$630+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Apr 19 — Apr 261
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 March 20, 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 March 20, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/186:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 8/106:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$901
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Tue 5/195:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/1112:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$926
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/186:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 8/136:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$927
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Mon 5/186:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/1112:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$949
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 5/206:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/126:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$951
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/256:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 8/136:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$953
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/69:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/138:20 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$955
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 9/55:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/176:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$956
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/157:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop31h 55m
British Airways
Mon 10/193:45 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop32h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 3/15![British Airways logo]()
$961
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/186:00 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/126:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$966
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 11/97:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/41:05 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$977
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Tue 5/265:50 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 8/136:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$980
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 March 20, 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 March 20, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/218:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops31h 57m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2811:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops32h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17![United Airlines logo]()
$990
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/57:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop27h 25m
British Airways
Wed 9/234:55 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops29h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 3/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,033
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 6/38:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop25h 45m
Delta
Tue 6/305:35 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops30h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/17![Delta logo]()
$1,079
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/28:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop30h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 6/305:35 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops30h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/15![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,082
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/711:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop45h 30m
KLM
Sun 6/211:45 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Deal found 3/16![KLM logo]()
$1,110
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/59:45 am
JNB
- LAX
2 stops37h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/229:25 am
LAX
- JNB
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,240
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/151:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Wed 4/225:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 3/15![Emirates logo]()
$1,258
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/710:40 am
CPT
- SFO
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 9/1611:45 am
SFO
- CPT
2 stops36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,502
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/202:45 pm
JNB
- SAN
2 stops52h 01m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/22:15 pm
SAN
- JNB
2 stops40h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,558
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/274:35 pm
CPT
- ONT
2 stops37h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 5/3010:00 pm
ONT
- CPT
2 stops52h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,961
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops29h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 5/2610:55 am
LAX
- CPT
2 stops37h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19![United Airlines logo]()
$997
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Mon 5/259:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 35m
British Airways
Sat 8/153:02 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 23m
British Airways
Deal found 3/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,084
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/58:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop28h 20m
Delta
Wed 9/2311:15 pm
SFO
- JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/15![Delta logo]()
$1,086
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/179:15 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 35m
British Airways
Sat 8/153:02 pm
SFO
- JNB
2 stops33h 23m
British Airways
Deal found 3/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,084
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/211:15 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop28h 20m
Delta
Sun 8/3011:25 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops33h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/18![Delta logo]()
$1,094
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/158:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
2 stops36h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/222:00 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
1 stop23h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 5/263:05 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,143
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:05 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops29h 19m
Delta
Mon 5/257:48 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops64h 37m
Delta
Deal found 3/20![Delta logo]()
$1,095
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/87:25 pm
JNB
- SFO
2 stops29h 30m
British Airways
Tue 9/1511:35 am
SFO
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 3/17![British Airways logo]()
$1,101
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/218:00 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop24h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 5/109:10 pm
LAS
- CPT
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,151
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:30 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops47h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/611:05 pm
LAX
- CPT
2 stops52h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,270
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/46:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Sat 4/115:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 3/16![Emirates logo]()
$1,406
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/211:15 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops31h 42m
KLM
Sat 5/98:25 pm
LAS
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
KLM
Deal found 3/17![KLM logo]()
$1,464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/1211:15 pm
CPT
- LAX
2 stops34h 42m
Delta
Mon 8/38:00 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/15![Delta logo]()
$1,103
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/41:15 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 45m
Emirates
Fri 4/105:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 3/16![Emirates logo]()
$1,440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/128:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop37h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 8/36:00 am
LAX
