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$608+ Cheap flights from California to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 11/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated November 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,022
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$608
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,222
From California to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cheapest flights from California to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/191:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Fri 11/2111:59 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 51mKLM
Deal found 11/12$1,070
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 11/248:35 amSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/710:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop46h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,094
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/301:10 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/77:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,097
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Wed 11/265:15 amSFO - JNB
2 stops27h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2010:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,107
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/295:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/257:45 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops46h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,123
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/191:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Tue 12/167:20 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 52mKLM
Deal found 11/12$1,126
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/2010:45 amSFO - JNB
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/147:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,148
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Fri 12/51:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/257:10 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/10$1,158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Wed 11/1911:59 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops32h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/147:45 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops34h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,162
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 11/281:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/127:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,165
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/26:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/77:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,173
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:50 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops57h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/208:15 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,176

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to OR Tambo 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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

12:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

9:20 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop26h 26m

$1,061

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

2:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,069

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

3:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

7:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

7:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$1,070

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,072

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

9:20 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

8:15 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops35h 07m

$1,081

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

5:00 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:20 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,084

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

7:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$1,102

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

10:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:20 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops36h 36m

$1,103

San JoseJohannesburg

SJC - JNB

SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 2/11

2:06 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

11:59 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops30h 54m

$1,106

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Best time to book a flight from California to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $887). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,077). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    United Airlines, KLM, and Delta can get you from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 22h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 20m. The distance from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 10542 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $610. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

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

    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 OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $887). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,077). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to OR Tambo. 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,005Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,028Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,063Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,070Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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