$634+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
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JNB — LAX
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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 June 14, 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 June 14, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/128:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops28h 43m
United Airlines
Fri 6/2611:30 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop30h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,009
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 6/218:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop36h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 6/296:00 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop24h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,012
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 10/278:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop32h 04m
United Airlines
Thu 11/128:40 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/138:50 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop28h 16m
United Airlines
Sat 12/511:30 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops32h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,051
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/511:15 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops32h 28m
Delta
Thu 11/1212:00 pm
ONT
- JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$1,081
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 10/118:05 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops32h 56m
Delta
Wed 10/217:50 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops37h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$1,088
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/128:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 39m
Lufthansa
Fri 6/269:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop32h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,089
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop33h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 10/2410:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop25h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/12![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,099
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/158:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop32h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 6/2810:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/12![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,100
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2711:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Sun 8/164:45 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop43h 40m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$1,101
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/216:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/48:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,106
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2711:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Mon 8/171:50 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$1,107
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 June 14, 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 June 14, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 10/278:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop32h 04m
United Airlines
Thu 11/128:40 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/208:50 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop29h 51m
Delta
Sun 1/1010:10 pm
LAS
- CPT
1 stop34h 25m
Delta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$1,088
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/249:50 am
LAS
- JNB
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,118
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/57:35 pm
JNB
- OAK
2 stops37h 04m
British Airways
Mon 11/912:05 pm
OAK
- JNB
2 stops36h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 6/12![British Airways logo]()
$1,120
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 9/511:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops31h 10m
KLM
Wed 9/166:25 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops26h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/9![KLM logo]()
$1,138
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/205:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/307:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,141
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/88:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops33h 49m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 12/287:50 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops28h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/39:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops28h 15m
American Airlines
Thu 8/2710:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops25h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9![American Airlines logo]()
$1,265
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/126:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 50m
Air France
Tue 7/285:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops31h 25m
Air France
Deal found 6/14![Air France logo]()
$1,316
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/208:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops35h 16m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/512:04 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops35h 56m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,415
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Condor
Wed 7/154:30 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Condor
Deal found 6/10![Condor logo]()
$1,659
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/39:45 am
JNB
- ONT
2 stops45h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/1711:50 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops47h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/12![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,815
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/106:50 pm
JNB
- OAK
2 stops37h 20m
Emirates
Wed 1/277:00 am
OAK
- JNB
2 stops41h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 6/12![Emirates logo]()
$1,980
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/272:30 pm
JNB
- SAN
3 stops33h 33m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/39:59 pm
SAN
- JNB
2 stops30h 26m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/12![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,108
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/118:05 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop25h 26m
Delta
Wed 10/217:50 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops37h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/13![Delta logo]()
$1,089
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/277:25 pm
JNB
- SAN
2 stops34h 57m
British Airways
Mon 8/37:40 pm
SAN
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 6/12![British Airways logo]()
$1,122
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 8/2911:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops31h 10m
KLM
Sat 12/59:35 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops27h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/9![KLM logo]()
$1,158
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2911:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/55:15 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,166
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/278:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop32h 10m
Delta
Thu 11/1212:00 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop20h 35m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$1,119
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/207:35 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop33h 15m
British Airways
Sun 1/107:55 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop28h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 6/11![British Airways logo]()
$1,158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/67:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop27h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 7/2111:15 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop34h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2011:55 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops32h 00m
Delta
Sun 1/105:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops40h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$1,153
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/259:15 pm
JNB
- SAN
2 stops30h 07m
British Airways
Sat 8/14:45 pm
SAN
- JNB
1 stop29h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 6/10![British Airways logo]()
$1,170
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2111:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Tue 8/48:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 7/198:05 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop33h 56m
Delta
Sun 7/268:25 pm
LAS
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$1,153