- CPT
1 stop24h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,193
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:40 pm
JNB
- ONT
2 stops31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/2812:04 pm
ONT
- JNB
2 stops35h 46m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,589
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/2811:15 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops29h 22m
KLM
Wed 7/87:05 am
LAS
- CPT
2 stops29h 20m
KLM
Deal found 3/19![KLM logo]()
$1,489
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/288:05 pm
CPT
- LAS
2 stops30h 44m
Delta
Mon 5/410:25 am
LAS
- CPT
2 stops22h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/16![Delta logo]()
$1,145
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:25 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Sun 4/265:05 pm
SFO
- CPT
1 stop38h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 3/19![Emirates logo]()
$1,446
Last-minute flights from South Africa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated March 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to California. Data last updated March 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/218:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop30h 39m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2811:59 pm
SFO
- CPT
2 stops32h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17![United Airlines logo]()
$990
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/218:00 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop28h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 5/912:26 pm
LAS
- CPT
2 stops39h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,130
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 4/268:00 am
CPT
- LAX
1 stop41h 30m
SWISS
Sun 5/107:35 pm
LAX
- CPT
1 stop40h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 3/17![SWISS logo]()
$1,093
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/288:05 pm
CPT
- LAS
1 stop26h 36m
Delta
Mon 5/410:03 am
LAS
- CPT
1 stop22h 47m
Delta
Deal found 3/16![Delta logo]()
$1,095
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/289:15 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops33h 50m
British Airways
Thu 5/284:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop29h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 3/18![British Airways logo]()
$1,104
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/287:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops35h 40m
British Airways
Tue 5/269:54 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops26h 31m
British Airways
Deal found 3/18![British Airways logo]()
$1,107
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/287:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops35h 40m
British Airways
Sun 5/318:10 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops28h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 3/18![British Airways logo]()
$1,112
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/283:05 pm
JNB
- LAX
2 stops29h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 8/310:20 am
LAX
- JNB
1 stop23h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18![United Airlines logo]()
$1,124
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 4/298:45 am
JNB
- LAX
1 stop39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/277:35 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$991
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 4/298:45 am
JNB
- LAX
1 stop39h 30m
Lufthansa
Thu 5/285:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/18![Lufthansa logo]()
$995
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 4/298:45 am
JNB
- LAX
1 stop39h 30m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/185:30 pm
LAX
- JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,026
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 4/298:25 pm
JNB
- LAX
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Mon 5/183:26 pm
LAX
- JNB
2 stops32h 19m
Delta
Deal found 3/16![Delta logo]()
$1,086
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 March 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/154:35 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$630
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 6/144:35 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$649
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/252:25 pm
CPT
- LAS
3 stops35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$650
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Thu 5/71:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$655
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/144:35 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$664
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/231:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$669
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/21:00 pm
CPT
- SFO
1 stop33h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$670
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/308:40 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$687
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/78:55 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$694
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/211:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$697
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/221:00 pm
CPT
- LAX
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$698
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/92:45 pm
JNB
- SFO
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$700
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 March 20, 2026.
Round-trip from | $901 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $630 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $992 |
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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 March 20, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Cape TownSan Francisco
CPT - SFO
CPTSFO
Cape Town Intl
Tue 4/21
8:00 pm-6:57 pm
2 stops31h 57m
San Francisco
Tue 4/28
11:59 pm-5:10 pm
2 stops32h 11m
$990
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Sun 5/3
8:00 pm-4:03 pm
2 stops29h 03m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 5/26
10:55 am-9:30 am
2 stops37h 35m
$997
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/5
7:25 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop27h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 9/23
4:55 pm-7:00 am
2 stops29h 05m
$1,033
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/3
8:25 pm-1:10 pm
1 stop25h 45m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 6/30
5:35 pm-8:45 am
2 stops30h 10m
$1,079
JohannesburgLos Angeles
JNB - LAX
JNBLAX
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 6/2
8:25 pm-5:45 pm
1 stop30h 20m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 6/30
5:35 pm-8:45 am
2 stops30h 10m
$1,082
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 5/25
9:15 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop25h 35m
San Francisco
Sat 8/15
3:02 pm-9:25 am
2 stops33h 23m
$1,084
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 5/17
9:15 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop25h 35m
San Francisco
Sat 8/15
3:02 pm-9:25 am
2 stops33h 23m
$1,084
JohannesburgSan Francisco
JNB - SFO
JNBSFO
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/5
8:25 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop28h 20m
San Francisco
Wed 9/23
11:15 pm-8:25 am
1 stop24h 10m
$1,086
Cape TownLas Vegas
CPT - LAS
CPTLAS
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/2
11:15 pm-6:35 pm
1 stop28h 20m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sun 8/30
11:25 pm-5:50 pm
2 stops33h 25m
$1,094
Cape TownLas Vegas
CPT - LAS
CPTLAS
Cape Town Intl
Sun 5/3
8:05 pm-4:24 pm
2 stops29h 19m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 5/25
7:48 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops64h 37m
$1,095
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $790). 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 March 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
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 March 20, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$847 | Average$882 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$917 | Average$1,027 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,071 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$943 | Average$1,013 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$954 | Average$1,098 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$956 | Average$1,072 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$959 | Average$1,129 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$991 | Average$1,247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |