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 22h 59m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles takes 24h 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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Delta

Aug 23

CPT

28h 45m

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KLM

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Delta

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Flights to Los Angeles

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United Airlines

Sept 18

CPT

44h 30m

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LAX

32h 50m

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KLM

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Flights to San Diego

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British Airways

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Flights to San Jose, California

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British Airways

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20:05 - 15:50

CPT

SFO

28h 45m

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22:00 - 17:50

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34h 50m

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Sun, Aug 23 - Wed, Sep 9

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R16 124Delta

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R16 173Delta

Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Sep 10

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R16 384United Airlines

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20:50 - 20:30

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R16 400United Airlines

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23:15 - 18:35

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R16 935Virgin Atlantic

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R17 536British Airways

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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:05-15:50

2 stops28h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

22:00-17:50

1 stop34h 50m

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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:05-13:31

2 stops26h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

22:35-17:50

2 stops34h 15m

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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:05-17:15

1 stop30h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

6:00-17:50

1 stop26h 50m

R16 173

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

20:00-7:30

2 stops44h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/10

21:30-15:20

1 stop32h 50m

R16 384

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-20:30

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:17-16:10

1 stop21h 53m

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

23:15-18:35

2 stops28h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 24/6

18:25-11:05

1 stop31h 40m

R16 514

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

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23:15-11:45

1 stop45h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

15:10-5:50

1 stop28h 40m

R16 530

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

22:00-20:40

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 12/1

22:30-10:35

1 stop26h 05m

R16 935

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/12

19:35-21:52

2 stops36h 17m

Ontario

Mon 18/1

10:58-10:25

2 stops37h 27m

R17 146

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

19:25-11:45

1 stop25h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 26/8

9:25-9:25

2 stops39h 00m

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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 057
Best Round-Trip Price	R16 043
Fastest flight time	27h 05m

The best one-way flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 057 (Cape Town Intl to San Francisco).

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The best return flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R16 043 (Cape Town Intl to San Francisco).

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The fastest flight to California from South Africa takes 27h 05m (Cape Town Intl to San Francisco).

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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 R7 915/per person and the cheapest flight to California is R843/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?

43% 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 July 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.

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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.