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$595+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to California

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JNB — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to California

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Round-trip from

$940
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$595
(Gotogate)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,028
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 March 28, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/195:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/261:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/26$940
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/196:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2610:15 amLAX - JNB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$955
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 5/196:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mDelta
Sun 5/2512:59 amLAX - JNB
2 stops35h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/26$957
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/115:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 5/186:45 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$958
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/1111:15 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops32h 54mDelta
Sun 5/189:20 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/27$960
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/108:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 4/179:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/27$970
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 5/88:40 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops28h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 5/157:54 pmLAS - JNB
2 stops29h 26mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/26$984
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/2811:15 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops34h 03mDelta
Sat 8/210:55 pmLAS - JNB
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Deal found 3/26$1,003
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/118:40 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 37mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 4/201:45 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops35h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/27$1,014
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Sun 5/1111:15 pmJNB - SAN
2 stops32h 05mKLM
Sun 5/181:55 pmSAN - JNB
1 stop22h 25mKLM
Deal found 3/27$1,016
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Sat 8/237:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sat 9/1311:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop33h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,040
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Sun 6/13:05 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops28h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/296:10 amLAS - JNB
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,052

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

5:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/26

1:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop35h 55m

$940

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

6:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/26

10:15 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$955

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

6:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/25

12:59 am-9:20 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$957

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

5:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop25h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

6:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

$958

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

11:15 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops32h 54m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

9:20 pm-8:30 am

2 stops26h 10m

$960

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/10

8:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

9:20 pm-10:20 am

1 stop28h 00m

$970

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/8

8:40 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/15

7:54 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 26m

$984

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/28

11:15 pm-12:18 am

2 stops34h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/2

10:55 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,003

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/11

8:40 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops33h 37m

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

1:45 pm-10:20 am

2 stops35h 35m

$1,014

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

11:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops32h 05m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

1:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$1,016

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

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 $330). 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 March 28, 2025.

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 March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to California, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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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 Qatar Airways ($595), Etihad Airways ($669), and Turkish Airlines ($748).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 $330). 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 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to California

Discover the top 10 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$917Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$956Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$972Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,062Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,076Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$1,157Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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