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$567+ 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Apr 4 — Apr 111
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to California

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 March 5, 2026.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:15 pm
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/3011:55 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$732
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 5/210:35 am
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/1$874
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Thu 4/165:50 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/236:45 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2$899
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/210:35 am
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$904
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop33h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 5/26:00 am
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/3$914
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Wed 6/37:25 pm
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 11m
American Airlines
Wed 6/109:30 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1$917
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/39:55 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop34h 24m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 4/172:00 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/2$919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Fri 5/18:00 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop24h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 8/138:15 am
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4$923
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop23h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 9/287:00 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$926
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 3/48:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 3/1512:25 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops29h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2$927
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sat 6/67:25 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 6/208:55 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$928
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops34h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 11/185:00 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops27h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1$928

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 March 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$874
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$567
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$985
From South Africa to California
One-way flight from South Africa to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($89 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 March 2026

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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 March 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/19

8:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop36h 44m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

5:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$932

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/21

10:25 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/4

3:35 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$937

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/19

8:00 pm-6:38 pm

2 stops31h 38m

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

12:45 am-3:20 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$962

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

7:25 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/22

8:55 pm-9:25 am

1 stop27h 30m

$963

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/17

8:25 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops30h 57m

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop42h 50m

$972

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/16

8:25 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

8:15 am-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$974

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/3

9:55 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

4:40 pm-8:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$980

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

8:25 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

2:40 pm-8:45 am

2 stops33h 05m

$982

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/5

8:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop34h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 9/23

11:15 pm-8:25 am

1 stop24h 10m

$982

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop25h 55m

San Diego

Sat 5/23

1:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$983

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $878). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $964). 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 March 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, 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.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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 $937, Virgin Atlantic can have you in California from South Africa in 27h 05m. The distance from South Africa to California is about 9985 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 $597 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $685 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $878). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $964). 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 March 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$847Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$943Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$949Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$952Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$956Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$991Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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