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$548+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to California

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JNB — LAX
Nov 9 — Nov 161
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/187:30 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop28h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/2410:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/3$952
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/117:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops32h 38mLufthansa
Mon 11/257:00 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops28h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 11/3$956
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/117:35 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops29h 15mLufthansa
Mon 11/255:25 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops30h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 11/2$971
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:40 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Fri 1/316:00 amSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/3$998
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:35 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops35h 07mLufthansa
Tue 12/314:20 pmLAS - JNB
2 stops37h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 11/3$1,001
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:40 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/191:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,028
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/37:45 pmJNB - SAN
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 12/316:10 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop27h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,029
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Tue 12/2410:05 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 12/318:55 pmLAS - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,032
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:45 pmJNB - LAS
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/318:55 pmLAS - JNB
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,035
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2610:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/2512:55 amLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,047
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:35 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops35h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/318:30 pmLAS - JNB
3 stops36h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,053
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Tue 12/247:40 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops36h 38mDelta
Tue 12/316:00 amLAS - JNB
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/3$1,059

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/18

9:55 am-9:22 pm

2 stops45h 27m

$548

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/18

12:45 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$694

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/10

5:15 pm-8:50 pm

3 stops37h 35m

$701

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/13

7:05 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$756

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/13

2:35 pm-3:34 pm

3 stops34h 59m

$837

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/17

1:15 am-12:37 pm

2 stops45h 22m

$894

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/21

10:05 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$985

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/13

7:35 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops36h 22m

$1,202

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/10

7:40 pm-3:51 pm

2 stops30h 11m

$1,328

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/10

7:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$785

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $240). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to California, such as Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines and British Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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3,540 reviews

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8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.7
Good
874 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • Can I find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on SWISS for just $902, but on average you can expect to pay $999.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California for under $1,000?

    There are currently 13+ open flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California are Etihad Airways ($548), Qatar Airways ($694), and Turkish Airlines ($756).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

  • What does JNB to LAX mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a JNB to LAX flight. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your OR Tambo to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter OR Tambo to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from OR Tambo to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from OR Tambo to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on OR Tambo to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flight deals updated?

    The Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $240). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$734Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$832Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$874Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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