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$586+ 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$926
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$586
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,049
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:30 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop34h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 11/127:15 amSFO - CPT
1 stop26h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/28$906
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:35 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops30h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/102:55 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$932
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:00 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops30h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/179:30 amSNA - JNB
2 stops36h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$933
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2010:00 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops30h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/245:15 pmLAS - JNB
2 stops28h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$935
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:35 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops32h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/171:23 pmSAN - JNB
2 stops32h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$935
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 44mBritish Airways
Sun 11/165:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/30$943
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:00 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop28h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 1/810:55 pmLAS - JNB
1 stop23h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/28$965
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/304:30 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/29$966
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2010:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/243:30 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$966
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/128:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 1/77:20 amLAX - CPT
1 stop25h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/28$967
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/205:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$970
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1010:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mDelta
Wed 1/2110:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/28$971

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

10:00 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops30h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 11/17

9:30 am-7:35 am

2 stops36h 05m

$933

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

7:35 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops32h 30m

San Diego

Mon 11/17

1:23 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 12m

$935

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/23

10:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/8

10:55 pm-8:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

$965

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/21

8:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

4:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$966

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

10:00 pm-6:38 pm

2 stops30h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/24

5:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 10m

$966

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

10:00 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops48h 03m

Ontario

Mon 2/9

10:58 am-10:25 am

2 stops37h 27m

$966

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

8:50 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

7:20 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$967

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

10:00 pm-6:24 pm

2 stops30h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

3:30 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 05m

$969

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

10:00 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/13

9:45 pm-8:40 am

1 stop25h 55m

$971

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/10

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

10:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop24h 05m

$971

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $848). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $965). 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 ZA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Africa to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to California flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 30, 2025.
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
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
1,482 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
4,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 $965, American Airlines can have you in California from South Africa in 28h 10m. The distance from South Africa to California is about 10172 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $623. Turkish Airlines flights start at $659 while deals on Virgin Atlantic start at $822 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 $848). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $965). 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 South Africa to California

Discover the top 7 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$928Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$973Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$986Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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