$610+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
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JNB — LAX
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to CaliforniaExplore 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 May 17, 2026.
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 May 17, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 5/275:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops27h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,002
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 10/227:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop30h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 10/298:40 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,005
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops26h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 5/288:10 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 5/217:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 5/288:10 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,025
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops26h 02m
United Airlines
Tue 5/2610:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops33h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,030
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Tue 10/278:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops31h 08m
United Airlines
Thu 11/125:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops25h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,031
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops26h 12m
United Airlines
Wed 5/276:05 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops26h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,044
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/57:35 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops32h 47m
British Airways
Mon 11/97:00 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops41h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 5/16![British Airways logo]()
$1,049
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/181:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/223:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,083
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Wed 8/197:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/33:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,084
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/205:50 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop33h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/307:45 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,085
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/149:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops30h 10m
British Airways
Mon 8/249:57 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops36h 03m
British Airways
Deal found 5/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,087
Best flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 10/278:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
3 stops32h 58m
United Airlines
Thu 11/126:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops24h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,005
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/57:35 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops32h 47m
British Airways
Mon 11/97:00 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops41h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 5/16![British Airways logo]()
$1,049
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 6/78:05 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops29h 41m
Delta
Mon 6/156:48 am
LAS
- CPT
2 stops26h 02m
Delta
Deal found 5/14![Delta logo]()
$1,223
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Mon 9/148:25 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops31h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 12/288:45 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop27h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/15![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,232
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/53:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops34h 05m
SWISS
Fri 6/123:35 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops56h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 5/15![SWISS logo]()
$1,243
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1011:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops30h 09m
KLM
Wed 6/175:50 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop31h 30m
KLM
Deal found 5/17![KLM logo]()
$1,244
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Mon 7/208:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops35h 16m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/712:04 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops35h 56m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,308
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/29:50 am
JNB
- ONT
2 stops45h 49m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/2711:50 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops47h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/17![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,312
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:40 pm
DUR
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Sat 9/195:05 pm
SFO
- DUR
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 5/16![Emirates logo]()
$1,458
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 8/2411:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,622
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/202:30 pm
JNB
- LAX
3 stops33h 54m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 10/3010:50 pm
LAX
- JNB
3 stops44h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/17![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 10/227:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop30h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 10/298:40 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,005
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/294:35 pm
CPT
- LAS
3 stops34h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/66:00 am
LAS
- CPT
2 stops44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,165
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/107:25 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops29h 27m
British Airways
Mon 8/314:43 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops31h 42m
British Airways
Deal found 5/17![British Airways logo]()
$1,212
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Wed 6/108:25 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops33h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 8/313:55 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops31h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/14![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,238
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/311:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 05m
KLM
Wed 6/1010:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop26h 50m
KLM
Deal found 5/16![KLM logo]()
$1,245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/108:25 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop32h 45m
Delta
Wed 6/1710:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop25h 25m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$1,263
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/97:50 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops36h 21m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/306:02 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops36h 58m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,315
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/229:50 am
JNB
- ONT
2 stops45h 53m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/211:50 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops47h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/13![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,325
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/107:25 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops29h 27m
British Airways
Wed 6/171:03 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops32h 57m
British Airways
Deal found 5/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/107:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 47m
United Airlines
Wed 6/1711:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop33h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/38:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Wed 6/107:00 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$1,279
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Wed 9/98:25 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop33h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 12/18:45 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/14![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,337
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1912:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/1911:35 am
SFO
- DUR
3 stops38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,356
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/201:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Mon 8/245:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 5/12![Emirates logo]()
$1,498
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/611:15 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop28h 20m
KLM
Sun 6/1411:35 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops36h 50m
KLM
Deal found 5/16![KLM logo]()
$1,393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Sat 6/133:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops27h 51m
United Airlines
Sat 6/209:00 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop36h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Fri 6/511:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops33h 48m
Delta
Fri 9/189:30 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop35h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/16![Delta logo]()
$1,285
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/189:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 00m
British Airways
Sun 8/164:43 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops29h 17m
British Airways
Deal found 5/16![British Airways logo]()
$1,286
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3112:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 12/1611:15 am
SFO
- DUR
3 stops37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,368
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated May 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated May 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 5/286:00 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop24h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,002
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops26h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 5/288:10 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops26h 02m
United Airlines
Tue 5/2610:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops33h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,030
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Tue 5/198:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops28h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 5/278:31 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops23h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,039
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 5/217:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 5/288:10 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,025
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/107:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop31h 55m
British Airways
Wed 6/176:05 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,088
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 6/127:50 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/264:20 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop31h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,097
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/181:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/223:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,083
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1812:40 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/64:20 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,090
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Fri 6/1912:05 pm
DUR
- SFO
2 stops34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/263:55 pm
SFO
- DUR
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,098
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sat 6/2012:40 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/24:20 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,094
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 6/2212:40 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/24:20 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,091
One-way flights from South Africa to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/157:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$610
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$630
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/228:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/12![Qatar Airways logo]()
$636
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Thu 7/91:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$643
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2312:40 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$663
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/28:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 26m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$675
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Sat 6/67:50 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$680
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 7/91:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops37h 32m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$699
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/71:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$712
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sun 10/47:30 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$713
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Thu 7/238:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$714
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/39:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/12![Egyptair logo]()
$723
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 May 17, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,005 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $610 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,004 |
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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 May 17, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/27
8:50 pm-8:48 pm
3 stops32h 58m
Los Angeles
Thu 11/12
6:00 am-4:10 pm
2 stops24h 10m
$1,005
Quickest round-trip
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/22
7:50 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop30h 05m
Los Angeles
Thu 10/29
8:40 am-4:10 pm
1 stop22h 30m
$1,005
JohannesburgOntario
JNB - ONT
JNBONT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 11/5
7:35 pm-6:22 pm
2 stops32h 47m
Ontario
Mon 11/9
7:00 am-10:25 am
2 stops41h 25m
$1,049
JohannesburgLas Vegas
JNB - LAS
JNBLAS
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/10
7:25 pm-3:52 pm
2 stops29h 27m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 8/31
4:43 pm-9:25 am
2 stops31h 42m
$1,212
JohannesburgLas Vegas
JNB - LAS
JNBLAS
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/10
7:25 pm-3:52 pm
2 stops29h 27m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Wed 6/17
1:03 pm-7:00 am
2 stops32h 57m
$1,212
Cape TownLas Vegas
CPT - LAS
CPTLAS
Cape Town Intl
Sun 6/7
8:05 pm-4:46 pm
2 stops29h 41m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 6/15
6:48 am-5:50 pm
2 stops26h 02m
$1,223
JohannesburgLas Vegas
JNB - LAS
JNBLAS
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/14
8:25 pm-7:12 pm
2 stops31h 47m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 12/28
8:45 pm-10:05 am
1 stop27h 20m
$1,232
JohannesburgLas Vegas
JNB - LAS
JNBLAS
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/10
8:25 pm-9:10 pm
2 stops33h 45m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 8/31
3:55 pm-8:45 am
2 stops31h 50m
$1,238
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/10
7:00 pm-5:47 pm
2 stops31h 47m
San Francisco
Wed 6/17
11:59 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop33h 31m
$1,238
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/5
3:25 pm-4:30 pm
2 stops34h 05m
Los Angeles
Fri 6/12
3:35 pm-9:20 am
2 stops56h 45m
$1,243
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How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to California?
The best time to book flights from South Africa to California is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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 $635). Flying from South Africa to California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,116). 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 May 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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Discover the top 9 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 May 17, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$847 | Average$882 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$892 | Average$1,030 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$943 | Average$1,013 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$965 | Average$1,158 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$976 | Average$1,200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$991 | Average$1,133 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,069 | Average$1,163 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,302 | Average$1,329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |