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$590+ Cheap flights from South Africa to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
abr. 22 — abr. 291
mar. 4/22
mar. 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to California flight deals. Data was last updated abril 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$964
(Delta)

One-way from

$590
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,068
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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 abril 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 5/208:05 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 40mDelta
lun. 5/261:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/16$964
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/138:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 35mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 7/318:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/17$966
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/95:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
lun. 7/712:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop36h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$967
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/245:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop37h 30mTurkish Airlines
mié. 9/177:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$968
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 5/2111:15 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops35h 24mDelta
mié. 5/2811:59 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/17$974
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
dom. 6/16:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop27h 00mDelta
dom. 6/811:43 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops36h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/17$977
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mar. 5/68:00 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops28h 46mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/141:10 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop35h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$978
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
dom. 6/16:25 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops29h 25mKLM
dom. 6/87:35 amLAX - CPT
2 stops28h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/17$989
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/88:40 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops31h 09mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 5/227:54 pmLAS - JNB
2 stops29h 26mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/17$991
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
dom. 6/16:50 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop32h 25mAir France
dom. 6/88:25 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop27h 05mAir France
Deal found 4/17$994
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/19:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/29:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,001
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/178:40 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 50mVirgin Atlantic
sáb. 5/244:05 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop33h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/17$1,012

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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 abril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

mar. 5/20

8:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Los Angeles

lun. 5/26

1:05 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$964

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 7/13

8:40 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Los Angeles

jue. 7/31

8:05 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 15m

$966

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 6/9

5:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

San Francisco

lun. 7/7

12:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop36h 55m

$967

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 8/24

5:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Los Angeles

mié. 9/17

7:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 40m

$968

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

mié. 5/21

11:15 pm-1:39 am

2 stops35h 24m

San Francisco

mié. 5/28

11:59 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop32h 51m

$974

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 6/1

6:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

dom. 6/8

11:43 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops36h 37m

$977

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

mar. 5/6

8:00 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop30h 38m

San Francisco

mié. 5/14

1:10 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 20m

$978

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

dom. 6/1

6:25 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Los Angeles

dom. 6/8

7:35 am-9:10 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$989

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 5/8

8:40 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops31h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 5/22

7:54 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 26m

$991

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 6/1

6:50 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop32h 25m

San Francisco

dom. 6/8

8:25 pm-8:30 am

1 stop27h 05m

$994

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $246). Flying from South Africa to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 abril 17, 2025.

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 abril 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,329 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $590. Etihad Airways flights start at $650 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $684 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.

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to California (average of $246). Flying from South Africa to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 abril 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$901Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$972Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,062Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,076Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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