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R16 947 Cheap flights to California

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Recent flights found to popular cities in California

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Turkish Airlines
May 8
JNB
26h 55m
1 stop
LAX
May 21
LAX
29h 40m
1 stop
JNB
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SWISS
May 11
CPT
40h 50m
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LAX
May 25
LAX
36h 10m
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SWISS
May 11
CPT
41h 47m
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May 25
LAX
36h 10m
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CPT
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Delta
Apr 13
JNB
30h 25m
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LAX
Apr 20
LAX
36h 45m
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JNB
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Multiple Airlines
May 7
JNB
25h 30m
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LAX
May 14
LAX
26h 05m
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Delta
May 7
JNB
32h 20m
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LAX
May 15
LAX
27h 25m
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JNB
R17 402
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Delta
May 11
CPT
37h 44m
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May 25
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22h 20m
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Delta
May 7
JNB
32h 20m
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LAX
May 15
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22h 30m
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Delta
May 6
JNB
27h 15m
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30h 05m
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Multiple Airlines
May 6
JNB
32h 20m
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Delta
May 21
JNB
24h 35m
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LAX
Jun 5
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29h 20m
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JNB
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KLM
Jun 12
CPT
24h 35m
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LAX
Jun 30
LAX
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CPT
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Turkish Airlines
Jun 9
JNB
31h 45m
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SFO
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SFO
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Virgin Atlantic
Sept 13
JNB
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SFO
Sept 26
SFO
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Qatar Airways
May 4
CPT
33h 35m
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SFO
May 11
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Delta
Jun 9
JNB
27h 00m
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Jun 9
JNB
32h 24m
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British Airways
Aug 8
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29h 55m
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Aug 23
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British Airways
May 1
JNB
30h 50m
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Turkish Airlines
Jun 17
CPT
33h 05m
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Aug 2
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38h 10m
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Virgin Atlantic
Sept 13
JNB
26h 35m
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39h 20m
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Emirates
May 4
DUR
28h 20m
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38h 30m
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British Airways
May 1
JNB
30h 50m
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SFO
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British Airways
Aug 8
JNB
27h 25m
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SFO
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United Airlines
May 6
CPT
28h 38m
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SAN
May 17
SAN
51h 00m
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R17 402
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Air France
May 6
JNB
33h 01m
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May 13
SAN
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Multiple Airlines
May 6
JNB
33h 01m
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SAN
May 13
SAN
22h 25m
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United Airlines
May 6
CPT
30h 51m
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SAN
May 23
SAN
32h 35m
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CPT
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United Airlines
May 6
CPT
24h 37m
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SAN
May 22
SAN
55h 50m
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Delta
May 6
CPT
33h 03m
1 stop
SAN
May 18
SAN
34h 20m
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Delta
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CPT
26h 25m
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May 19
SAN
38h 41m
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Delta
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33h 03m
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May 21
SAN
29h 05m
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CPT
33h 38m
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Aug 7
SAN
20h 32m
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KLM
May 7
CPT
31h 06m
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May 20
SAN
22h 30m
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Delta
May 8
CPT
32h 56m
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May 9
CPT
24h 37m
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United Airlines
Jun 17
CPT
59h 39m
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SJC
Aug 2
SJC
63h 49m
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Delta
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CPT
30h 19m
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SJC
Aug 2
SJC
26h 05m
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Delta
Jun 17
CPT
35h 51m
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SJC
Aug 2
SJC
26h 05m
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CPT
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Singapore Airlines
Jun 17
CPT
64h 52m
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SJC
Aug 2
SJC
76h 28m
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CPT
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Jun 17
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35h 45m
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SJC
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Find the cheapest flights from South Africa to California

Recent return flight deals from South Africa to California

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to California.
17:50 - 11:45JNB-LAX
26h 55m1 stop
19:55 - 10:35LAX-JNB
29h 40m1 stop
R16 947Turkish Airlines
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Thu, May 8 - Wed, May 21
8:40 - 16:30CPT-LAX
40h 50m1 stop
19:35 - 16:45LAX-CPT
36h 10m2 stops
R16 983SWISS
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Sun, May 11 - Sun, May 25
20:00 - 15:38CPT-SAN
28h 38m1 stop
21:30 - 9:30SAN-CPT
51h 00m2 stops
R17 402United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Sat, May 17
20:40 - 13:15JNB-LAX
25h 35m1 stop
22:50 - 10:20LAX-JNB
26h 30m1 stop
R17 912Virgin Atlantic
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Sun, May 11 - Sat, May 17
20:40 - 13:15JNB-LAX
25h 35m1 stop
11:10 - 10:20LAX-JNB
38h 10m2 stops
R18 349Virgin Atlantic
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Fri, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 22
20:00 - 20:37CPT-SAN
33h 37m1 stop
21:45 - 15:20SAN-CPT
32h 35m1 stop
R18 967United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Fri, May 23
19:25 - 17:35JNB-LAX
31h 10m1 stop
13:35 - 9:25LAX-JNB
34h 50m1 stop
R19 222British Airways
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Sun, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 17
21:15 - 20:01JNB-LAX
31h 46m2 stops
15:40 - 7:00LAX-JNB
30h 20m2 stops
R19 805British Airways
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Tue, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 24
13:25 - 14:15JNB-LAX
33h 50m1 stop
16:40 - 10:15LAX-JNB
32h 35m1 stop
R22 317Emirates
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Mon, Apr 21 - Sun, May 18
13:25 - 14:15JNB-LAX
33h 50m1 stop
16:40 - 10:15LAX-JNB
32h 35m1 stop
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California flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to California is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R17 667. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from South Africa to California on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R19 687. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Cheapest flights to cities in California

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Los Angeles
Los Angeles

Cheap California flight deals and tips

Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R10 831

Best Round-Trip Price

R16 947

Fastest flight time

25h 45m

Popular in

August
The best one-way flight price to California from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 831 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles).
The best round-trip flight price to California from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R16 947 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles).
The fastest flight to California from South Africa takes 25h 45m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San Francisco).
August has the highest demand for flights to California, with a 9% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to California

What is the cheapest flight I can find to California?

The average flight to California costs R8 703/per person and the cheapest flight to California is R955/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 Los Angeles?

I plan on visiting Union Square. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to Union Square is San Francisco Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to San Jose Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in California?

What is the weather like in California?

California typically has a temperature range from 57,2 °F(January) to 73,4 °F(July). 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?

What is the best day of the week to fly to California?

The best day to take a flight to California is on Tuesday, followed by Monday. Tuesday and Monday tend to have the lowest flight prices to California. If your travel dates are flexible, then try to avoid booking on a Friday, which is known for being the most expensive day of the week to fly 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?

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.


Why use momondo?

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?

If you are simply researching potential flights to California, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to California and alert you when they change.


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Cheapest flight routes to California

These routes have the cheapest flights to California found by momondo users in South Africa
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
Cape TownLos Angeles24h 35mR17 220
JohannesburgLos Angeles25h 35mR17 238
Cape TownOntario31h 05mR17 275
JohannesburgSan Francisco25h 45mR17 329
JohannesburgSan Diego29h 45mR17 875
JohannesburgLas Vegas31h 35mR18 440
Cape TownSan Francisco30h 44mR18 512
Cape TownSacramento32h 54mR18 640
JohannesburgSacramento31h 34mR18 986
Cape TownSan Diego35h 40mR19 477
DurbanSan Francisco28h 20mR20 405
Cape TownSan Jose40h 17mR20 678
JohannesburgOntario29h 57mR21 479
Cape TownLas Vegas22h 45mR23 190
JohannesburgSanta Ana32h 14mR23 409
JohannesburgBurbank26h 44mR23 464