$577+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
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JNB — LAX
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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 July 24, 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 July 24, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 9/208:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop36h 52m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 11/121:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/23![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$955
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 7/268:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 43m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 8/88:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$984
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/188:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop36h 53m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 8/246:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$985
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/268:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 00m
Delta
Sat 8/85:50 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Deal found 7/24![Delta logo]()
$986
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/277:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops27h 16m
United Airlines
Thu 8/68:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24![United Airlines logo]()
$995
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/158:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops26h 01m
Delta
Fri 10/164:15 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops40h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/24![Delta logo]()
$999
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 9/206:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/237:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop26h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 8/511:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop20h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,003
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/2110:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops31h 36m
United Airlines
Fri 1/112:35 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops32h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$1,005
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/208:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop36h 52m
Delta
Thu 11/1211:30 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop21h 05m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$1,006
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 9/146:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,006
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/207:20 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops28h 50m
Air France
Wed 12/306:55 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Air France
Deal found 7/23![Air France logo]()
$1,007
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 July 24, 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 July 24, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/188:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop36h 53m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 8/246:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$985
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 stop23h 59m
United Airlines
Thu 11/128:17 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,012
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/17:35 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops30h 09m
British Airways
Tue 1/59:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops26h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 7/21![British Airways logo]()
$1,021
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/311:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops30h 18m
Delta
Thu 9/1011:55 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$1,034
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/1411:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop45h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/249:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,036
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
- SFO
2 stops27h 45m
KLM
Sat 9/127:00 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops29h 25m
KLM
Deal found 7/20![KLM logo]()
$1,059
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 9/55:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 9/126:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,188
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/202:05 pm
JNB
- SNA
2 stops37h 18m
Qatar Airways
Sat 9/268:06 am
SNA
- JNB
2 stops39h 54m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,786
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops35h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 9/146:00 am
SFO
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,006
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/96:50 pm
JNB
- SNA
2 stops33h 15m
Emirates
Sat 1/1611:00 am
SNA
- JNB
2 stops32h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 7/22![Emirates logo]()
$2,023
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/177:50 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 10/1412:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops29h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,015
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 9/1911:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop45h 35m
Delta
Fri 10/2312:15 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$1,035
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 9/208:05 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop33h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/278:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,061
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/111:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 30m
KLM
Tue 9/81:50 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Deal found 7/22![KLM logo]()
$1,062
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 10/189:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 12/18:55 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops37h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/20![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/48:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 28m
United Airlines
Fri 9/1111:14 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop31h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,028
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/2411:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops33h 37m
Delta
Sat 10/108:20 am
LAX
- JNB
1 stop26h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$1,039
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/2011:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/124:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
1 stop24h 30m
KLM
Wed 9/168:45 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops27h 40m
KLM
Deal found 7/23![KLM logo]()
$1,095
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/177:35 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop29h 20m
British Airways
Wed 1/278:35 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop27h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 7/23![British Airways logo]()
$1,213
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/229:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 11/254:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/21![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/138:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops25h 28m
United Airlines
Wed 11/118:10 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops23h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$1,036
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/188:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop36h 53m
Delta
Mon 8/248:55 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops27h 30m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$1,053
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 12/177:20 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/271:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,090
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 10/189:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop33h 56m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 11/244:40 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/20![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,010
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 9/311:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop28h 20m
KLM
Thu 9/109:59 am
LAS
- JNB
2 stops26h 21m
KLM
Deal found 7/20![KLM logo]()
$1,114
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:15 pm
JNB
- SNA
2 stops32h 24m
British Airways
Wed 8/2611:20 am
SNA
- JNB
2 stops34h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 7/22![British Airways logo]()
$1,253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/1810:00 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops31h 53m
United Airlines
Fri 9/255:00 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops28h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,063
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/199:55 pm
JNB
- LAS
1 stop33h 06m
Delta
Fri 11/610:10 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$1,082
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/1411:59 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops29h 34m
KLM
Thu 11/264:10 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop43h 50m
KLM
Deal found 7/24![KLM logo]()
$1,116
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/2411:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop45h 35m
Delta
Tue 3/95:55 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops27h 05m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$1,038
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2510:00 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops55h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 2/246:00 am
ONT
- JNB
2 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,008
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 7/2511:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops33h 00m
Delta
Wed 2/2411:50 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop33h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$1,039
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 7/268:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 43m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 8/88:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/24![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$984
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/268:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops29h 44m
Delta
Sat 8/85:50 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Deal found 7/24![Delta logo]()
$986
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/2610:00 pm
JNB
- SNA
3 stops44h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 2/239:04 pm
SNA
- JNB
1 stop35h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,008
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/277:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops27h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 8/65:45 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops24h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24![United Airlines logo]()
$995
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/2710:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop23h 14m
United Airlines
Mon 8/311:59 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop33h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,027
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/67:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop25h 03m
United Airlines
Thu 8/138:17 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,012
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/188:05 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop36h 53m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 8/246:00 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$985
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Tue 8/2510:35 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops37h 50m
KLM
Deal found 7/20![KLM logo]()
$1,017
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/288:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop28h 23m
United Airlines
Thu 9/108:17 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop22h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,004
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 July 24, 2026.
