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$603+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/1010:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mDelta
mié. 1/2111:55 amLAX - JNB
2 stops34h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/9$972
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mar. 12/237:20 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 25mKLM
mar. 12/305:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop32h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/11$989
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/1611:59 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 51mKLM
vie. 1/161:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/9$1,045
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/217:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
dom. 3/810:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,071
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
dom. 12/217:35 pmJNB - ONT
2 stops32h 41mBritish Airways
lun. 3/165:02 pmONT - JNB
2 stops29h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,074
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
dom. 12/217:35 pmJNB - ONT
2 stops32h 41mBritish Airways
dom. 3/82:47 pmONT - JNB
2 stops31h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,108
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
dom. 12/2111:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops53h 10mSWISS
dom. 3/88:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 20mSWISS
Deal found 12/11$1,113
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dom. 12/218:15 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops56h 30mSWISS
lun. 3/168:10 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops36h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/11$1,123
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mar. 12/1610:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 10mUnited Airlines
vie. 1/165:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
sáb. 12/138:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops33h 33mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/45:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
dom. 12/148:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops37h 39mUnited Airlines
vie. 1/212:25 amLAX - CPT
2 stops29h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
dom. 12/219:55 pmJNB - ONT
1 stop35h 28mDelta
lun. 3/161:20 pmONT - JNB
2 stops34h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/11$1,211

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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$874
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$603
(Travelwings)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,157
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

jue. 1/22

9:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Los Angeles

jue. 1/29

8:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$874

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/19

9:30 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Los Angeles

dom. 2/1

12:20 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$906

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/3

9:55 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop35h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 3/17

11:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$912

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

dom. 1/25

9:30 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop31h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

dom. 2/1

7:19 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 56m

$918

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 1/25

7:05 pm-11:10 am

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles

dom. 2/1

6:45 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 05m

$946

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 1/24

10:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

sáb. 1/31

8:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$946

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 2/20

7:05 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

vie. 3/13

7:45 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 05m

$954

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

jue. 1/22

9:30 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop36h 21m

Los Angeles

jue. 1/29

8:30 am-10:50 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$961

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

jue. 1/29

9:30 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop36h 21m

Los Angeles

jue. 2/12

7:20 am-10:50 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$963

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 1/25

10:00 pm-8:34 pm

2 stops32h 34m

Los Angeles

dom. 2/1

9:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop27h 25m

$966

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $796). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

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

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated diciembre 12, 2025.
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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to California?

    For as low as $946, Virgin Atlantic can have you in California from South Africa in 26h 05m. The distance from South Africa to California is about 10373 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $378. Qatar Airways flights start at $591 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $678 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $796). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$931Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$943Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$986Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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