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$608+ Cheap flights from California to Johannesburg

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
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Cheap flight deals from California to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,022
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$608
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,188
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Cheapest flights from California to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/71:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Sat 11/2211:59 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 51mKLM
Deal found 10/29$1,071
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1910:39 amSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 26mKLM
Fri 11/2111:59 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 51mKLM
Deal found 10/30$1,075
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:25 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 05mSWISS
Wed 12/38:15 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop30h 15mSWISS
Deal found 10/29$1,091
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/53:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop34h 30mDelta
Sun 11/99:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop35h 28mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,101
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/88:15 amSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 11/1510:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 56mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/30$1,109
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/262:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 50mBrussels Airlines
Wed 12/37:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,119
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/53:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop34h 30mAir France
Sun 11/97:20 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop28h 05mAir France
Deal found 10/28$1,122
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/2610:39 amSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 26mKLM
Wed 12/311:59 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops28h 05mKLM
Deal found 10/29$1,131
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Wed 1/147:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops37h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/77:45 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,142
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/56:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop31h 50mAir France
Fri 11/217:20 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 45mAir France
Deal found 10/28$1,145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 35mLufthansa
Sat 2/77:45 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops31h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$1,146

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Johannesburg 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

9:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

9:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

8:30 am-6:35 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

10:25 am-12:15 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$1,067

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

3:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

3:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

3:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

7:15 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

10:25 am-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$1,071

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

12:43 am-6:35 pm

3 stops31h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

3:05 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,071

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,071

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/21

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,071

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

6:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:20 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops32h 32m

$1,085

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Best time to book a flight from California to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Johannesburg

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg (average of $816). Flying from California to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,291). 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 CA to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Johannesburg?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Johannesburg. 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 California to Johannesburg?

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and KLM fly from California to Johannesburg in about 24h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 25m. The distance from California to Johannesburg is about 10542 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Johannesburg are Qatar Airways ($716), SWISS ($780), and United Airlines ($817).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Johannesburg?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Ontario - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from California to Johannesburg.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Johannesburg 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 California to Johannesburg?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg (average of $816). Flying from California to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,291). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Johannesburg. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$872Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$905Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$961Average$1,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$970Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,005Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,028Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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