How long is the flight from South Africa to California?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in California you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles takes 22h 59m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles takes 23h 59m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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Delta

Aug 23

CPT

36h 53m

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26h 50m

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KLM

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Multiple Airlines

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KLM

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United Airlines

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KLM

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28h 40m

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Multiple Airlines

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Flights to Los Angeles

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United Airlines

Jul 16

CPT

22h 47m

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LAX

Oct 12

LAX

22h 05m

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R16 522

United Airlines

Oct 27

CPT

32h 40m

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LAX

21h 53m

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JNB

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Flights to San Diego

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British Airways

Dec 14

JNB

30h 35m

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KLM

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Flights to San Jose, California

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British Airways

Nov 4

CPT

59h 54m

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39h 04m

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Qatar Airways

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19:50 - 9:37

CPT

LAX

22h 47m

1 stop

23:35 - 15:20

LAX

CPT

30h 45m

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R16 522United Airlines

Thu, Jul 16 - Sun, Oct 11

19:50 - 21:55

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ONT

35h 05m

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8:03 - 17:10

ONT

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48h 07m

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R16 522United Airlines

Thu, Jul 16 - Sat, Oct 10

20:50 - 20:30

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32h 40m

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8:17 - 16:10

LAX

CPT

21h 53m

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R16 571United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 12

7:40 - 14:45

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40h 05m

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13:45 - 22:40

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22h 55m

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R17 195KLM

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Jan 18

19:25 - 11:40

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18:05 - 9:25

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R17 572British Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 27

19:25 - 11:40

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13:51 - 7:00

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R17 638British Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 27

23:15 - 22:20

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9:30 - 21:25

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R18 064KLM

Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 5

19:35 - 18:42

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33h 07m

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11:05 - 12:05

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39h 00m

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R19 114Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 10

11:15 - 13:35

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R21 444Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 23 - Sat, Sep 5

12:25 - 13:40

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34h 15m

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DUR

37h 40m

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R21 756Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Dec 6

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/7

19:50-9:37

1 stop22h 47m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/10

23:35-15:20

2 stops30h 45m

R16 522

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/7

19:50-21:55

2 stops35h 05m

Ontario

Sat 10/10

8:03-17:10

2 stops48h 07m

R16 522

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-20:30

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:17-16:10

1 stop21h 53m

R16 571

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

7:40-14:45

1 stop40h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 18/1

13:45-22:40

1 stop22h 55m

R17 195

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:25-11:40

1 stop25h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 27/8

18:05-9:25

1 stop30h 20m

R17 572

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:25-11:40

1 stop25h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 27/8

13:51-7:00

2 stops32h 09m

R17 638

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

23:15-22:20

2 stops32h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/8

9:30-21:25

2 stops26h 55m

R18 064

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/11

19:35-18:42

2 stops33h 07m

San Diego

Thu 10/12

11:05-12:05

2 stops39h 00m

R19 114

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 23/8

11:15-13:35

2 stops35h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

11:45-10:35

3 stops37h 50m

R21 444

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/10

12:25-13:40

2 stops34h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 6/12

11:15-10:55

3 stops37h 40m

R21 756

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California flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to California?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R10 369
Best Round-Trip Price	R16 522
Fastest flight time	26h 05m

The best one-way flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 369 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles).

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The best round-trip flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R16 522 (Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles).

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The fastest flight to California from South Africa takes 26h 05m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to California

What is the cheapest flight I can find to California?

The average flight to California costs R8 151/per person and the cheapest flight to California is R1 784/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on travelling.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit San Francisco?

43% of momondo users visit San Francisco more often than any other city in California. When travelling to San Francisco, typically the most convenient airport to fly into is San Francisco Airport.

I plan on visiting The Wiltern. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to The Wiltern is Los Angeles Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Santa Ana, California Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in California?

Many visitors who travel to California find themselves making a stop at popular landmarks such as The Wiltern, Fisherman's Wharf, and Crypto.com Arena.

What is the weather like in California?

California typically has a temperature range from 51,8 °F(January) to 62,6 °F(September). Those looking to avoid rain and/or snow while visiting California should plan their trip in July, August, or June, as these months are relatively less likely to have precipitation.

Which airlines fly to California?

Virgin Atlantic is the most popular airline offering flights to California, with 32% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to California. Other popular options include United Airlines and KLM. There are a total of 12 different airlines flying to California.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to California?

Prices for flights to California are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to California?

As of July 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights to California.

How old do you have to be to fly to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to California?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to California. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to California with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to California?

momondo helps you find the best flight to California by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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