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$582+ 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$887
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$582
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,012
From South Africa to California
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to California
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 septiembre 17, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/198:05 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop31h 05mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 9/2512:07 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop20h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/16$886
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/309:30 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop30h 02mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 11/612:00 pmSAN - CPT
1 stop21h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/15$887
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/309:30 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 11/62:15 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop42h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/15$935
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/155:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
vie. 1/236:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$941
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
mar. 10/287:10 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
mar. 11/46:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$944
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
dom. 9/288:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 35mDelta
lun. 10/63:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop33h 50mDelta
Deal found 9/16$958
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
lun. 9/298:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 35mDelta
mié. 10/87:55 amLAX - JNB
2 stops26h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/16$959
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/87:10 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
dom. 11/161:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$961
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/3110:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mVirgin Atlantic
vie. 11/77:15 amLAX - JNB
1 stop25h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/16$962
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
dom. 11/98:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 20mSWISS
dom. 11/167:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 20mSWISS
Deal found 9/17$963
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
dom. 9/288:40 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops32h 49mDelta
mar. 10/79:35 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/16$964
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
lun. 9/298:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 35mDelta
dom. 10/55:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop41h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/16$965

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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 septiembre 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 10/30

9:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Los Angeles

jue. 11/6

2:15 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 45m

$935

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

8:40 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Los Angeles

dom. 10/5

4:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops33h 20m

$958

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

8:40 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Los Angeles

lun. 10/6

3:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop33h 50m

$958

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/29

8:40 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Los Angeles

mar. 10/7

8:05 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 15m

$958

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

8:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

mar. 10/7

1:12 pm-10:20 am

2 stops36h 08m

$958

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

8:40 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Los Angeles

mié. 10/8

6:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$959

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 11/9

8:15 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Los Angeles

dom. 11/16

7:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

$963

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 11/9

8:15 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops35h 13m

Los Angeles

dom. 11/16

10:55 pm-10:30 am

2 stops49h 35m

$966

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

mié. 10/15

2:00 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Los Angeles

dom. 10/26

11:19 am-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 56m

$967

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 10/15

7:35 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops33h 49m

Los Angeles

vie. 1/23

7:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

$968

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $246). Flying from South Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to California as you normally would.

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 septiembre 17, 2025.
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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air France
7.4
Good
1,468 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to California?

    For as low as $958, Virgin Atlantic can have you in California from South Africa in 25h 35m. The distance from South Africa to California is about 10373 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $644. Condor flights start at $673 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $723 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $246). Flying from South Africa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from South Africa to California

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 septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$856Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$931Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$986Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$991Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,036Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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