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$562+ Cheap flights from California to OR Tambo (JNB)

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LAX — JNB
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to OR Tambo

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$980
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$562
(StudentUniverse)

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,257
From California to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cheapest flights from California to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/51:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/145:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/31$980
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/271:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop33h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/1411:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/31$1,001
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/288:15 amLAX - JNB
2 stops40h 05mSWISS
Sat 5/171:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops60h 30mSWISS
Deal found 3/31$1,087
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2112:20 amSFO - JNB
1 stop46h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/2911:05 amJNB - SFO
1 stop39h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/1$1,097
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/304:00 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops47h 15mKenya Airways
Wed 5/712:10 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops39h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,110
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/276:00 amLAX - JNB
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/197:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,113
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/3012:40 pmSFO - JNB
1 stop36h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/75:55 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,117
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/114:05 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/155:00 pmJNB - SFO
2 stops30h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,123
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 11/711:40 amSFO - JNB
2 stops36h 05mQatar Airways
Sat 11/2212:45 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,149
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/24:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 4/94:50 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops54h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,149
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/289:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/147:25 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,159
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Fri 11/2110:39 pmSFO - JNB
2 stops25h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/3010:05 pmJNB - SFO
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,161

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to OR Tambo 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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

1:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop35h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop26h 50m

$980

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 4/23

12:25 pm-7:40 am

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/3

11:20 am-10:05 pm

1 stop43h 45m

$1,033

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

11:05 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/23

10:50 pm-12:56 am

3 stops35h 06m

$1,066

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

8:15 am-9:20 am

2 stops40h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/17

1:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops60h 30m

$1,087

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

12:20 am-7:40 am

1 stop46h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/25

11:20 am-10:15 pm

1 stop43h 55m

$1,098

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

4:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/7

12:10 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$1,110

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

7:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,113

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

12:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/7

5:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$1,117

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

4:05 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/15

5:00 pm-2:36 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$1,123

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 4/20

4:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/2

4:50 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,149

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 CA to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from California to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta and KLM from California to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $562. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and RwandAir, as they are both options that can get you from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Ontario - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to OR Tambo 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 California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 California to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to OR Tambo. 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$793Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
SWISSCheapest$800Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$875Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$898Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$919Average$1,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
KLMCheapest$948Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$966Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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