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This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/169:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 7/22![Egyptair logo]()
$577
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/189:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 7/22![Egyptair logo]()
$611
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 12/1612:20 am
JNB
- LAX
1 stop44h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$618
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/22:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/23![Qatar Airways logo]()
$639
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/177:35 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops32h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 7/22![British Airways logo]()
$662
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 9/2712:10 am
CPT
- SFO
3 stops50h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$666
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/261:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$676
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1710:00 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops33h 52m
British Airways
Deal found 7/22![British Airways logo]()
$677
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 12/167:35 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops33h 02m
British Airways
Deal found 7/22![British Airways logo]()
$685
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 8/309:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 7/22![Egyptair logo]()
$690
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 12/187:35 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops32h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 7/22![British Airways logo]()
$692
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Fri 9/1812:10 am
CPT
- SFO
3 stops44h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$702
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 July 24, 2026.
Round-trip from | $955 (Virgin Atlantic) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $577 (BusinessClass) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,222 |
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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 July 24, 2026.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Tue 8/18
8:05 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop36h 53m
San Francisco
Mon 8/24
6:00 am-5:50 pm
1 stop26h 50m
$985
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/7
8:15 pm-10:21 pm
2 stops35h 06m
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
6:00 am-7:40 pm
1 stop28h 40m
$1,006
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/18
9:55 pm-5:11 pm
1 stop28h 16m
San Francisco
Tue 12/1
8:55 am-8:20 am
2 stops37h 25m
$1,010
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 10/22
9:55 pm-5:11 pm
1 stop28h 16m
San Francisco
Wed 11/25
4:40 pm-8:20 am
1 stop29h 40m
$1,010
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/18
9:55 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop33h 56m
San Francisco
Tue 11/24
4:40 pm-8:20 am
1 stop29h 40m
$1,010
Quickest round-trip
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/27
8:50 pm-11:49 am
1 stop23h 59m
Los Angeles
Thu 11/12
8:17 am-4:10 pm
1 stop21h 53m
$1,012
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Thu 9/17
7:50 pm-10:25 am
1 stop23h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 10/14
12:45 am-3:20 pm
2 stops29h 35m
$1,015
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 12/1
7:35 pm-3:44 pm
2 stops30h 09m
Los Angeles
Tue 1/5
9:30 pm-10:25 am
2 stops26h 55m
$1,021
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Fri 9/4
8:00 pm-3:28 pm
1 stop28h 28m
San Francisco
Fri 9/11
11:14 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop31h 06m
$1,028
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 9/3
11:15 pm-8:33 pm
2 stops30h 18m
Los Angeles
Thu 9/10
11:55 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop34h 45m
$1,034
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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 $992). Flying from South Africa to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,261). 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 89 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 July 24, 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.
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$847 | Average$882 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$892 | Average$1,065 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$938 | Average$1,131 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$943 | Average$1,014 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$966 | Average$1,238 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,022 | Average$1,057 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,107 | Average$1,297 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,302 | Average$1,329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,720 | Average$1,796 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |