$567+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Apr 4 — Apr 111
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 March 5, 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 March 5, 2026.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/3011:55 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$732
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop30h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 5/210:35 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/1![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$874
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/165:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$899
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/210:35 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$904
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 5/26:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$914
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops30h 11m
American Airlines
Wed 6/109:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops26h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1![American Airlines logo]()
$917
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/39:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 24m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 4/172:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 8/138:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4![United Airlines logo]()
$923
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop23h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 9/287:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28![United Airlines logo]()
$926
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 3/1512:25 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops29h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2![United Airlines logo]()
$927
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/67:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop31h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 6/208:55 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4![American Airlines logo]()
$928
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops34h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 11/185:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops27h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1![United Airlines logo]()
$928
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 March 5, 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 March 5, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop36h 44m
United Airlines
Sat 5/25:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops25h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1![United Airlines logo]()
$932
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2110:25 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop27h 05m
SWISS
Thu 6/43:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops44h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 3/2![SWISS logo]()
$937
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/117:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop33h 50m
British Airways
Mon 6/228:55 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop27h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 3/4![British Airways logo]()
$963
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops30h 57m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 4/242:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop42h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$972
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/28:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop25h 45m
Delta
Thu 4/92:40 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops33h 05m
Delta
Deal found 2/28![Delta logo]()
$982
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/111:45 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop24h 50m
KLM
Fri 5/228:25 pm
LAS
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
KLM
Deal found 3/4![KLM logo]()
$1,029
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/148:25 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops31h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/211:29 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops35h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,030
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:05 pm
CPT
- ONT
1 stop24h 31m
SAUDIA
Sat 8/157:00 am
ONT
- CPT
1 stop25h 50m
SAUDIA
Deal found 3/4![SAUDIA logo]()
$1,067
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/288:05 pm
CPT
- ONT
1 stop24h 31m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/266:45 am
ONT
- CPT
2 stops29h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/4![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,076
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/116:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,080
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/318:40 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops31h 07m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/29:13 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops45h 47m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,630
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:50 am
JNB
- ONT
2 stops43h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/2211:59 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops47h 21m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,804
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 38m
United Airlines
Fri 5/112:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops29h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1![United Airlines logo]()
$962
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:25 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop25h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 4/238:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop24h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/1![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$974
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/58:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Wed 9/2311:15 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$982
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/57:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops32h 00m
British Airways
Sat 6/208:55 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop25h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 3/4![British Airways logo]()
$1,034
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/39:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 4/174:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/28![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$980
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/268:05 pm
CPT
- SAN
1 stop25h 55m
Delta
Sat 5/231:40 pm
SAN
- CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Delta
Deal found 3/4![Delta logo]()
$983
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/126:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 7/2812:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,088
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/57:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops32h 00m
British Airways
Wed 6/248:55 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop27h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 3/4![British Airways logo]()
$1,034
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/53:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops29h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 6/1912:51 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops32h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4![United Airlines logo]()
$1,052
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sun 4/197:20 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 10m
SWISS
Sun 4/267:35 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops35h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 3/5![SWISS logo]()
$1,178
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/1510:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops31h 28m
Delta
Sun 3/2212:23 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops35h 12m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$986
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2811:45 pm
CPT
- ONT
2 stops30h 15m
KLM
Tue 5/267:05 am
ONT
- CPT
2 stops29h 20m
KLM
Deal found 3/4![KLM logo]()
$1,250
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 25m
British Airways
Mon 5/114:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 2/28![British Airways logo]()
$1,056
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/53:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops29h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 6/226:00 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops29h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4![United Airlines logo]()
$1,063
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop32h 20m
Delta
Sat 5/210:35 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops22h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/3![Delta logo]()
$986
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/317:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 8/211:15 am
LAX
- JNB
1 stop22h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,084
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- ONT
1 stop24h 31m
Delta
Sat 5/212:49 pm
ONT
- CPT
1 stop20h 01m
Delta
Deal found 3/3![Delta logo]()
$986
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/29:15 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops28h 07m
British Airways
Thu 4/94:52 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops29h 08m
British Airways
Deal found 2/28![British Airways logo]()
$1,139
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated March 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated March 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 3/1512:25 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops29h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2![United Airlines logo]()
$927
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
3 stops30h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 11/187:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1![United Airlines logo]()
$928
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/18:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop25h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 4/82:35 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$938
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/17:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop25h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 4/66:05 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop27h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1![American Airlines logo]()
$940
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/39:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 24m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 4/172:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$919
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/165:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/236:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$899
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:25 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops33h 34m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 4/237:10 am
LAS
- CPT
1 stop25h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$937
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop30h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 5/210:35 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/1![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$874
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/210:35 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$904
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 5/26:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$914
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops27h 51m
United Airlines
Sat 5/27:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1![United Airlines logo]()
$931
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/288:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops27h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 5/2610:55 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops37h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4![United Airlines logo]()
$935
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 March 5, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 5, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$567
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/254:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$568
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/234:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$577
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/231:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$588
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/302:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$590
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/164:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$591
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$615
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/154:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$625
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/107:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop27h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$629
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1112:35 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop34h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$635
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/82:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$637
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/72:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$638
Find flight deals from South Africa to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 5, 2026.
Round-trip from | $874 (SmartFares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $567 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $985 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 5, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Sun 4/19
8:00 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop36h 44m
Los Angeles
Sat 5/2
5:00 am-3:20 pm
2 stops25h 20m
$932
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/21
10:25 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop27h 05m
Los Angeles
Thu 6/4
3:35 pm-8:55 pm
2 stops44h 20m
$937
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 4/19
8:00 pm-6:38 pm
2 stops31h 38m
San Francisco
Fri 5/1
12:45 am-3:20 pm
2 stops29h 35m
$962
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
7:25 pm-8:15 pm
1 stop33h 50m
Los Angeles
Mon 6/22
8:55 pm-9:25 am
1 stop27h 30m
$963
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Fri 4/17
8:25 pm-6:22 pm
2 stops30h 57m
San Francisco
Fri 4/24
2:00 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop42h 50m
$972
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/16
8:25 pm-1:10 pm
1 stop25h 45m
Los Angeles
Thu 4/23
8:15 am-5:50 pm
1 stop24h 35m
$974
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 4/3
9:55 pm-8:50 pm
1 stop31h 55m
San Francisco
Fri 4/17
4:40 pm-8:50 am
2 stops31h 10m
$980
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 4/2
8:25 pm-1:10 pm
1 stop25h 45m
Los Angeles
Thu 4/9
2:40 pm-8:45 am
2 stops33h 05m
$982
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/5
8:25 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop34h 00m
San Francisco
Wed 9/23
11:15 pm-8:25 am
1 stop24h 10m
$982
Cape TownSan Diego
CPT - SAN
CPTSAN
Cape Town Intl
Sun 4/26
8:05 pm-1:00 pm
1 stop25h 55m
San Diego
Sat 5/23
1:40 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop22h 45m
$983
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $878). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $964). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated March 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from South Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 5, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$847 | Average$882 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$917 | Average$1,191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,063 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$943 | Average$1,014 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$949 | Average$1,099 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$952 | Average$1,098 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$956 | Average$1,139 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$991 | Average$1,200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |