Which airlines fly to California?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to California?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in California you fly into. For example, flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles takes 25h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles takes 27h 20m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to California

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to California refresh daily.

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

As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to California.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa 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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17:50 - 16:40

JNB

SFO

31h 50m

1 stop

18:45 - 10:30

SFO

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

R14 307Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 11

21:30 - 21:10

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LAS

32h 40m

1 stop

7:15 - 19:15

LAS

CPT

27h 00m

1 stop

R14 609Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 15

20:50 - 13:44

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LAX

26h 54m

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10:15 - 18:00

LAX

CPT

21h 45m

1 stop

R14 847United Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Nov 18

20:50 - 20:50

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ONT

34h 00m

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7:00 - 18:00

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25h 00m

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R14 847United Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Sun, Nov 15

21:15 - 17:10

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LAX

28h 55m

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20:10 - 9:25

LAX

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28h 15m

2 stops

R15 547British Airways

Wed, Jun 17 - Sun, Jun 21

22:00 - 18:40

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29h 40m

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23:10 - 10:25

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26h 15m

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R15 658British Airways

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16

23:15 - 19:41

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29h 26m

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LAS

JNB

39h 55m

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R15 960KLM

Fri, Jun 5 - Sat, Jun 13

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45h 40m

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ONT

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R25 848Qatar Airways

Wed, Jul 29 - Mon, Aug 3

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ONT

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ONT

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41h 50m

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R122 673Qatar Airways

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SWISS flights from South Africa to California

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Apr 23

CPT14:15Cape Town Intl

35h 15m

2 stops

LAX16:30Los Angeles

May 11

LAX19:35Los Angeles

32h 50m

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May 26

CPT22:25Cape Town Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

SFO16:35San Francisco

Jun 16

SFO19:35San Francisco

32h 50m

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CPT13:25Cape Town Intl

R100 004

British Airways flights from South Africa to California

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Feb 18

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 09m

2 stops

LAS21:09Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Feb 25

LAS12:02Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

33h 33m

2 stops

JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 165

British Airways

Jun 17

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

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LAX17:10Los Angeles

Jun 21

LAX20:10Los Angeles

28h 15m

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JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 547

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Mar 9

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 40m

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Mar 16

LAX23:10Los Angeles

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R15 960

Cape TownSan Francisco

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Cape Town Intl

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6:00-8:50

2 stops41h 50m

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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 South Africa, with most prices found around R15 483. If you’re not able to fly to California in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to California during September average around R15 547.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around R16 691 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 South Africa for as low as R15 547 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from South Africa to California takes 22h 47m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to California?
Prices for flights from South Africa to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to California?
As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa 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 South Africa to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom R13 237	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 872 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R13 555	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 784 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R13 618	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 11 282 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R13 745	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 738 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 487	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 287 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 688	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 216 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R14 865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 534 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R14 987	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 454 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 196 reviews	Search Delta flights

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