:20 pm

2 stops60h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

8:25 am-10:30 am

2 stops64h 05m

$974

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

10:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

6:50 pm-8:40 am

2 stops27h 50m

$976

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/11

8:30 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/18

7:59 pm-10:05 am

2 stops29h 06m

$977

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/25

8:30 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops33h 01m

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

9:20 pm-10:05 am

1 stop27h 45m

$977

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/8

10:40 am-3:15 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

7:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

$978

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/26

9:20 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop24h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/15

10:55 am-5:45 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$979

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/4

10:10 am-7:35 pm

1 stop43h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

8:35 pm-7:05 am

1 stop24h 30m

$979

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/14

8:30 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops35h 29m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

10:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops39h 05m

$979

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

7:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

8:35 pm-7:05 am

1 stop24h 30m

$981

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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 $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 August 11, 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 August 11, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,346 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,381 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,696 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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 most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

    The most popular route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Los Angeles or Johannesburg OR Tambo - San Diego.

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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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Top 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

Discover the top 8 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 August 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$924Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$924Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$956Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$986Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$991Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,062Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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