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 Los Angeles takes 25h 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles takes 23h 47m 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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KLM

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45h 30m

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United Airlines

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Air France

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JNB

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Flights to Los Angeles

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Multiple Airlines

Jul 13

CPT

35h 05m

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LAX

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LAX

25h 50m

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LAX

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Delta

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Flights to San Diego

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United Airlines

Oct 26

CPT

27h 32m

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25h 00m

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Flights to San Jose, California

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KLM

Aug 24

CPT

53h 58m

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R24 939

British Airways

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Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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British Airways

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JNB

LAS

32h 22m

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10:59 - 8:20

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R8 539Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Nov 6

20:15 - 20:56

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R9 018Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Nov 6

20:50 - 11:09

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R16 697United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 16

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R16 747United Airlines

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R18 266KLM

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 21

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34h 30m

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37h 40m

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R22 610Qatar Airways

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JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

21:55-21:17

1 stop32h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/11

10:59-8:20

2 stops35h 21m

R8 539

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

20:15-20:56

2 stops33h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/11

10:59-8:20

2 stops35h 21m

R9 018

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-11:09

1 stop23h 19m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 16/11

8:17-16:10

1 stop21h 53m

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-11:49

1 stop23h 59m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:17-16:10

1 stop21h 53m

R16 747

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

23:15-21:07

2 stops30h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 21/9

20:25-21:20

1 stop39h 55m

R18 266

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:25-11:40

1 stop25h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 27/8

18:05-9:25

1 stop30h 20m

R18 316

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:25-11:40

1 stop25h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 27/8

13:51-7:00

2 stops32h 09m

R18 399

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 28/7

20:10-10:20

1 stop29h 10m

R18 844

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 6/9

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 10/12

15:00-10:55

2 stops33h 55m

R21 999

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 6/9

12:05-13:35

2 stops34h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 13/12

11:15-10:55

3 stops37h 40m

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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 157
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 539
Fastest flight time	30h 50m

The best one-way flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 157 (Durban King Shaka Intl to San Francisco).

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The best round-trip flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R8 539 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl).

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The fastest flight to California from South Africa takes 30h 50m (Cape Town Intl to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl).

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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 205/per person and the cheapest flight to California is R1 796/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?

45% 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 June 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.

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.