$631+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Nov 3 — Nov 101
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 October 4, 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 October 4, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1611:45 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Thu 10/2911:45 am -
1 stop21h 50m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$924
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/208:05 pm -
1 stop34h 50m
Tue 12/14:35 pm -
2 stops33h 30m
Deal found 9/29![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$938
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/208:15 pm -
1 stop25h 55m
Fri 10/308:10 am -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$939
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/169:00 pm -
1 stop27h 10m
Mon 11/2312:35 pm -
1 stop20h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$939
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/229:00 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Thu 1/286:00 am -
1 stop26h 35m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$944
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1611:45 pm -
1 stop27h 00m
Thu 10/292:00 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 9/29![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$944
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:15 pm -
1 stop25h 55m
Wed 3/318:00 am -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$948
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:50 pm -
1 stop35h 59m
Tue 11/244:40 pm -
1 stop33h 25m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$948
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/227:35 pm -
2 stops32h 43m
Wed 1/1311:30 am -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$950
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:05 pm -
1 stop33h 20m
Tue 10/2711:05 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$953
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/177:35 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Tue 11/248:50 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 10/2![British Airways logo]()
$954
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/279:40 pm -
1 stop32h 35m
Tue 11/310:05 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$962
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 October 4, 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 October 4, 2026.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/229:00 pm -
2 stops32h 50m
Thu 1/286:00 am -
1 stop26h 35m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$950
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/117:35 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Sun 11/158:50 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 10/3![British Airways logo]()
$974
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:05 pm -
2 stops30h 00m
Thu 10/295:50 am -
2 stops27h 45m
Deal found 10/4![Delta logo]()
$978
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/911:55 pm -
1 stop45h 50m
Tue 6/19:59 am -
2 stops26h 21m
Deal found 9/29![KLM logo]()
$994
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:10 pm -
2 stops30h 40m
Mon 11/2311:51 am -
1 stop20h 44m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$996
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/68:50 pm -
1 stop24h 34m
Fri 6/49:30 pm -
1 stop32h 50m
Deal found 9/29![United Airlines logo]()
$999
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1612:55 am -
1 stop43h 55m
Tue 11/2412:45 pm -
1 stop37h 20m
Deal found 10/3![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,033
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/218:40 pm -
2 stops33h 56m
Wed 1/208:20 am -
3 stops39h 40m
Deal found 10/3![SWISS logo]()
$1,238
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/226:40 pm -
1 stop28h 45m
Thu 11/53:50 pm -
1 stop39h 20m
Deal found 10/2![Emirates logo]()
$1,360
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1512:25 pm -
3 stops58h 37m
Sun 11/228:55 am -
3 stops40h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,449
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 11/149:30 am -
2 stops41h 45m
Sat 11/215:35 pm -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 9/30![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,678
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/227:35 pm -
2 stops32h 43m
Wed 1/1311:30 am -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$950
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/158:50 pm -
1 stop28h 44m
Sun 11/2210:35 pm -
1 stop31h 35m
Deal found 9/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,002
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:05 pm -
2 stops30h 20m
Thu 10/297:40 am -
2 stops25h 55m
Deal found 10/2![Delta logo]()
$1,004
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/317:35 pm -
1 stop33h 10m
Wed 3/109:23 pm -
2 stops27h 02m
Deal found 10/2![British Airways logo]()
$1,024
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2111:59 pm -
2 stops30h 17m
Wed 1/202:15 pm -
2 stops35h 10m
Deal found 10/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,032
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/119:40 pm -
1 stop32h 35m
Sun 1/3110:05 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$970
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:50 pm -
1 stop29h 32m
Tue 11/2410:59 pm -
1 stop33h 36m
Deal found 10/3![Delta logo]()
$1,018
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/3110:00 pm -
1 stop28h 55m
Wed 3/1010:20 am -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 10/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,026
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1111:55 pm -
2 stops29h 08m
Sun 2/710:05 pm -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,037
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/214:35 pm -
1 stop27h 10m
Sun 10/257:35 pm -
1 stop42h 25m
Deal found 9/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,174
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/29:40 pm -
2 stops32h 55m
Mon 11/162:15 pm -
2 stops32h 25m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$971
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/277:35 pm -
1 stop30h 35m
Sun 1/316:00 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 10/2![British Airways logo]()
$1,073
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:50 pm -
1 stop33h 05m
Tue 11/2410:05 pm -
2 stops30h 30m
Deal found 10/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,043
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/108:50 pm -
2 stops26h 57m
Thu 11/195:00 pm -
2 stops61h 10m
Deal found 9/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,045
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2111:59 pm -
2 stops30h 17m
Wed 1/2010:40 pm -
1 stop34h 30m
Deal found 10/3![Delta logo]()
$1,057
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/29:40 pm -
2 stops34h 51m
Tue 11/175:10 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$973
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 1/217:35 pm -
2 stops35h 10m
Mon 1/2510:21 pm -
2 stops26h 04m
Deal found 9/29![British Airways logo]()
$1,080
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/38:50 pm -
2 stops30h 47m
Wed 2/177:41 pm -
3 stops34h 29m
