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

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and Egyptair 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 Jose and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 49m on average. Another popular route from California to Johannesburg is flying from Santa Ana to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which will take roughly 26h 30m. 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 47% 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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12:51 - 19:40SJC San Jose-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

21:55 - 21:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJC San Jose

32h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13

8:00 - 19:40SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

21:20 - 21:39JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

33h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 665Delta

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27

9:52 - 19:40SJC San Jose-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

21:55 - 23:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJC San Jose

34h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

R15 729Delta

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13

13:50 - 22:00SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

19:40 - 12:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

27h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 873KLM

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

8:55 - 22:00SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

23:59 - 11:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

45h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 937KLM

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 9

7:00 - 21:20SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

19:40 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

27h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 953KLM

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27

18:30 - 11:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 30m1 stop Istanbul

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

26h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R21 469Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 22

13:45 - 11:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 15m1 stop Istanbul

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

31h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R21 902Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

20:50 - 10:25LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

19:35 - 13:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

R34 183British Airways

Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 26

20:50 - 10:25LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

19:35 - 13:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

R34 183British Airways

Wed, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 21

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5:50 - 19:40SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

21:55 - 22:21JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

33h 26m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Los Angeles

R15 601Delta

Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Sep 7

8:00 - 19:40SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

21:55 - 19:58JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

31h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 665Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Sep 7

8:00 - 19:40SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

21:55 - 23:57JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

35h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 745Delta

Sun, Aug 23 - Wed, Sep 9

8:00 - 19:40SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

21:55 - 17:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

28h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 777Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

13:45 - 21:20SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 11:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

45h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 659KLM

Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Sep 6

13:45 - 21:20SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

18:50 - 18:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

32h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R16 675KLM

Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 30

9:57 - 9:25LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 28m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

21:15 - 20:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

32h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

R36 300British Airways

Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 8

12:40 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul

18:00 - 20:11JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

35h 11m2 stops Istanbul San Francisco

R113 116Turkish Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Sun, Aug 30

18:05 - 7:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

21:15 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

30h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

R137 519British Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Sun, Sep 6

17:05 - 9:25LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

21:15 - 15:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

26h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

R155 556British Airways

Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 8

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SFO13:45San Francisco

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Oct 27

SFO8:55San Francisco

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SFO7:00San Francisco

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18:50-16:35

1 stop31h 45m

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1 stop27h 35m

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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 064. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from California averaging around R19 769.

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 747 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 711 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 49m
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The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from California in the past 72 hours is R10 726. The best return flight deal from California to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 665.

The fastest flight from California to Johannesburg takes 21h 49m

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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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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 572	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 480 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R18 112	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 562 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R22 363	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 184 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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