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$545+ Cheap flights from California to OR Tambo (JNB)

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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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$974
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$545
(flugladen.de)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,615
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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 julio 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/217:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
dom. 10/55:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop37h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$974
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/2612:25 amLAX - JNB
1 stop46h 15mCathay Pacific
mié. 9/311:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/29$1,098
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/126:45 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
sáb. 8/305:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop25h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,104
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
jue. 8/71:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
mié. 9/1011:20 amJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/27$1,105
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/1111:29 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 21mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/185:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,115
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
lun. 9/83:55 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
mar. 9/234:50 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops53h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,174
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/187:00 amLAS - JNB
2 stops42h 35mTurkish Airlines
dom. 10/267:05 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops38h 29mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,191
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/810:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops31h 05mKenya Airways
dom. 1/181:35 amJNB - SFO
2 stops47h 43mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,205
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/811:29 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops47h 51mEtihad Airways
dom. 9/219:50 amJNB - SFO
2 stops44h 53mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,228
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/85:30 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop28h 05mBritish Airways
dom. 1/1810:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/2610:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 40mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/207:35 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,235
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/269:10 amPSP - JNB
2 stops39h 25mQatar Airways
mar. 9/28:25 pmJNB - PSP
2 stops31h 36mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,242

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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 julio 30, 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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California

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

jue. 8/21

7:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/5

5:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$974

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mar. 8/26

12:25 am-7:40 am

1 stop46h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/3

11:20 am-11:20 am

1 stop33h 00m

$1,098

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

6:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 8/30

5:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop25h 45m

$1,104

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

lun. 8/11

1:40 pm-7:40 am

1 stop33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/7

11:20 am-10:55 pm

1 stop44h 35m

$1,105

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

jue. 9/11

11:29 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 9/18

5:00 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops32h 54m

$1,115

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

lun. 9/8

3:55 pm-9:35 am

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/23

4:50 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops53h 45m

$1,174

Las VegasJohannesburg

LAS - JNB

LASJNB

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 10/18

7:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops42h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/26

7:05 pm-12:34 am

2 stops38h 29m

$1,191

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

lun. 12/8

10:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 1/18

1:35 am-3:18 pm

2 stops47h 43m

$1,205

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

lun. 9/8

11:29 pm-8:20 am

2 stops47h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/21

9:50 am-9:43 pm

2 stops44h 53m

$1,228

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

lun. 12/8

5:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 1/21

7:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,232

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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 $1,173). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 julio 30, 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 OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated julio 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Delta, and KLM from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
823 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $585. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and RwandAir, 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 Ontario - Johannesburg OR Tambo or San Francisco - 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.

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  • 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 $1,173). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$796Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$875Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$882Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$900Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$919Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$966Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,013Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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