Deal found 10/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,047
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/168:50 pm -
1 stop23h 51m
Mon 11/2311:51 am -
1 stop20h 44m
Deal found 10/2![Delta logo]()
$1,070
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated October 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated October 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:15 pm -
1 stop25h 55m
Wed 3/318:00 am -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$948
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:05 pm -
1 stop33h 20m
Tue 10/2711:05 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$953
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1611:45 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Thu 10/2911:45 am -
1 stop21h 50m
Deal found 10/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$924
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1611:45 pm -
1 stop27h 00m
Thu 10/292:00 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 9/29![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$944
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/208:05 pm -
1 stop34h 50m
Tue 12/14:35 pm -
2 stops33h 30m
Deal found 9/29![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$938
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/208:15 pm -
1 stop25h 55m
Fri 10/308:10 am -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$939
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/279:40 pm -
1 stop32h 35m
Tue 11/310:05 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$962
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/29:40 pm -
1 stop32h 35m
Mon 11/162:15 pm -
2 stops32h 25m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$966
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/159:40 pm -
1 stop32h 35m
Sun 11/225:10 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 10/1![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$964
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/169:00 pm -
1 stop27h 10m
Mon 11/2312:35 pm -
1 stop20h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$939
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:50 pm -
1 stop35h 59m
Tue 11/244:40 pm -
1 stop33h 25m
Deal found 10/3![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$948
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/177:35 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Tue 11/248:50 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 10/2![British Airways logo]()
$954
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 October 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 4, 2026.
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/138:20 pm -
1 stop26h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$631
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:20 pm -
1 stop26h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$632
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/122:05 pm -
1 stop33h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Qatar Airways logo]()
$632
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/288:20 pm -
1 stop26h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$636
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:45 pm -
1 stop33h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$637
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:30 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$644
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 12/1312:20 am -
1 stop26h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$658
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:00 pm -
3 stops53h 19m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$667
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3012:20 am -
1 stop45h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$679
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/219:45 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Egyptair logo]()
$695
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 1/2411:30 am -
2 stops53h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$706
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2411:30 am -
2 stops45h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Multiple Airlines 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 October 4, 2026.
Round-trip from | $930 (Virgin Atlantic) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $631 (flightsite.co.za) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,030 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 4, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 11/13
8:20 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop26h 30m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$631
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 10/30
12:20 am-12:50 pm
1 stop45h 30m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$686
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 12/13
12:20 am-4:35 pm
1 stop26h 15m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$694
Quickest round-trip
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 11/15
9:45 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop24h 35m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$695
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT Cape Town Intl - LAX Los Angeles
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/8
1:15 pm-5:59 pm
2 stops37h 44m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$717
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 12/13
11:20 am-4:30 pm
2 stops39h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$734
DurbanSan Francisco
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SFO San Francisco
DURSFO
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sun 12/27
3:45 pm-4:30 pm
2 stops34h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$760
DurbanSan Francisco
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SFO San Francisco
DURSFO
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 12/2
3:45 pm-4:30 pm
2 stops34h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$760
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SFO San Francisco
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 10/31
8:20 pm-9:40 pm
2 stops34h 20m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$768
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/20
5:55 pm-11:40 am
1 stop26h 45m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$777
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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 $1,003). Flying from South Africa to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,317). 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 86 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 October 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
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$1,086 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$938 | Average$1,142 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$943 | Average$1,186 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,190 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$985 | Average$1,126 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,022 | Average$1,057 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,069 | Average$1,230 | 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% |