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$585+ 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Sep 8 — Sep 151
Mon 9/8
Mon 9/15
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,005
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$585
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,078
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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 September 3, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/71:05 amSFO - JNB
1 stop45h 35mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/2111:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/3$994
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/1511:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,005
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/71:25 amLAX - JNB
1 stop45h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/2111:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop43h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/3$1,007
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/2111:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/3$1,009
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1912:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop46h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/2811:05 amJNB - LAX
1 stop36h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/1$1,013
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1512:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop46h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/1411:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop43h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,014
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/212:25 amLAX - JNB
1 stop46h 15mCathay Pacific
Wed 9/1011:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,016
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/212:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/2011:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop43h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,020
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:25 amSFO - JNB
1 stop34h 15mCathay Pacific
Sat 11/1511:05 amJNB - SFO
1 stop44h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,025
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:15 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop47h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/1111:05 amJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,029
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2112:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/2611:05 amJNB - LAX
1 stop43h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/1$1,031
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2112:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop46h 10mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/211:05 amJNB - LAX
1 stop43h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/3$1,033

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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 September 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

1:25 am-7:40 am

1 stop45h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/21

11:20 am-10:05 pm

1 stop43h 45m

$1,007

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

12:25 pm-7:40 am

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/21

11:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,009

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

10:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop47h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

11:05 am-8:55 pm

1 stop43h 50m

$1,009

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

12:30 am-7:40 am

1 stop46h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/3

11:05 am-9:05 am

1 stop32h 00m

$1,009

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

1:25 pm-7:40 am

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/24

11:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,013

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Fri 10/24

6:15 am-7:40 am

2 stops40h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

11:05 am-5:18 pm

2 stops40h 13m

$1,219

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Mon 10/13

6:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/24

6:50 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$1,227

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 10/22

6:15 am-7:40 am

2 stops40h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/8

11:05 am-2:19 pm

2 stops37h 14m

$1,228

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 11/4

6:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

10:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,241

San DiegoJohannesburg

SAN - JNB

SANJNB

San Diego

Tue 11/4

6:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/12

7:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$1,241

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from California to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,672). 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 September 3, 2025.

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

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 Cathay Pacific, Delta, and British Airways fly from California to Johannesburg in about 28h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 10m. The distance from California to Johannesburg is about 10523 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 Cathay Pacific ($599), Qatar Airways ($805), and WestJet ($859).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from California to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,672). 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 September 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$674Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$796Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$875Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$900Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$920Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$966Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$972Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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