How long is the flight from California to South Africa?

On average, it takes 22h 59m to fly from California to South Africa if you fly out of San Jose (the most popular airport in California) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Los Angeles and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 24h 15m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to South Africa?

Egyptair, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from California to South Africa

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to South Africa?

There is 1 operator available for flights from California to South Africa as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to South Africa?

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 South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa 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 South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R10 890 Cheap Flights from California to South Africa in 2026/27

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17:25 - 7:10LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m1 stop Cairo

21:45 - 12:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

24h 35m1 stop Cairo

R17 720Egyptair

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 1

16:25 - 7:10LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m1 stop Cairo

21:45 - 12:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

24h 35m1 stop Cairo

R17 968Egyptair

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25

12:45 - 15:50LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 - 13:49JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

35h 44m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 134Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19

16:25 - 7:10LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m1 stop Cairo

21:45 - 12:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

24h 35m1 stop Cairo

R18 350Egyptair

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

22:46 - 0:25LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 39m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 12:33JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

29h 33m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 399Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

23:59 - 15:50LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 13:19JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

30h 19m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 416Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Dec 3

22:46 - 0:25LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 39m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 - 14:16JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

36h 11m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 416Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 9

23:59 - 15:50LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 14:19JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

31h 19m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 416Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

13:50 - 21:25LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:30 - 12:45CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

45h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R23 306KLM

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 26

13:50 - 21:25LAX Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:30 - 12:45CPT Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles

45h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R23 322KLM

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 26

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22:40 - 0:15LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 18:22JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

34h 22m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R19 543Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

20:29 - 0:15SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 46m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 9:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

49h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 007Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 18

14:18 - 15:50SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 32m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 - 9:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

54h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R20 156Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 19

20:29 - 6:00SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

48h 31m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 13:44CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

32h 19m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R21 350Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 27

22:30 - 6:00SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

46h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

7:20 - 13:44CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

39h 24m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R21 731Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 27

23:59 - 15:50SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17:00 - 9:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SFO San Francisco

49h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R21 880Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20

22:30 - 13:35SFO San Francisco-CPT Cape Town Intl

54h 05m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

14:25 - 19:34CPT Cape Town Intl-SFO San Francisco

38h 09m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R22 096Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 27

23:59 - 10:55LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

49h 56m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 - 12:42JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

33h 32m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R22 179Kenya Airways

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 13

9:45 - 21:20LAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 14:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

24h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R26 787KLM

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

9:54 - 21:20SFO San Francisco-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol

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

45h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R28 080KLM

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

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Singapore Airlines flights from California to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 23

LAX22:05Los Angeles

46h 05m

1 stop

JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 10

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 15m

1 stop

LAX19:55Los Angeles

R19 361

Singapore Airlines

Feb 21

LAX22:05Los Angeles

49h 20m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Mar 1

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

43h 15m

2 stops

LAX19:55Los Angeles

R19 377

Singapore Airlines

Feb 15

SFO9:40San Francisco

34h 30m

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JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 2

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 10m

1 stop

SFO7:50San Francisco

R20 123

Ethiopian Air flights from California to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 16

LAX22:30Los Angeles

44h 25m

3 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 23

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 49m

3 stops

LAX15:19Los Angeles

R20 703

Ethiopian Air

Oct 16

LAX22:30Los Angeles

30h 00m

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JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 23

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 49m

3 stops

LAX15:19Los Angeles

R20 869

Ethiopian Air

Oct 16

LAX22:30Los Angeles

30h 00m

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JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 23

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 49m

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LAX15:19Los Angeles

R20 985

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R18 134

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1 stop24h 35m

R18 350

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22:46-0:25

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17:00-12:33

2 stops29h 33m

R18 399

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23:59-15:50

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2 stops30h 19m

R18 416

Los AngelesJohannesburg

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12:05-14:16

2 stops36h 11m

R18 416

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LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Los Angeles

Tue 27/10

23:59-15:50

2 stops30h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

17:00-14:19

2 stops31h 19m

R18 416

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX Los Angeles - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Los Angeles

Tue 13/10

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

0:30-12:45

1 stop45h 15m

R23 306

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX Los Angeles - CPT Cape Town Intl

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Tue 13/10

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

0:30-12:45

1 stop45h 15m

R23 322

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from California is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R21 466, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until March to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 842.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R23 873 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from California for as low as R19 344 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R10 890
Fastest flight time	20h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from California in the past 72 hours is R10 890. The best return flight deal from California to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 720.

The fastest flight from California to South Africa takes 20h 05m

There are no direct flights from California to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from California to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to South Africa?
Prices for flights from California to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to South Africa?
There is 1 operator available for flights from California to South Africa as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to South Africa?
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 South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa 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 South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom R18 725	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 578 reviews		Search KLM flights

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