$653+ Cheap flights from California to South Africa
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to South AfricaExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2026.
This BusinessClass 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/211:59 pm -
2 stops38h 26m
Mon 11/95:00 pm -
2 stops29h 33m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,123
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3110:50 pm -
2 stops32h 00m
Mon 11/3012:05 pm -
2 stops55h 10m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,140
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 10/272:55 pm -
2 stops39h 55m
Mon 11/95:00 pm -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/278:55 pm -
2 stops33h 55m
Mon 11/25:00 pm -
2 stops31h 19m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,172
This Vliegwinkel 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:40 pm -
2 stops31h 10m
Fri 11/201:35 am -
2 stops45h 16m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,173
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:55 pm -
2 stops30h 55m
Thu 11/1912:05 pm -
2 stops39h 35m
Deal found 10/28![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/210:55 pm -
2 stops50h 00m
Mon 11/91:35 am -
2 stops45h 04m
Deal found 10/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,208
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:55 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Tue 12/15:00 pm -
2 stops51h 04m
Deal found 10/30![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,217
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:55 pm -
2 stops39h 30m
Sun 11/155:00 pm -
2 stops50h 30m
Deal found 10/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,218
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:46 pm -
2 stops39h 39m
Mon 11/235:00 pm -
2 stops29h 51m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/176:30 pm -
1 stop31h 35m
Mon 11/235:15 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 10/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,233
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 10/2610:55 pm -
2 stops38h 10m
Tue 11/32:25 pm -
3 stops32h 06m
Deal found 10/25![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,234
Best flights from California to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Fri 11/276:35 pm -
1 stop41h 50m
Wed 12/912:20 am -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 10/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,297
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/318:00 am -
2 stops40h 30m
Sat 2/1312:35 pm -
2 stops43h 35m
Deal found 10/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,309
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 3/28:00 am -
2 stops37h 25m
Wed 3/1011:00 am -
2 stops39h 48m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,358
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Thu 1/287:11 am -
2 stops38h 14m
Mon 2/111:00 am -
2 stops40h 22m
Deal found 10/25![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/96:00 am -
1 stop26h 00m
Wed 12/168:50 pm -
2 stops30h 29m
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$1,480
This Ethiopian Air 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2311:30 pm -
2 stops27h 55m
Tue 3/92:15 pm -
3 stops35h 16m
Deal found 10/29![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,518
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Tue 3/26:50 am -
2 stops26h 20m
Wed 3/109:20 pm -
1 stop28h 21m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$1,534
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 12/911:07 am -
2 stops24h 53m
Thu 12/2411:55 pm -
1 stop46h 15m
Deal found 10/29![KLM logo]()
$1,611
This Emirates 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/23:40 pm -
1 stop33h 55m
Sat 2/68:00 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 10/29![Emirates logo]()
$1,643
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/36:00 pm -
1 stop32h 10m
Sun 2/710:10 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 10/28![British Airways logo]()
$1,684
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 12/235:35 pm -
1 stop30h 20m
Sun 1/247:55 pm -
1 stop29h 50m
Deal found 10/25![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,844
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1511:59 pm -
2 stops46h 26m
Fri 2/199:50 am -
2 stops38h 25m
Deal found 10/29![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,930
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Mon 1/186:35 pm -
1 stop30h 20m
Thu 1/286:50 pm -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 10/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,300
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/314:20 pm -
1 stop32h 55m
Fri 4/91:15 pm -
1 stop33h 45m
Deal found 10/27![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,388
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/66:15 am -
2 stops40h 40m
Thu 4/2911:10 am -
2 stops45h 19m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,458
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Mon 2/86:35 pm -
1 stop31h 30m
Thu 2/115:15 pm -
1 stop33h 15m
Deal found 10/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Fri 11/278:05 am -
2 stops23h 55m
Tue 12/88:50 pm -
1 stop24h 31m
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,506
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/287:05 am -
1 stop25h 30m
Fri 2/512:30 am -
2 stops31h 13m
Deal found 10/28![Delta logo]()
$1,554
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 3/161:45 pm -
1 stop37h 20m
Tue 3/2312:55 am -
1 stop43h 55m
Deal found 10/26![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,370
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2611:59 pm -
2 stops32h 01m
Thu 12/38:50 pm -
2 stops28h 32m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,510
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/19:45 pm -
2 stops30h 25m
Fri 4/301:50 pm -
3 stops34h 43m
Deal found 10/25![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,670
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/37:00 am -
2 stops41h 30m
Sun 2/712:35 pm -
2 stops44h 06m
Deal found 10/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,549
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 11/1811:34 am -
2 stops24h 26m
Wed 11/2511:59 pm -
2 stops29h 31m
Deal found 10/30![KLM logo]()
$1,724
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 12/96:25 pm -
1 stop30h 00m
Fri 12/257:35 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 10/25![British Airways logo]()
$1,725
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 2/36:30 pm -
1 stop31h 35m
Sun 2/75:15 pm -
1 stop33h 20m
Deal found 10/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,370
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/287:10 am -
1 stop26h 20m
Sun 5/1610:00 pm -
1 stop23h 53m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,521
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1212:18 pm -
1 stop20h 17m
Fri 12/48:50 pm -
1 stop24h 17m
Deal found 10/28![Delta logo]()
$1,675
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/312:00 pm -
2 stops37h 15m
Wed 4/77:30 pm -
2 stops36h 09m
Deal found 10/26![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,559
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 11/119:00 am -
2 stops27h 00m
Wed 11/187:40 pm -
2 stops32h 31m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,733
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/99:30 am -
2 stops26h 30m
Fri 12/2511:55 pm -
2 stops29h 47m
Deal found 10/25![KLM logo]()
$1,795
Last-minute flights from California to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to South Africa. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to South Africa. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3110:50 pm -
2 stops32h 00m
Mon 11/3012:05 pm -
2 stops55h 10m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,140
This BusinessClass 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/211:59 pm -
2 stops38h 26m
Mon 11/95:00 pm -
2 stops29h 33m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,123
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/210:55 pm -
2 stops50h 00m
Mon 11/91:35 am -
2 stops45h 04m
Deal found 10/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,208
This Vliegwinkel 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:40 pm -
2 stops31h 10m
Fri 11/201:35 am -
2 stops45h 16m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,173
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:55 pm -
2 stops30h 55m
Thu 11/1912:05 pm -
2 stops39h 35m
Deal found 10/28![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,207
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/710:55 pm -
2 stops39h 30m
Sun 11/155:00 pm -
2 stops50h 30m
Deal found 10/29![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,218
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:30 pm -
1 stop30h 35m
Sun 11/225:15 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 10/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,249
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:55 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Tue 12/15:00 pm -
2 stops51h 04m
Deal found 10/30![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,217
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:46 pm -
2 stops39h 39m
Mon 11/235:00 pm -
2 stops29h 51m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/176:30 pm -
1 stop31h 35m
Mon 11/235:15 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 10/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,233
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 11/239:35 pm -
2 stops38h 30m
Mon 12/72:30 pm -
3 stops39h 49m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,245
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2610:25 pm -
3 stops53h 10m
Thu 12/102:25 pm -
3 stops41h 56m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,242
One-way flights from California to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from California to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/114:35 pm -
3 stops56h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$653
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/208:00 am -
2 stops37h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$677
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/129:00 am -
2 stops37h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$698
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/107:00 am -
2 stops38h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$718
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/304:25 pm -
1 stop28h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/28![Egyptair logo]()
$728
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/204:39 pm -
2 stops52h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$743
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/109:40 am -
1 stop34h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$745
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/215:35 pm -
2 stops30h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$773
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/210:25 pm -
3 stops56h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$782
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/110:25 pm -
3 stops51h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$783
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 11/266:00 am -
2 stops39h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$786
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/89:20 am -
3 stops39h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$788
Find flight deals from California to South Africa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,123 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $653 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,354 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to South Africa 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
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San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 11/11
4:35 pm-10:40 am
3 stops56h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$653
San DiegoJohannesburg
SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SANJNB
San Diego
Sat 2/27
8:00 am-7:25 am
2 stops37h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$677
San DiegoJohannesburg
SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SANJNB
San Diego
Sat 2/20
8:00 am-7:25 am
2 stops37h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$677
San DiegoJohannesburg
SAN San Diego - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SANJNB
San Diego
Mon 4/12
9:00 am-7:55 am
2 stops37h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$698
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Mon 11/30
4:25 pm-7:10 am
1 stop28h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$728
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Mon 3/8
10:05 pm-6:10 am
1 stop46h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$796
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Wed 2/17
8:25 pm-10:00 am
2 stops27h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
Los AngelesCape Town
LAX Los Angeles - CPT Cape Town Intl
LAXCPT
Los Angeles
Tue 3/2
7:52 pm-10:35 am
3 stops52h 43m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$846
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Tue 2/16
6:30 pm-11:00 am
1 stop30h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$850
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Mon 2/15
6:30 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop41h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$861
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Africa (average of $1,293). Flying from California to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,891). 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.
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to South Africa?
Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to South Africa. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$691 | Average$1,371 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,577 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$796 | Average$1,657 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,511 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$869 | Average$1,460 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,781 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$980 | Average$1,579 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,027 | Average$1,476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$1,060 | Average$1,324 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |