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$589+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Johannesburg

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 December 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/177:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/255:01 pmSNA - JNB
2 stops63h 59mDelta
Thu 1/1511:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops32h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2611:45 amSNA - JNB
2 stops45h 15mDelta
Thu 1/1511:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops50h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 12/279:56 amLAS - JNB
1 stop22h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/147:00 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop26h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/255:01 pmSNA - JNB
2 stops63h 59mDelta
Tue 1/1311:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops56h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2611:45 amSNA - JNB
2 stops45h 15mDelta
Tue 1/1311:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops56h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/255:01 pmSNA - JNB
2 stops63h 59mDelta
Mon 1/1211:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops43h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/255:01 pmSNA - JNB
2 stops63h 59mDelta
Sat 1/1711:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops50h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2611:45 amSNA - JNB
2 stops45h 15mDelta
Fri 1/1611:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops56h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/255:01 pmSNA - JNB
2 stops63h 59mDelta
Wed 1/1411:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops66h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2611:45 amSNA - JNB
2 stops45h 15mDelta
Wed 1/1411:59 pmJNB - SNA
2 stops66h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/2610:04 pmLAS - JNB
1 stop34h 56mDelta
Tue 4/149:55 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop27h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/13$1,359

Find flight deals from California to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,014
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One-way from

$589
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,621
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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 December 15, 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

Tue 1/27

6:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

7:05 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,051

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

6:25 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/17

10:00 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop25h 22m

$1,057

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

11:56 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

10:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$1,057

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Sat 4/11

6:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

9:55 pm-10:56 am

2 stops46h 01m

$1,062

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Mon 4/13

12:45 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

9:55 pm-10:56 am

2 stops46h 01m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

10:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

9:55 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop29h 48m

$1,062

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/11

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

2:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/7

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 51m

$1,071

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg (average of $800). Flying from California to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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 December 15, 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.

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 Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from California to Johannesburg in about 26h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 50m. 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 Cathay Pacific ($509), Qatar Airways ($536), and American Airlines ($571).

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Ontario - Johannesburg OR Tambo, San Francisco - 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg (average of $800). Flying from California to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,005Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,007Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,015Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,070Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,098Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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