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$639+ Cheap flights from South Africa 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
Jan 31 — Feb 71
Sat 1/31
Sat 2/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 12/319:30 amCPT - LAX
1 stop39h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/157:01 amLAX - CPT
2 stops23h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,323
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Wed 12/312:25 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops32h 21mKenya Airways
Wed 5/610:45 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops53h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/31$1,412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/318:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops29h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/612:45 amSFO - CPT
2 stops29h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/318:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/101:40 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop34h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/318:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops33h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/54:35 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops31h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,462
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Wed 12/313:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/157:10 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,522
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/318:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/610:36 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop31h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,529
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Wed 12/312:25 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops32h 21mKenya Airways
Thu 5/710:45 pmSFO - CPT
3 stops53h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/31$1,544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/318:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/96:30 amSFO - CPT
1 stop23h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,642
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Wed 12/3111:45 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops33h 51mDelta
Fri 1/167:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops28h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/30$1,782
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Wed 12/312:25 pmCPT - SFO
3 stops32h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/711:00 amSFO - CPT
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,928
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Wed 12/3111:45 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops46h 00mDelta
Thu 1/154:35 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/31$2,018

Find flight deals from South Africa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$884
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$639
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,092
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 January 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

9:30 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop31h 21m

San Diego

Thu 2/19

11:16 am-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 59m

$899

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop32h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

11:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$906

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop33h 13m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

7:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$918

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/15

9:30 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop36h 21m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

8:25 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$920

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops31h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

11:30 am-7:35 am

2 stops35h 05m

$931

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

7:05 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

$943

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

10:00 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops31h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/21

5:50 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 35m

$945

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

10:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

9:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop24h 35m

$947

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

7:35 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

9:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop27h 25m

$955

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

7:35 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/21

9:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop27h 25m

$958

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $796). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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 January 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Air France, and United Airlines from South Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
Air France
7.4
Good
1,515 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,131 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,137 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,631 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to California?

    For as low as $899, Virgin Atlantic can have you in California from South Africa in 31h 21m. The distance from South Africa to California is about 9898 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $378. Qatar Airways flights start at $593 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $678 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $796). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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 South Africa to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 January 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$847Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$912Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$924Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$931Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$943Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$991Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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