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$695+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to California

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JNB — LAX
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$907
(SWISS)

One-way from

$695
(Singapore Airlines)
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to California
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to California

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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 December 22, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/2310:00 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop24h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/196:00 amSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$914
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Sun 12/2210:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops27h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/411:40 amLAX - JNB
1 stop20h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,322
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Sun 12/221:40 amJNB - SFO
2 stops50h 56mKenya Airways
Sun 1/1910:50 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops39h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,404
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Mon 12/2311:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop45h 55mKLM
Sun 1/51:50 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/21$1,494
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Tue 12/249:15 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops31h 17mBritish Airways
Tue 1/78:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,523
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Sun 12/298:25 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/198:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,697
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Sun 12/2910:10 amJNB - SFO
1 stop42h 35mLufthansa
Sun 1/198:35 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop24h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 12/21$1,735
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Sun 12/2911:55 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 49mDelta
Sun 1/1912:35 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops34h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,956
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Sun 12/223:10 amJNB - SFO
2 stops43h 25mRwandAir
Sun 1/192:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops49h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 12/21$2,066
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Mon 12/233:10 amJNB - LAX
2 stops43h 40mRwandAir
Tue 1/73:10 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops49h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 12/21$2,090
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Sun 12/227:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/48:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,171
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Tue 12/314:00 amJNB - LAX
3 stops45h 33mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/711:20 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/21$2,402

Find flights from OR Tambo to California within your budget

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

8:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

7:25 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 00m

$907

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

8:25 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops34h 14m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

3:58 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 27m

$912

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/5

10:00 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops30h 44m

San Diego

Wed 2/12

8:51 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$914

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/4

10:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop24h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

11:59 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$914

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/4

10:00 pm-6:04 pm

2 stops30h 04m

Ontario

Tue 2/11

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$914

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/4

10:00 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops30h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/11

6:45 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$914

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

7:40 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops35h 14m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

4:40 pm-9:25 am

2 stops30h 45m

$928

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

7:40 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 2/10

10:50 am-10:00 pm

2 stops49h 10m

$929

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

7:40 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops36h 16m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 2/10

10:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$931

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

7:40 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops38h 18m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

11:48 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 12m

$931

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 December 22, 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

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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 December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to California, such as Air France, United Airlines and Qatar Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,400 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
3,400 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,400 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
1,331 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,400 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,400 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
1,342 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,400 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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.

7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,400 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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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  • 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 Singapore Airlines ($695), Air France ($827), and Delta ($829).

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$609Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$890Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$934Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,069Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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