$613+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
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JNB — LAX
6月 30 — 7月 71
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 5月 31, 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 5月 31, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 6/17:50 pm
CPT
- ONT
2 stops31h 06m
United Airlines
週六 8/15:00 am
ONT
- CPT
2 stops51h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 10/149:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
1 stop29h 23m
Delta
週四 10/2210:59 pm
ONT
- JNB
1 stop35h 41m
Delta
Deal found 5/27![Delta logo]()
$1,016
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 10/149:55 pm
JNB
- SNA
2 stops33h 29m
Delta
週四 10/2212:20 pm
SNA
- JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/27![Delta logo]()
$1,016
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週五 5/298:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops29h 56m
United Airlines
週五 6/510:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops31h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29![United Airlines logo]()
$1,016
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 10/138:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop36h 27m
Virgin Atlantic
週二 10/2711:30 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop27h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/28![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,018
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop35h 43m
Delta
週六 6/136:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 5/30![Delta logo]()
$1,020
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Delta
週日 6/710:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 51m
Delta
Deal found 5/28![Delta logo]()
$1,021
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop23h 05m
Delta
週一 6/86:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 5/31![Delta logo]()
$1,029
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週四 11/57:35 pm
JNB
- SNA
2 stops32h 26m
British Airways
週一 11/912:46 pm
SNA
- JNB
2 stops35h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 5/26![British Airways logo]()
$1,029
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop23h 05m
Delta
週五 6/1211:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 51m
Delta
Deal found 5/31![Delta logo]()
$1,030
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 11/127:35 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops38h 22m
British Airways
週一 11/1610:47 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops37h 38m
British Airways
Deal found 5/27![British Airways logo]()
$1,030
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
週一 6/17:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop25h 19m
United Airlines
週四 6/118:10 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31![United Airlines logo]()
$1,042
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 5月 31, 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 5月 31, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 10/149:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
1 stop29h 23m
Delta
週四 10/2210:59 pm
ONT
- JNB
1 stop35h 41m
Delta
Deal found 5/27![Delta logo]()
$1,016
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 11/127:35 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops38h 22m
British Airways
週一 11/1610:47 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops37h 38m
British Airways
Deal found 5/27![British Airways logo]()
$1,030
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週四 9/178:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop33h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
週五 10/2312:30 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/26![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,048
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週二 10/278:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops30h 19m
United Airlines
週四 11/125:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops25h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,091
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 9/1311:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
週三 11/113:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop28h 10m
KLM
Deal found 5/30![KLM logo]()
$1,110
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 10/205:50 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
週五 10/307:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,129
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週日 9/1311:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
週三 11/112:20 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,224
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週四 7/29:50 am
JNB
- ONT
2 stops45h 49m
Etihad Airways
週日 7/2611:50 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops47h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/26![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,431
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 9/218:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops31h 08m
Qatar Airways
週三 9/3012:12 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops30h 48m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,445
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 9/177:10 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Emirates
週六 9/265:05 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,459
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 7/126:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Air France
週二 7/288:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Air France
Deal found 5/31![Air France logo]()
$1,528
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 6/307:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops33h 42m
SWISS
週三 7/157:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 5/27![SWISS logo]()
$1,796
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 7/65:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 50m
RwandAir
週一 7/133:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops49h 25m
RwandAir
Deal found 5/28![RwandAir logo]()
$1,835
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 10/149:55 pm
JNB
- SNA
2 stops33h 29m
Delta
週四 10/228:00 am
SNA
- JNB
2 stops26h 40m
Delta
Deal found 5/27![Delta logo]()
$1,016
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 11/57:35 pm
JNB
- SNA
2 stops36h 04m
British Airways
週一 11/912:46 pm
SNA
- JNB
2 stops35h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 5/27![British Airways logo]()
$1,030
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 9/219:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop35h 29m
Virgin Atlantic
週三 9/305:55 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops29h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/31![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,108
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週二 10/2710:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop32h 40m
Delta
週四 11/1210:30 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop27h 35m
Delta
Deal found 5/26![Delta logo]()
$1,040
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週二 7/145:55 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops30h 39m
United Airlines
週二 7/289:00 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop35h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,147
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 10/256:50 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops46h 53m
Multiple Airlines
週六 10/3112:06 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops37h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
週五 7/108:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops44h 29m
United Airlines
週三 7/295:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops27h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,159
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 10/209:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 10m
British Airways
週五 10/3010:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops26h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/29![British Airways logo]()
$1,169
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週五 11/2011:55 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops32h 00m
Delta
週日 1/105:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops40h 00m
Delta
Deal found 5/30![Delta logo]()
$1,159
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 10/229:15 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops45h 14m
British Airways
週一 10/2612:35 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops36h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 5/29![British Airways logo]()
$1,195
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 6/228:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops35h 16m
Qatar Airways
週日 2/286:00 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,446
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 10/2210:40 am
CPT
- SFO
3 stops38h 21m
Multiple Airlines
週四 11/199:40 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,333