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/127:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 7/286:10 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12![United Airlines logo]()
$1,405
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/209:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 10m
British Airways
Fri 10/309:40 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops27h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 6/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,182
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/198:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops35h 29m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/256:02 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops41h 58m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,669
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:00 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops37h 44m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 7/2911:51 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops49h 24m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,675
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1211:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Tue 7/288:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,476
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated June 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated June 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/128:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops28h 43m
United Airlines
Fri 6/2611:30 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop30h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,009
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/128:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 39m
Lufthansa
Fri 6/269:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop32h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,089
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/158:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop32h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 6/2810:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/12![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,100
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/188:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/24:20 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,124
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 6/218:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop36h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 6/296:00 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop24h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,012
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/78:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 21m
United Airlines
Thu 7/237:21 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops58h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12![United Airlines logo]()
$1,111
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 7/198:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop35h 27m
Delta
Mon 7/276:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops30h 25m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$1,108
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2011:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops33h 38m
Delta
Wed 4/76:00 am
LAX
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$1,123
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/216:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/48:10 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,106
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2711:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Sun 8/164:45 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop43h 40m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$1,101
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2711:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop45h 35m
KLM
Mon 8/171:50 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$1,107
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/277:25 pm
JNB
- SAN
2 stops34h 57m
British Airways
Mon 8/37:40 pm
SAN
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 6/12![British Airways logo]()
$1,122
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 June 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 14, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2312:40 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$634
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/81:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$646
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/61:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$672
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2312:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops37h 56m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$686
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/28:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$699
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/158:55 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops32h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$707
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/238:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$707
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/311:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$709
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/25:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops40h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$710
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops37h 41m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/12![Qatar Airways logo]()
$713
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops38h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$715
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/62:05 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops54h 22m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$716
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 June 14, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,017 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $634 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,191 |
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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 June 14, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/27
8:50 pm-7:54 pm
1 stop32h 04m
Los Angeles
Thu 11/12
8:40 am-4:10 pm
1 stop21h 30m
$1,017
Cape TownLas Vegas
CPT - LAS
CPTLAS
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/20
8:50 pm-4:41 pm
1 stop29h 51m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sun 1/10
10:10 pm-6:35 pm
1 stop34h 25m
$1,088
Cape TownLas Vegas
CPT - LAS
CPTLAS
Cape Town Intl
Sun 10/11
8:05 pm-12:31 pm
1 stop25h 26m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Wed 10/21
7:50 pm-5:50 pm
2 stops37h 00m
$1,089
JohannesburgLas Vegas
JNB - LAS
JNBLAS
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 10/15
8:15 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop33h 55m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sat 10/24
9:50 am-10:25 pm
2 stops27h 35m
$1,118
Quickest round-trip
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/27
8:50 pm-8:00 pm
1 stop32h 10m
Los Angeles
Thu 11/12
12:00 pm-6:35 pm
1 stop20h 35m
$1,119
JohannesburgOakland
JNB - OAK
JNBOAK
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 11/5
7:35 pm-10:39 pm
2 stops37h 04m
Oakland
Mon 11/9
12:05 pm-10:25 am
2 stops36h 20m
$1,120
JohannesburgSan Diego
JNB - SAN
JNBSAN
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 7/27
7:25 pm-9:22 pm
2 stops34h 57m
San Diego
Mon 8/3
7:40 pm-9:25 am
1 stop28h 45m
$1,122
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Sat 9/5
11:15 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops31h 10m
Los Angeles
Wed 9/16
6:25 pm-5:50 am
2 stops26h 25m
$1,138
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/20
5:55 pm-11:40 am
1 stop26h 45m
Los Angeles
Fri 10/30
7:30 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 30m
$1,141
JohannesburgLas Vegas
JNB - LAS
JNBLAS
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 11/20
11:55 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops32h 00m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sun 1/10
5:00 pm-7:00 pm
2 stops40h 00m
$1,153
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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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $3,675). 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 June 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 14, 2026.
| 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$1,014 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,198 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$976 | Average$1,141 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$991 | Average$1,104 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,107 | Average$1,308 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,302 | Average$1,329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |