$707+ 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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 September 15, 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 September 15, 2026.
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2711:59 pm -
2 stops30h 51m
Tue 11/35:00 pm -
2 stops31h 19m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,081
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2010:40 pm -
2 stops32h 10m
Mon 11/912:05 pm -
2 stops36h 11m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,086
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1712:45 pm -
2 stops41h 05m
Thu 12/35:00 pm -
2 stops30h 19m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,089
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:45 pm -
2 stops34h 05m
Mon 10/265:00 pm -
2 stops39h 49m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,098
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:55 pm -
2 stops32h 55m
Tue 12/112:05 pm -
2 stops42h 14m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,127
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1811:59 pm -
2 stops30h 51m
Tue 11/105:00 pm -
2 stops29h 33m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,138
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/248:29 pm -
2 stops34h 21m
Sat 10/3112:05 pm -
2 stops35h 39m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,149
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/78:55 pm -
2 stops41h 30m
Thu 11/195:25 am -
2 stops41h 14m
Deal found 9/12![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,161
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:59 pm -
2 stops30h 51m
Sun 10/185:00 pm -
2 stops49h 10m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,162
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:59 pm -
2 stops39h 16m
Tue 10/205:00 pm -
2 stops38h 49m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,165
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:00 pm -
2 stops32h 50m
Tue 11/312:05 pm -
2 stops37h 06m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,166
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:00 pm -
2 stops32h 50m
Mon 11/912:05 pm -
2 stops35h 35m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,171
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 September 15, 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 September 15, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/277:35 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Tue 11/36:50 pm -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 9/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,385
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/104:45 pm -
1 stop43h 25m
Fri 10/1612:15 am -
1 stop44h 25m
Deal found 9/14![KLM logo]()
$1,422
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:00 am -
2 stops30h 10m
Tue 10/208:05 pm -
1 stop27h 18m
Deal found 9/12![Delta logo]()
$1,437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2610:30 pm -
2 stops33h 30m
Tue 12/88:50 pm -
1 stop33h 33m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,481
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/109:45 am -
2 stops26h 40m
Fri 10/1612:15 am -
1 stop45h 40m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,532
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/75:00 pm -
1 stop42h 35m
Thu 10/227:10 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Emirates logo]()
$1,573
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/107:59 am -
2 stops61h 01m
Sat 10/172:20 pm -
2 stops51h 50m
Deal found 9/14![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,580
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1610:30 pm -
3 stops44h 25m
Mon 11/98:20 am -
2 stops39h 10m
Deal found 9/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,586
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2110:30 pm -
2 stops47h 50m
Wed 12/29:50 am -
2 stops42h 43m
Deal found 9/11![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,631
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 9/3012:25 am -
1 stop46h 30m
Thu 10/2211:10 am -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,707
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/303:14 pm -
2 stops51h 46m
Sun 10/118:55 pm -
2 stops35h 47m
Deal found 9/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,808
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/266:30 pm -
1 stop42h 30m
Fri 12/45:15 pm -
1 stop33h 20m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,401
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 10/131:40 pm -
1 stop22h 45m
Tue 10/208:05 pm -
1 stop32h 31m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,438
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/104:45 pm -
1 stop43h 25m
Fri 10/167:40 am -
1 stop37h 10m
Deal found 9/13![KLM logo]()
$1,513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/126:00 am -
2 stops30h 25m
Mon 10/197:40 am -
1 stop37h 10m
Deal found 9/12![Delta logo]()
$1,468
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/204:40 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Tue 11/310:25 am -
1 stop36h 20m
Deal found 9/13![Emirates logo]()
$1,619
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1810:39 pm -
3 stops44h 16m
Wed 11/411:00 pm -
2 stops48h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,626
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/67:30 pm -
1 stop40h 55m
Sat 11/146:50 pm -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/411:30 am -
1 stop22h 00m
Wed 10/2110:00 pm -
2 stops30h 32m
Deal found 9/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,654
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2312:13 pm -
2 stops37h 52m
Sat 2/205:20 pm -
2 stops37h 41m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,749
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 10/109:45 am -
2 stops35h 05m
Fri 10/167:40 am -
1 stop37h 10m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,468
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/204:40 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Wed 11/41:25 pm -
1 stop33h 20m
Deal found 9/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,619
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/47:30 pm -
2 stops57h 05m
Fri 11/205:20 pm -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,504
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:02 am -
2 stops36h 58m
Wed 11/118:20 pm -
2 stops31h 57m
Deal found 9/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,835
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/187:00 am -
2 stops29h 00m
Wed 11/2511:59 pm -
2 stops30h 37m
Deal found 9/11![KLM logo]()
$1,676
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sat 10/311:30 am -
1 stop22h 00m
Sat 10/247:45 pm -
2 stops29h 35m
Deal found 9/12![United Airlines logo]()
$1,705
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/65:00 pm -
1 stop38h 40m
Sat 10/108:00 pm -
1 stop27h 10m
Deal found 9/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,644
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/76:45 am -
2 stops23h 25m
Sun 11/228:50 pm -
1 stop28h 38m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,820
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/186:02 am -
2 stops36h 58m
Thu 11/121:45 pm -
2 stops43h 21m
Deal found 9/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,835
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/197:00 am -
2 stops29h 00m
Wed 11/2511:59 pm -
2 stops30h 37m
Deal found 9/11![KLM logo]()
$1,676
Last-minute flights from California to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to South Africa. Data last updated September 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to South Africa. Data last updated September 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2110:40 pm -
2 stops32h 10m
Mon 10/125:00 pm -
2 stops35h 32m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,183
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:45 pm -
2 stops34h 05m
Mon 10/265:00 pm -
2 stops39h 49m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,098
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:59 pm -
2 stops39h 16m
Tue 10/205:00 pm -
2 stops38h 49m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,165
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:59 pm -
2 stops30h 51m
Sun 10/185:00 pm -
2 stops49h 10m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,162
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:00 am -
2 stops48h 50m
Tue 10/2712:05 pm -
2 stops42h 36m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,178
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1711:59 pm -
2 stops39h 16m
Sat 11/75:00 pm -
2 stops29h 33m
Deal found 9/11![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,185
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1811:59 pm -
2 stops30h 51m
Tue 11/105:00 pm -
2 stops29h 33m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,138
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2010:40 pm -
2 stops32h 10m
Mon 11/912:05 pm -
2 stops36h 11m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,086
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/248:29 pm -
2 stops34h 21m
Sat 10/3112:05 pm -
2 stops35h 39m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,149
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2711:59 pm -
2 stops30h 51m
Tue 11/35:00 pm -
2 stops31h 19m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,081
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:00 pm -
2 stops32h 50m
Tue 11/312:05 pm -
2 stops37h 06m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,166
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:00 pm -
2 stops32h 50m
Mon 11/912:05 pm -
2 stops35h 35m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,171
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 September 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/234:30 pm -
1 stop30h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Condor logo]()
$707
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/96:08 am -
2 stops39h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$738
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/266:07 am -
2 stops40h 18m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$750
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/106:48 pm -
2 stops50h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$752
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/215:25 pm -
1 stop28h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Egyptair logo]()
$752
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/43:08 pm -
2 stops54h 17m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$753
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:30 pm -
1 stop34h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$761
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/115:20 pm -
3 stops53h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$767
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/195:25 pm -
1 stop28h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Egyptair logo]()
$778
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/88:58 pm -
2 stops48h 27m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$781
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/235:38 pm -
2 stops51h 47m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$784
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Thu 9/175:25 pm -
2 stops29h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$786
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 September 15, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,081 (Ovago) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $707 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,349 |
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San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Fri 10/23
1:00 pm-8:20 am
3 stops58h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$790
San FranciscoCape Town
SFO San Francisco - CPT Cape Town Intl
SFOCPT
San Francisco
Tue 11/10
11:00 pm-1:35 pm
3 stops52h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$793
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Sun 11/8
11:45 am-8:20 am
3 stops58h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$797
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Mon 9/21
5:25 pm-8:20 am
2 stops29h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$797
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Sun 10/11
4:40 pm-8:20 am
3 stops54h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$803
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Mon 11/23
4:25 pm-7:10 am
1 stop28h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$811
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Mon 11/30
6:30 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop41h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$815
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
$815
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Tue 10/13
8:10 pm-10:15 am
1 stop29h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$815
San FranciscoJohannesburg
SFO San Francisco - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SFOJNB
San Francisco
Wed 11/11
6:35 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop41h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$860
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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 $1,287). Flying from California to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,862). 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 September 15, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$691 | Average$1,323 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$842 | Average$1,625 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,478 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$867 | Average$1,508 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$869 | Average$1,447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,781 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$971 | Average$1,450 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$979 | Average$1,482 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$982 | Average$1,841 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$1,027 | Average$1,514 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% |