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週四 9/108:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
週六 9/195:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 5/26![Emirates logo]()
$1,473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 10/147:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops29h 15m
United Airlines
週四 10/226:00 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops27h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$1,234
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 7/127:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops34h 27m
Qatar Airways
週日 7/198:30 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,450
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週四 9/1711:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops30h 34m
Delta
週五 10/236:00 am
LAS
- JNB
2 stops28h 40m
Delta
Deal found 5/26![Delta logo]()
$1,234
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 10/149:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 10m
British Airways
週四 10/2210:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops25h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/27![British Airways logo]()
$1,252
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated 5月 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated 5月 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週五 5/298:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops29h 56m
United Airlines
週五 6/510:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops31h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29![United Airlines logo]()
$1,016
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop35h 43m
Delta
週六 6/136:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 5/30![Delta logo]()
$1,020
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Delta
週日 6/710:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 51m
Delta
Deal found 5/28![Delta logo]()
$1,021
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop23h 05m
Delta
週四 6/116:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 5/31![Delta logo]()
$1,029
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 5/318:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops30h 24m
Delta
週六 6/137:35 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops25h 15m
Delta
Deal found 5/30![Delta logo]()
$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 6/17:50 pm
CPT
- ONT
2 stops31h 06m
United Airlines
週六 8/15:00 am
ONT
- CPT
2 stops51h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
週一 6/17:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop24h 35m
United Airlines
週三 6/1010:15 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop21h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31![United Airlines logo]()
$1,042
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
週一 6/17:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop23h 09m
United Airlines
週一 6/86:05 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops24h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31![United Airlines logo]()
$1,043
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 6/19:55 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop31h 38m
Virgin Atlantic
週日 6/1410:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/28![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,045
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 6/311:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 30m
KLM
週三 6/108:30 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops27h 55m
KLM
Deal found 5/29![KLM logo]()
$1,066
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
週五 6/58:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop24h 09m
United Airlines
週五 9/187:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops25h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,047
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週二 6/99:55 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop32h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
週一 6/1510:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/26![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,046
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 5月 31, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5月 31, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週五 8/211:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$613
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 9/232:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$617
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 9/158:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$619
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週五 9/2512:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$621
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 9/212:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$622
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週二 7/148:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$625
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
週二 6/168:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$632
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 6/1112:40 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31![Qatar Airways logo]()
$634
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 6/2212:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$639
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週五 9/118:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$679
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 10/142:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$687
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 6/247:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 17m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$701
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 5月 31, 2026.
Round-trip from | $951 (SmartFares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $613 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,015 |
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Route
Depart
Return
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JohannesburgOntario
JNB - ONT
JNBONT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
週三 10/14
9:55 pm-6:18 pm
1 stop29h 23m
Ontario
週四 10/22
10:59 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop35h 41m
$1,016
JohannesburgSanta Ana
JNB - SNA
JNBSNA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
週三 10/14
9:55 pm-10:24 pm
2 stops33h 29m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
週四 10/22
8:00 am-7:40 pm
2 stops26h 40m
$1,016
JohannesburgOntario
JNB - ONT
JNBONT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
週四 11/12
7:35 pm-11:57 pm
2 stops38h 22m
Ontario
週一 11/16
10:47 am-10:25 am
2 stops37h 38m
$1,030
JohannesburgSanta Ana
JNB - SNA
JNBSNA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
週四 11/5
7:35 pm-9:39 pm
2 stops36h 04m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
週一 11/9
12:46 pm-10:25 am
2 stops35h 39m
$1,030
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
週二 10/27
10:00 pm-9:40 pm
1 stop32h 40m
Los Angeles
週四 11/12
10:30 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop27h 35m
$1,040
JohannesburgLas Vegas
JNB - LAS
JNBLAS
Johannesburg OR Tambo
週四 9/17
8:15 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop33h 55m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
週五 10/23
12:30 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop22h 10m
$1,048
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
週二 10/27
8:50 pm-6:09 pm
2 stops30h 19m
Los Angeles
週四 11/12
5:00 am-4:10 pm
2 stops25h 10m
$1,091
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
週一 9/21
9:55 pm-12:24 am
1 stop35h 29m
Los Angeles
週三 9/30
5:55 pm-8:25 am
2 stops29h 30m
$1,108
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
週日 9/13
11:15 pm-11:45 am
1 stop45h 30m
San Francisco
週三 11/11
3:40 pm-5:50 am
1 stop28h 10m
$1,110
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
週二 10/20
5:50 pm-11:40 am
1 stop26h 50m
Los Angeles
週五 10/30
7:30 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 30m
$1,129
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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 $635). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,444). 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.
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 64 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.
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 5月 31, 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.
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$847 | Average$882 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$892 | Average$1,031 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,189 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$943 | Average$1,013 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,173 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$976 | Average$1,134 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$991 | Average$1,104 | 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% |