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

Cathay Pacific, American Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to South Africa

How long is the flight from California to South Africa?

On average, it takes 21h 15m to fly from California to South Africa if you fly out of Los Angeles (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 San Francisco and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 22h 35m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to South Africa 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 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 are 5 operators available for flights from California to South Africa as of April 2025.

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.

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These are some of the best return flight deals from California to South Africa that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

13:40 - 11:50LAX-CPT

37h 10m1 stop

16:35 - 18:00CPT-LAX

34h 25m1 stop

R16 887Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 17

0:10 - 11:50LAX-CPT

26h 40m1 stop

16:35 - 11:45CPT-LAX

28h 10m1 stop

R17 128Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 24

13:25 - 7:40LAX-JNB

33h 15m1 stop

11:20 - 11:20JNB-LAX

33h 00m1 stop

R18 332Cathay Pacific

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Wed, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 14

12:25 - 7:40LAX-JNB

34h 15m1 stop

11:05 - 10:05JNB-LAX

32h 00m1 stop

R18 759Cathay Pacific

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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27

15:55 - 10:50SFO-CPT

33h 55m1 stop

18:55 - 12:25CPT-SFO

27h 30m1 stop

R19 463Qatar Airways

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Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Nov 2

18:40 - 8:35LAX-JNB

28h 55m1 stop

21:20 - 21:38JNB-LAX

33h 18m1 stop

R20 038

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Thu, May 15 - Mon, May 19

14:55 - 8:35LAX-JNB

32h 40m1 stop

15:05 - 11:18JNB-LAX

29h 13m2 stops

R20 205United Airlines

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Thu, May 15 - Mon, May 19

11:30 - 9:20LAX-JNB

36h 50m2 stops

19:00 - 19:50JNB-LAX

33h 50m2 stops

R20 390

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Tue, May 13 - Tue, May 20

0:56 - 17:45LAX-JNB

31h 49m2 stops

19:00 - 13:00JNB-LAX

27h 00m1 stop

R20 761United Airlines

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Mon, May 12 - Tue, May 20

16:20 - 14:20LAX-JNB

61h 00m2 stops

13:55 - 14:00JNB-LAX

33h 05m1 stop

R21 447Qatar Airways

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Cathay Pacific flights from California to South Africa

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on California to South Africa flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Aug 27

LAX13:25Los Angeles

33h 15m

1 stop

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 14

JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 00m

1 stop

LAX11:20Los Angeles

R18 332

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 13

LAX12:25Los Angeles

34h 15m

1 stop

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

LAX10:05Los Angeles

R18 759

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Cathay Pacific

May 13

LAX12:25Los Angeles

34h 15m

1 stop

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 20

JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 25m

1 stop

LAX10:45Los Angeles

R18 870

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SWISS flights from California to South Africa

Our best SWISS deals on California to South Africa flight tickets

SWISS

May 4

LAX19:35Los Angeles

28h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 18

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

LAX16:30Los Angeles

R19 760

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SWISS

Aug 28

LAX19:35Los Angeles

28h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 14

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 32m

2 stops

LAX20:07Los Angeles

R21 391

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SWISS

Aug 27

LAX16:45Los Angeles

31h 35m

2 stops

JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 14

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

LAX16:30Los Angeles

R22 040

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 018, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in November, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R19 222.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was R19 246. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from California to South Africa on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R27 974. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from California in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R24 158 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is at midday when prices are around R36 232.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from California when booking 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R23 737 when searching 3 weeks out.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 890 on momondo.

Cheap California to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R9 898
Fastest flight time	20h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from California in the past 72 hours is R9 898. The best return flight deal from California to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 887.

The fastest flight from California to South Africa takes 20h 35m

There are no direct flights from California to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport, San Francisco Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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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 are 5 operators available for flights from California to South Africa as of April 2025.
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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 738	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 790 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 055	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 643 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 712	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 6 837 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R17 906	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 696 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R21 685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 10 000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for California to South Africa flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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