$613+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
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JNB — LAX
Mar 16 — Mar 231
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 February 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 February 14, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/116:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$900
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/129:30 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop30h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 2/2512:20 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/11![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$912
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/129:30 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop34h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 2/2511:47 am
SFO
- CPT
1 stop21h 28m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$916
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/99:30 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop35h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 3/157:15 am
LAS
- CPT
1 stop27h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/13![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$919
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sun 3/89:30 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop35h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 3/158:25 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop25h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/12![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$922
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/306:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/612:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$928
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/88:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops29h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 3/2112:25 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops31h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13![United Airlines logo]()
$931
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Thu 2/128:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops30h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 2/2510:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10![United Airlines logo]()
$932
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/311:25 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$934
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 2/248:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops26h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 11/1810:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 2/248:50 pm
CPT
- ONT
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Wed 11/187:00 am
ONT
- CPT
2 stops25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Thu 5/77:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops26h 53m
United Airlines
Tue 5/267:14 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops59h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$935
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 February 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 February 14, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/99:30 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop35h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 3/157:15 am
LAS
- CPT
1 stop27h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/13![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/88:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops29h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 3/2112:25 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops31h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13![United Airlines logo]()
$931
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/311:25 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$934
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/279:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops31h 06m
American Airlines
Thu 8/133:21 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops30h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11![American Airlines logo]()
$946
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 6/179:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops28h 55m
British Airways
Sun 6/218:10 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops28h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 2/11![British Airways logo]()
$978
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Mon 3/308:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Delta
Mon 4/65:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop29h 55m
Delta
Deal found 2/13![Delta logo]()
$984
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 6/511:15 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops29h 26m
KLM
Sat 6/138:25 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop39h 55m
KLM
Deal found 2/11![KLM logo]()
$1,004
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/157:55 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops37h 55m
Air France
Mon 3/234:40 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop28h 10m
Air France
Deal found 2/10![Air France logo]()
$1,055
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops42h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1010:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,091
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:20 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops39h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/1010:55 pm
SFO
- CPT
3 stops53h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/13![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,130
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/298:55 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops30h 59m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/312:13 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops30h 47m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,626
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/89:30 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop35h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 3/222:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/13![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 3/28:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops28h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 11/1810:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/87:35 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops31h 19m
American Airlines
Thu 3/127:10 am
LAS
- JNB
2 stops39h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10![American Airlines logo]()
$976
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Sat 6/68:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Thu 9/241:00 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/13![Delta logo]()
$986
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 2/258:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops28h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 11/1311:30 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop30h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Wed 3/1810:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops34h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 3/306:00 am
LAX
- JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/12![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$979
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 4/208:25 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops30h 24m
Delta
Thu 4/307:55 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops27h 55m
Delta
Deal found 2/10![Delta logo]()
$988
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/299:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops30h 26m
American Airlines
Sun 4/58:25 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop28h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11![American Airlines logo]()
$1,006
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 3/28:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 57m
United Airlines
Fri 11/1310:50 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop31h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/296:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops49h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/56:45 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Thu 6/48:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops30h 24m
Delta
Tue 9/226:50 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 00m
Delta
Deal found 2/13![Delta logo]()
$991
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/710:00 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops32h 09m
American Airlines
Thu 3/1211:39 am
LAS
- JNB
2 stops34h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10![American Airlines logo]()
$1,010
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 2/258:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops28h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 11/168:40 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/39:15 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops28h 07m
British Airways
