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R17 255 Cheap flights to California

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Turkish Airlines
Jun 5
JNB
26h 55m
1 stop
LAX
Jun 20
LAX
35h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R17 255
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Turkish Airlines
Jun 11
JNB
26h 50m
1 stop
LAX
Jun 25
LAX
35h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R17 560
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Turkish Airlines
May 13
JNB
26h 55m
1 stop
LAX
May 20
LAX
29h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R17 617
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Turkish Airlines
May 27
JNB
26h 55m
1 stop
LAX
Jun 3
LAX
29h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R17 712
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SWISS
May 27
JNB
29h 55m
1 stop
LAX
Jun 3
LAX
37h 05m
2 stops
JNB
R17 960
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SWISS
May 27
JNB
32h 45m
2 stops
LAX
Jun 3
LAX
37h 05m
2 stops
JNB
R18 055
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SWISS
May 16
JNB
29h 55m
1 stop
LAX
May 25
LAX
28h 45m
1 stop
JNB
R18 113
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SWISS
Jun 5
JNB
29h 55m
1 stop
LAX
Jun 20
LAX
55h 35m
2 stops
JNB
R18 360
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Delta
May 20
CPT
31h 40m
1 stop
LAX
May 26
LAX
24h 15m
1 stop
CPT
R18 437
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Virgin Atlantic
Jun 12
JNB
29h 25m
1 stop
LAX
Jun 26
LAX
33h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R18 513
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SWISS
May 13
JNB
29h 55m
1 stop
LAX
May 20
LAX
31h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R18 532
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Air France
Jun 23
JNB
25h 30m
1 stop
LAX
Jun 30
LAX
29h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R18 570
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Turkish Airlines
Jun 9
JNB
31h 45m
1 stop
SFO
Jul 7
SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R17 884
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Turkish Airlines
Jun 9
JNB
31h 45m
1 stop
SFO
Jul 7
SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R17 941
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SWISS
May 27
JNB
30h 00m
1 stop
SFO
Jun 3
SFO
32h 20m
2 stops
JNB
R18 360
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Turkish Airlines
May 29
JNB
25h 45m
1 stop
SFO
Jun 24
SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R18 418
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SWISS
May 27
JNB
33h 10m
2 stops
SFO
Jun 3
SFO
35h 20m
2 stops
JNB
R18 475
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Delta
May 27
JNB
32h 25m
1 stop
SFO
Jun 23
SFO
26h 10m
2 stops
JNB
R18 589
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Delta
May 21
CPT
33h 36m
2 stops
SFO
May 28
SFO
33h 51m
1 stop
CPT
R18 608
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Delta
May 27
JNB
27h 00m
1 stop
SFO
Jun 22
SFO
27h 05m
1 stop
JNB
R18 608
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Turkish Airlines
May 27
JNB
25h 45m
1 stop
SFO
Jun 25
SFO
36h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R18 666
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Delta
May 27
JNB
34h 25m
2 stops
SFO
Jun 23
SFO
26h 10m
2 stops
JNB
R18 685
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Delta
May 27
JNB
33h 14m
2 stops
SFO
Jun 22
SFO
27h 05m
1 stop
JNB
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Delta
May 21
CPT
43h 55m
2 stops
SFO
May 28
SFO
26h 25m
2 stops
CPT
R18 799
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Multiple Airlines
May 27
JNB
30h 12m
2 stops
SAN
Jun 3
SAN
31h 53m
2 stops
JNB
R18 704
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KLM
May 27
JNB
30h 12m
2 stops
SAN
Jun 3
SAN
22h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R18 723
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KLM
May 27
CPT
30h 22m
2 stops
SAN
Jun 3
SAN
22h 30m
1 stop
CPT
R18 723
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United Airlines
May 6
CPT
33h 55m
2 stops
SAN
May 18
SAN
31h 15m
2 stops
CPT
R18 761
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Virgin Atlantic
Jun 6
JNB
36h 13m
2 stops
SAN
Jun 17
SAN
37h 02m
2 stops
JNB
R19 485
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Delta
May 27
CPT
22h 48m
1 stop
SAN
Jun 3
SAN
22h 30m
1 stop
CPT
R19 543
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KLM
Jun 6
JNB
28h 36m
2 stops
SAN
Jun 17
SAN
22h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R20 095
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United Airlines
