How long is the flight from South Africa to California?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in California you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles takes 24h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles takes 23h 56m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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Virgin Atlantic

Nov 3

CPT

29h 05m

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Nov 26

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37h 00m

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Virgin Atlantic

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United Airlines

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KLM

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Qatar Airways

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Delta

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Delta

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United Airlines

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KLM

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KLM

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United Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

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26h 09m

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Flights to Los Angeles

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United Airlines

Jun 22

CPT

23h 06m

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24h 20m

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United Airlines

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British Airways

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Multiple Airlines

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Flights to San Jose, California

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Qatar Airways

Nov 5

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42h 14m

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Qatar Airways

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United Airlines

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19:50 - 9:56

CPT

LAX

23h 06m

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6:00 - 15:20

LAX

CPT

24h 20m

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R16 480United Airlines

Mon, Jun 22 - Mon, Jun 29

20:00 - 11:39

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R16 496United Airlines

Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28

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R16 645Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 26

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34h 51m

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R16 743Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 26

0:30 - 23:59

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R17 600KLM

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 27

19:30 - 13:35

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15:55 - 10:15

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R17 798Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 14

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R18 095KLM

Mon, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 9

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R19 067British Airways

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Jan 10

19:35 - 18:50

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28h 30m

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R19 084British Airways

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Jan 10

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

19:50-9:56

1 stop23h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 29/6

6:00-15:20

1 stop24h 20m

R16 480

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

20:00-11:39

1 stop24h 39m

Los Angeles

Sun 28/6

23:30-15:20

2 stops30h 50m

R16 496

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

19:35-14:40

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 26/11

13:05-12:05

2 stops37h 00m

R16 645

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

22:00-22:51

2 stops34h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 26/11

13:05-10:35

2 stops35h 30m

R16 743

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

0:30-23:59

2 stops33h 29m

San Francisco

Fri 27/11

13:50-22:40

1 stop22h 50m

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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

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Cape Town Intl

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19:30-13:35

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15:55-10:15

1 stop33h 20m

R17 798

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

23:15-18:52

2 stops28h 37m

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Sun 9/8

23:50-21:25

2 stops36h 35m

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

20:55-14:00

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

16:20-9:00

1 stop31h 40m

R18 523

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

19:35-18:50

1 stop33h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/1

19:55-10:25

1 stop28h 30m

R19 067

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

19:35-18:50

1 stop33h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/1

19:55-10:25

1 stop28h 30m

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California flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to California?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R10 036
Best Round-Trip Price	R16 480
Fastest flight time	27h 05m

The best one-way flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 036 (Cape Town Intl to San Francisco).

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The best round-trip flight price to California from South Africa in the last 5 days is R16 480 (Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles).

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The fastest flight to California from South Africa takes 27h 05m (Cape Town Intl to San Francisco).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to California

What is the cheapest flight I can find to California?

The average flight to California costs R7 884/per person and the cheapest flight to California is R1 792/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on travelling.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit San Francisco?

43% of momondo users visit San Francisco more often than any other city in California. When travelling to San Francisco, typically the most convenient airport to fly into is San Francisco Airport.

I plan on visiting The Wiltern. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to The Wiltern is Los Angeles Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Santa Ana, California Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in California?

Many visitors who travel to California find themselves making a stop at popular landmarks such as The Wiltern, Fisherman's Wharf, and Crypto.com Arena.

What is the weather like in California?

California typically has a temperature range from 51,8 °F(January) to 62,6 °F(September). Those looking to avoid rain and/or snow while visiting California should plan their trip in July, August, or June, as these months are relatively less likely to have precipitation.

Which airlines fly to California?

Virgin Atlantic is the most popular airline offering flights to California, with 33% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to California. Other popular options include United Airlines and KLM. There are a total of 13 different airlines flying to California.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to California?

Prices for flights to California are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to California?

As of June 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights to California.

How old do you have to be to fly to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to California?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to California. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to California with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to California?

momondo helps you find the best flight to California by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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