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$541+ 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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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 January 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$917
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$541
(oojo)

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February

Average price

$1,064
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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 January 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/108:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/238:45 amLAX - CPT
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$917
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 2/1410:00 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops35h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/216:00 amLAS - JNB
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$924
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 11/19:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 58mDelta
Mon 11/109:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop23h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/30$928
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 3/119:15 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops53h 18mDelta
Thu 4/106:05 amLAX - CPT
2 stops26h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/30$934
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 2/1511:55 pmJNB - LAS
2 stops32h 50mDelta
Fri 2/2112:55 amLAS - JNB
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/30$935
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 10/289:15 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop26h 06mDelta
Mon 11/1011:05 amSFO - CPT
2 stops33h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/30$936
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 3/167:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops36h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/2311:59 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops33h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$938
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 3/187:40 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops33h 09mDelta
Tue 3/255:40 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops30h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/30$939
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 5/1311:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Sat 5/311:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 1/30$939
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/168:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 05mSWISS
Sun 3/238:10 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops33h 05mSWISS
Deal found 1/29$947
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sun 3/163:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops31h 45mAir France
Thu 4/179:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops27h 30mAir France
Deal found 1/30$951
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Fri 2/147:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 2/216:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29$958

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 January 30, 2025.

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/10

8:50 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop31h 08m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/23

8:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$917

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/14

10:00 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops33h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/22

9:58 am-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 37m

$924

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/6

7:40 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop32h 52m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

4:25 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 00m

$934

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

9:15 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$934

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/15

11:55 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/21

12:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$935

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

7:35 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops36h 17m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

11:59 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops33h 36m

$938

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/13

11:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

1:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$939

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

8:25 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

8:10 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$947

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/16

3:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

9:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$951

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/14

7:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop26h 00m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

6:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 55m

$958

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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, 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 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 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 January 30, 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 January 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,715 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $541. Qatar Airways flights start at $575 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $664 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, 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 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 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$886Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$934Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$934Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,069Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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