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

Qatar Airways, Condor, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to California

Which airlines fly to California?

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Johannesburg according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to California refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to California is 14 as of August 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to California.

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

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

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21:55 - 23:24JNB-LAX

34h 29m1 stop

12:15 - 19:40LAX-JNB

22h 25m1 stop

R15 655Virgin Atlantic

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Tue, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 13

19:10 - 12:10JNB-LAX

26h 00m1 stop

18:45 - 10:50LAX-JNB

30h 05m1 stop

R16 356Turkish Airlines

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11:25 - 17:45LAX-JNB

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8:00 - 17:45LAX-JNB

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22:00 - 16:10JNB-SAN

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22h 30m1 stop

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19:40 - 19:50JNB-LAS

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13:05 - 8:30LAS-JNB

34h 25m2 stops

R19 792Air France

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19:40 - 13:35JNB-SFO

27h 55m1 stop

15:50 - 11:50SFO-JNB

34h 00m1 stop

R19 932Air France

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Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to California

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 2

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 39m

3 stops

LAX15:09Los Angeles

Feb 19

LAX23:50Los Angeles

27h 15m

2 stops

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Aug 26

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 05m

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LAS14:35Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sept 15

LAS22:45Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

29h 20m

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JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Aug 26

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 05m

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LAS14:35Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sept 15

LAS22:45Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

29h 20m

2 stops

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg to California

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 28

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

LAX12:10Los Angeles

Nov 11

LAX18:45Los Angeles

30h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Oct 21

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

1 stop

LAX11:45Los Angeles

Oct 30

LAX14:05Los Angeles

35h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Oct 29

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 05m

1 stop

LAX12:10Los Angeles

Oct 30

LAX19:45Los Angeles

30h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Tue 2/9

21:55-23:24

1 stop34h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 13/9

12:15-19:40

1 stop22h 25m

R15 655

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JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

19:10-12:10

1 stop26h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

18:45-10:50

1 stop30h 05m

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

21:20-17:08

2 stops28h 48m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

11:25-17:45

1 stop21h 20m

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

21:20-16:13

2 stops27h 53m

Los Angeles

Sat 13/9

8:00-17:45

2 stops24h 45m

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JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

18:50-15:54

2 stops30h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/9

13:35-8:30

2 stops33h 55m

R17 531

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-16:10

1 stop28h 10m

San Diego

Mon 9/2

18:00-10:25

1 stop30h 25m

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JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:35-16:10

1 stop30h 35m

San Diego

Mon 9/2

18:00-10:25

1 stop30h 25m

R18 249

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/8

23:15-14:50

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 17/9

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

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JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

19:40-19:50

2 stops33h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

13:05-8:30

2 stops34h 25m

R19 792

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

19:40-13:35

1 stop27h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

15:50-11:50

1 stop34h 00m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to California

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 California?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to California from Johannesburg, with most prices found around R16 514. If you’re not able to fly to California in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to California during May average around R17 671.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to California is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R17 015. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Johannesburg to California on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R18 960. 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 California?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to California is in the morning. Flights from Johannesburg to California during this time can be as low as R16 522. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R22 859 on average. Flights to California from Johannesburg at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around R19 003 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Johannesburg for as low as R18 267 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Johannesburg to California

Best price found	R9 940
Fastest flight time	22h 52m
Direct flights	None
Airports in California	8 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R9 940. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 655.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to California takes 22h 52m

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

There are 8 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), Burbank Bob Hope (BUR), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to California?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to California is 14 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to California?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California 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 California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to California

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom R14 420	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 699 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R14 758	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 317 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R15 158	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 266 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 968	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 916 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 940 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R16 193	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 467 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 230	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,0 7 980 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 366	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 381 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R16 712	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 657 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R17 340	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 346 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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