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 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to California

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 15 as of May 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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19:35 - 16:10JNB-SFO

29h 35m1 stop

16:11 - 9:20SFO-JNB

32h 09m2 stops

R17 373SWISS

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Mon, Jun 16 - Mon, Jun 23

19:25 - 13:25JNB-LAX

27h 00m1 stop

20:55 - 10:20LAX-JNB

27h 25m1 stop

R17 889

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Tue, Jul 15 - Wed, Feb 25

19:00 - 18:06JNB-LAX

32h 06m2 stops

5:00 - 18:35LAX-JNB

27h 35m2 stops

R17 981United Airlines

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Thu, Jul 17 - Thu, Feb 26

17:55 - 16:40JNB-SFO

31h 45m1 stop

12:40 - 10:35SFO-JNB

36h 55m1 stop

R18 147Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Jun 9 - Mon, Jul 7

17:55 - 16:40JNB-SFO

31h 45m1 stop

12:40 - 10:35SFO-JNB

36h 55m1 stop

R18 166Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Jun 9 - Mon, Jul 7

19:00 - 15:15JNB-LAX

29h 15m2 stops

6:00 - 17:45LAX-JNB

26h 45m2 stops

R18 331United Airlines

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Wed, Jul 16 - Sun, Mar 29

20:40 - 19:13JNB-LAS

31h 33m2 stops

21:45 - 11:30LAS-JNB

27h 45m1 stop

R18 718Virgin Atlantic

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Sat, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 17

19:25 - 20:00JNB-LAS

33h 35m1 stop

22:00 - 7:00LAS-JNB

24h 00m1 stop

R19 050British Airways

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Tue, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 15

19:25 - 21:24JNB-LAX

34h 59m2 stops

14:45 - 7:30LAX-JNB

30h 45m2 stops

R19 511British Airways

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Mon, Jul 14 - Sat, Feb 28

20:40 - 13:15JNB-LAX

25h 35m1 stop

20:05 - 10:20LAX-JNB

29h 15m1 stop

R27 801Virgin Atlantic

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Mon, Jun 30 - Mon, Jul 14

Delta flights from Johannesburg to California

Our best Delta deals on Johannesburg to California flight tickets

Delta

Jul 16

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m

1 stop

LAX11:20Los Angeles

Feb 24

LAX12:25Los Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 963

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Delta

Jul 21

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 07m

2 stops

SFO0:22San Francisco

Aug 19

SFO23:45San Francisco

34h 55m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Delta

Jun 1

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m

1 stop

LAS18:35Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Jun 8

LAS10:35Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

25h 45m

2 stops

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 000

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United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Johannesburg to California flight tickets

United Airlines

Jul 17

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 06m

2 stops

LAX18:06Los Angeles

Feb 26

LAX5:00Los Angeles

27h 35m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 981

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United Airlines

Jul 16

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

2 stops

LAX15:15Los Angeles

Mar 29

LAX6:00Los Angeles

26h 45m

2 stops

JNB17:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 331

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United Airlines

Jul 16

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

2 stops

LAX15:15Los Angeles

Mar 28

LAX0:59Los Angeles

31h 46m

2 stops

JNB17:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 424

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to California

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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 R17 355. 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 852.

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 881. 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 R19 926. 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 R17 363. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are R24 023 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 19 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around R20 184 when searching 19 weeks out.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 460 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	R11 073
Fastest flight time	22h 48m
Direct flights	None
Airports in California	7 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R11 073. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 373.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to California takes 22h 48m

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 - Ontario Airport.

There are 7 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), 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 15 as of May 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom R15 154	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 589 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R15 510	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 053 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R15 676	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 205 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 310	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,0 7 935 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R16 608	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 696 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 668	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 336 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R16 749	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 448 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R16 957	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 643 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R17 005	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 791 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 638	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 6 850 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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