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$579+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California

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JNB — LAX
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) 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 18, 2024.

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$915
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$579
(Mytrip)
From South Africa to California
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/178:50 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops26h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/97:43 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops58h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$923
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:40 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops31h 31mAir France
Sun 1/193:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop32h 00mAir France
Deal found 12/17$979
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2710:00 amCPT - LAX
1 stop37h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 1/2810:20 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop23h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/18$1,024
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2311:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop45h 50mDelta
Tue 12/3112:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop20h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,038
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/247:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/311:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,039
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/199:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 1/223:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop32h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,043
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1810:00 amCPT - SAN
2 stops47h 32mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 1/132:26 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops31h 29mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/17$1,074
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2311:55 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 55mKLM
Tue 12/318:46 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 14mKLM
Deal found 12/17$1,092
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Thu 12/197:40 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/41:45 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,129
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/197:40 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Sat 1/41:45 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,146
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Thu 12/197:40 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops26h 05mAir France
Wed 1/223:25 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops32h 00mAir France
Deal found 12/17$1,185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/227:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops33h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3112:45 amLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,257

Find flights from South Africa to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 18, 2024.

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Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/24

8:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops35h 40m

San Diego

Sat 2/1

12:03 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops66h 07m

$915

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/31

11:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

7:25 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop40h 10m

$915

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:35 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops33h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/30

6:45 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$941

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:35 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops32h 11m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/30

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$943

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

11:55 pm-12:53 am

2 stops33h 58m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

4:25 pm-9:15 am

2 stops31h 50m

$944

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/20

6:50 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

1:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$944

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/19

7:40 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops34h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/26

9:42 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 43m

$957

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/20

11:15 pm-7:28 pm

2 stops29h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

11:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$966

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/9

11:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/23

4:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop43h 30m

$971

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/16

10:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/23

7:10 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 15m

$975

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to California

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $240). Flying from South Africa 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 ZA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 18, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa 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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines and Air France from South Africa to California to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $579. Turkish Airlines flights start at $675 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $696 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to California that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $240). Flying from South Africa 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$609Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$889Average$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$1,063FlexibilityNo 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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