May 6
CPT
24h 37m
1 stop
SAN
May 18
SAN
32h 50m
1 stop
CPT
R20 286
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SWISS
May 27
CPT
39h 59m
3 stops
SAN
Jun 3
SAN
42h 15m
3 stops
CPT
R20 496
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Delta
May 4
CPT
35h 37m
2 stops
SAN
May 20
SAN
22h 30m
1 stop
CPT
R20 534
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Delta
May 28
CPT
44h 15m
2 stops
SAN
Jun 4
SAN
41h 15m
1 stop
CPT
R20 572
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Delta
May 8
CPT
52h 29m
2 stops
SAN
May 20
SAN
22h 30m
1 stop
CPT
R20 706
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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.
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:50 - 11:45JNB-LAX
26h 55m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:40 - 10:35LAX-JNB
35h 55m1 stop
R17 255Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 11:45JNB-LAX
26h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:40 - 10:35LAX-JNB
35h 55m1 stop
R17 560Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:40 - 21:55JNB-LAS
34h 15m2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:10 - 10:20LAS-JNB
28h 10m1 stop
R18 513Virgin Atlantic
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Sat, May 3 - Tue, May 13
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:40 - 17:05JNB-LAX
29h 25m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
15:30 - 10:20LAX-JNB
33h 50m1 stop
R18 513Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, Jun 12 - Thu, Jun 26
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 20:55CPT-SAN
33h 55m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
17:15 - 9:30SAN-CPT
31h 15m2 stops
R18 761United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Sun, May 18
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 11:37CPT-SAN
24h 37m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:30 - 15:20SAN-CPT
32h 50m1 stop
R20 286United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Sun, May 18
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 17:35JNB-LAX
29h 20m1 stop
British Airways Logo
20:05 - 7:00LAX-JNB
25h 55m1 stop
R20 286British Airways
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Mon, Apr 28 - Sat, May 10
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 17:25JNB-SFO
29h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
16:35 - 9:25SFO-JNB
31h 50m1 stop
R20 362British Airways
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Mon, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 25
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 14:00JNB-SFO
33h 35m1 stop
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 20:50SFO-JNB
42h 45m1 stop
R26 444Emirates
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Sat, May 31 - Thu, Jun 26
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 14:00JNB-SFO
33h 35m1 stop
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 20:50SFO-JNB
42h 45m1 stop
R27 112Emirates
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Fri, May 30 - Thu, Jun 26

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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 R18 505. 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 R20 620. 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 448

Best Round-Trip Price

R17 255

Fastest flight time

25h 45m

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August
The best one-way flight price to California from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 448 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles).
The best round-trip flight price to California from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R17 255 (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 10% 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 514/per person and the cheapest flight to California is R1 000/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 Wiltern Theater. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to Wiltern Theater 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 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
JohannesburgLos Angeles26h 50mR17 808
JohannesburgSan Francisco29h 35mR17 903
Cape TownLos Angeles24h 35mR18 074
Cape TownSan Francisco24h 28mR18 170
JohannesburgSan Diego32h 00mR18 303
Cape TownSacramento33h 19mR18 322
JohannesburgLas Vegas28h 20mR18 380
Cape TownFresno30h 47mR20 210
Cape TownLas Vegas24h 16mR20 305
Cape TownSan Diego22h 39mR20 343
Cape TownLong Beach49h 41mR21 030
DurbanSan Francisco28h 50mR22 288
Cape TownSan Jose33h 29mR22 326
Cape TownSanta Ana30h 12mR22 364
JohannesburgBurbank29h 20mR24 252
HoedspruitLos Angeles31h 45mR25 701