Fri 4/104:52 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops29h 08m
British Airways
Deal found 2/13![British Airways logo]()
$1,256
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/710:00 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops30h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 3/135:56 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops29h 44m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,046
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:35 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops36h 03m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 6/79:00 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops53h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Sun 3/2210:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 40m
Delta
Tue 3/317:35 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops28h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/10![Delta logo]()
$992
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/87:35 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops32h 23m
American Airlines
Fri 3/1311:39 am
LAS
- JNB
2 stops34h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10![American Airlines logo]()
$1,014
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 3/28:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop24h 57m
United Airlines
Sun 11/1510:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated February 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated February 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/1310:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops30h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 2/289:01 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops23h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$945
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1810:00 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops33h 09m
British Airways
Wed 2/2512:02 pm
LAS
- JNB
2 stops33h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 2/11![British Airways logo]()
$954
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 2/248:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop28h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 11/1510:15 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 2/248:50 pm
CPT
- ONT
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 11/157:00 am
ONT
- CPT
2 stops25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 2/258:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops26h 54m
United Airlines
Sun 11/157:00 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$945
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/710:00 pm
JNB
- LAS
2 stops43h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 3/133:00 pm
LAS
- JNB
1 stop43h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$940
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/89:30 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop35h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 3/222:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/13![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$919
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sun 3/89:30 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop35h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 3/158:25 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop25h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/12![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$922
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/88:50 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops29h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 3/2112:25 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops31h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13![United Airlines logo]()
$931
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/99:30 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop35h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 3/157:15 am
LAS
- CPT
1 stop27h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/13![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$919
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/311:25 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$934
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/306:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/612:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$928
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 February 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 February 14, 2026.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/54:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$613
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2312:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$618
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/152:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$621
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/265:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
3 stops58h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$624
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Sun 3/11:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$628
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2212:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$634
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/182:45 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$637
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 3/241:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$642
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/25:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop27h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$643
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/154:35 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$655
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/125:00 pm
JNB
- LAX
3 stops52h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$666
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/265:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops51h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$668
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 February 14, 2026.
Round-trip from | $900 (oojo) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $613 (SmartFares) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $974 |
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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 February 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.
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Fly to
California
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownLas Vegas
CPT - LAS
CPTLAS
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/9
9:30 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop35h 05m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sun 3/15
7:15 am-7:15 pm
1 stop27h 00m
$919
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Sun 3/8
9:30 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop35h 25m
Los Angeles
Sun 3/22
2:35 pm-7:15 pm
1 stop19h 40m
$919
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Sun 3/8
8:50 pm-5:27 pm
2 stops29h 37m
Los Angeles
Sat 3/21
12:25 am-5:00 pm
2 stops31h 35m
$931
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 3/22
7:05 pm-12:10 pm
1 stop26h 05m
Los Angeles
Tue 3/31
1:25 pm-10:30 am
1 stop36h 05m
$934
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/2
8:50 pm-3:26 pm
2 stops28h 36m
Los Angeles
Wed 11/18
10:15 am-6:00 pm
1 stop21h 45m
$934
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Wed 2/25
8:50 pm-3:35 pm
2 stops28h 45m
Los Angeles
Fri 11/13
11:30 pm-4:10 pm
1 stop30h 40m
$934
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/2
8:50 pm-11:47 am
1 stop24h 57m
Los Angeles
Fri 11/13
10:50 pm-4:10 pm
1 stop31h 20m
$934
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Wed 2/25
8:50 pm-3:35 pm
2 stops28h 45m
Los Angeles
Mon 11/16
8:40 am-4:10 pm
1 stop21h 30m
$934
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/2
8:50 pm-11:47 am
1 stop24h 57m
Los Angeles
Sun 11/15
10:15 am-6:00 pm
1 stop21h 45m
$934
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 5/27
9:15 pm-7:21 pm
2 stops31h 06m
San Francisco
Thu 8/13
3:21 pm-7:00 am
2 stops30h 39m
$946
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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 $879). Flying from South Africa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $964). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated February 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Air France, and United Airlines from South Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 14, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$847 | Average$882 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$912 | Average$1,061 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$917 | Average$1,178 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$934 | Average$1,084 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$937 | Average$1,167 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$943 | Average$1,014 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$949 | Average$1,026 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$991 | Average$1,178 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |