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 25h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles takes 27h 30m 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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Flights to Los Angeles

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United Airlines

Oct 22

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30h 05m

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Oct 29

LAX

22h 30m

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R16 768

United Airlines

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31h 08m

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United Airlines

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36h 45m

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 20

JNB

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LAX

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British Airways

Jul 14

JNB

30h 10m

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British Airways

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Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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British Airways

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Qatar Airways

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Flights to San Francisco

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Qatar Airways

Aug 19

CPT

27h 05m

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33h 20m

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Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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British Airways

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Flights to San Diego

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British Airways

Oct 29

JNB

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British Airways

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British Airways

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Qatar Airways

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United Airlines

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United Airlines

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Flights to San Jose, California

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Qatar Airways

Aug 19

CPT

30h 26m

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19:50 - 16:55

CPT

LAX

30h 05m

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8:40 - 16:10

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CPT

22h 30m

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R16 768United Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

20:50 - 18:58

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R17 202United Airlines

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R17 502British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

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R17 552British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

20:50 - 0:35

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LAX

36h 45m

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5:00 - 16:10

LAX

CPT

25h 10m

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R17 569United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 12

17:50 - 18:15

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30h 05m

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R18 103Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 30

20:25 - 16:55

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LAS

29h 30m

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13:05 - 10:05

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35h 00m

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R20 288Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Dec 28

20:05 - 19:46

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LAS

32h 41m

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7:05 - 17:50

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25h 45m

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R20 372Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Jun 7 - Mon, Jun 15

18:50 - 16:46

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LAS

30h 56m

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7:05 - 21:20

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R20 539KLM

Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 17

23:15 - 18:35

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20:25 - 21:25

LAS

CPT

40h 00m

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R22 941KLM

Sat, Jun 6 - Sun, Jun 14

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

19:50-16:55

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/10

8:40-16:10

1 stop22h 30m

R16 768

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-18:58

2 stops31h 08m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

5:00-16:10

2 stops25h 10m

R17 202

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

19:35-18:22

2 stops32h 47m

Ontario

Mon 9/11

7:00-10:25

2 stops41h 25m

R17 502

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

19:35-21:59

2 stops36h 24m

Ontario

Mon 9/11

23:59-10:25

2 stops48h 26m

R17 552

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-0:35

1 stop36h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

5:00-16:10

2 stops25h 10m

R17 569

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

17:50-18:15

1 stop33h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

19:45-10:50

1 stop30h 05m

R18 103

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

20:25-16:55

2 stops29h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 28/12

13:05-10:05

2 stops35h 00m

R20 288

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

20:05-19:46

1 stop32h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 15/6

7:05-17:50

1 stop25h 45m

R20 372

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:50-16:46

2 stops30h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 17/6

7:05-21:20

2 stops29h 15m

R20 539

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

23:15-18:35

1 stop28h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 14/6

20:25-21:25

1 stop40h 00m

R22 941

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California flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to California?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and British Airways 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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 13 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 178
Best Round-Trip Price	R16 768
Fastest flight time	26h 05m

The best one-way flight price to California from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 178 (Cape Town Intl to San Francisco).

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The best round-trip flight price to California from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R16 768 (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 366/per person and the cheapest flight to California is R1 814/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?

46% of momondo users visit Los Angeles more often than any other city in California. When travelling to Los Angeles, typically the most convenient airport to fly into is Los Angeles Airport.

I plan on visiting Universal Studios Hollywood. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to Universal Studios Hollywood 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 Ontario 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 Universal Studios Hollywood, The Wiltern, and Fisherman's Wharf.

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?

Virgin Atlantic is the most popular airline offering flights to California, with 34% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to California. Other popular options include United Airlines and British Airways. There are a total of 13 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 May 2026, there are 15 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.

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.