What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Johannesburg?

Egyptair, Singapore Airlines, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Johannesburg

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

Flight times from California to Johannesburg vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 50m on average. Another popular route from California to Johannesburg is flying from Santa Ana to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which will take roughly 23h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

KLM, Turkish Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from California according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from California to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.

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There are 3 operators available for flights from California to Johannesburg as of August 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Johannesburg.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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20:35 - 0:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

35h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26

20:35 - 0:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 - 22:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

43h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R17 303Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26

20:35 - 0:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

35h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R17 319Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26

19:30 - 11:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 30m1 stop Istanbul

18:50 - 10:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

26h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R22 007Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

18:30 - 22:25LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 55m1 stop Istanbul

18:50 - 16:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

31h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R22 007Turkish Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 25

19:30 - 11:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 30m1 stop Istanbul

18:50 - 10:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

26h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R22 104Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

13:40 - 21:20SAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 11:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

45h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R24 826KLM

Sat, Sep 12 - Thu, Sep 24

6:15 - 21:20SAN San Diego-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 11:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAN San Diego

45h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R24 907KLM

Sat, Sep 12 - Thu, Sep 24

14:53 - 10:25SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 32m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

19:35 - 15:51JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

30h 16m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

R33 494British Airways

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 22

17:30 - 10:25LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

19:35 - 20:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

34h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

R35 475British Airways

Sun, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 30

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41h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

13:45 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

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Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Nov 2

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Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Nov 2

8:15 - 9:10LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Nov 2

20:25 - 21:20LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 18:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

28h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R24 601KLM

Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Sep 4

13:25 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 05m1 stop Istanbul

18:50 - 11:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R24 633Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Tue, Nov 3

13:25 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 05m1 stop Istanbul

18:50 - 11:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R25 277Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Nov 2

13:25 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 05m1 stop Istanbul

12:20 - 17:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

39h 15m2 stops Cape Town Intl Istanbul

R28 435Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Tue, Nov 3

20:55 - 9:25LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

21:15 - 13:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

25h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

R43 998British Airways

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19

16:55 - 9:25SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

21:15 - 17:29JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

29h 14m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

R61 317British Airways

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26

16:43 - 7:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 17m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

19:25 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

31h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

R156 546British Airways

Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Sep 3

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Sept 21

LAS20:25Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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Nov 12

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30h 51m

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45h 16m

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31h 51m

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Nov 6

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65h 43m

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R18 060

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Oct 11

SFO23:49San Francisco

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19:35-15:51

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R19 365. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from California averaging around R19 864.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R22 627 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from California for as low as R18 801 on momondo.

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How old do you have to be to fly from California to Johannesburg?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 638	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 478 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R18 199	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 555 reviews	Search KLM flights
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