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Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | R10 831 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | R16 947 |
Fastest flight time | 25h 45m |
Popular in | August |
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?
55% 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 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?
Many visitors who travel to California find themselves making a stop at popular landmarks such as Union Square, Wiltern Theater, and Universal Studios Hollywood.
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 32% 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 15 different airlines flying 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?
As of March 2025, there are 17 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.
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Popular Flights to California
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Cheapest flight routes to California
These routes have the cheapest flights to California found by momondo users in South Africa
Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
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Cape Town | Los Angeles | 24h 35m | R17 220 |
Johannesburg | Los Angeles | 25h 35m | R17 238 |
Cape Town | Ontario | 31h 05m | R17 275 |
Johannesburg | San Francisco | 25h 45m | R17 329 |
Johannesburg | San Diego | 29h 45m | R17 875 |
Johannesburg | Las Vegas | 31h 35m | R18 440 |
Cape Town | San Francisco | 30h 44m | R18 512 |
Cape Town | Sacramento | 32h 54m | R18 640 |
Johannesburg | Sacramento | 31h 34m | R18 986 |
Cape Town | San Diego | 35h 40m | R19 477 |
Durban | San Francisco | 28h 20m | R20 405 |
Cape Town | San Jose | 40h 17m | R20 678 |
Johannesburg | Ontario | 29h 57m | R21 479 |
Cape Town | Las Vegas | 22h 45m | R23 190 |
Johannesburg | Santa Ana | 32h 14m | R23 409 |
Johannesburg | Burbank | 26h 44m | R23 464 |