How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as Santa Ana or San Francisco, and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 21h 05m and 21h 20m, respectively.

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

British Airways, Turkish Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from California according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

As of December 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:50 pm - 10:50 am

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JNB

30h 00m1 stop

7:05 pm - 11:05 am

JNB

SFO

26h 00m1 stop

$1,026Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Feb 20

7:50 pm - 10:50 am

SFO

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

6:00 pm - 4:40 pm

JNB

SFO

31h 40m1 stop

$1,032Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Apr 3

8:35 am - 6:35 pm

SFO

JNB

24h 00m2 stops

10:00 pm - 3:35 pm

JNB

SFO

27h 35m1 stop

$1,058United Airlines

Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 26

5:00 am - 6:35 pm

SFO

JNB

27h 35m2 stops

10:00 pm - 5:47 pm

JNB

SFO

29h 47m2 stops

$1,062United Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

5:05 pm - 7:00 pm

SJC

JNB

39h 55m2 stops

9:55 pm - 11:58 pm

JNB

SJC

36h 03m2 stops

$1,062Delta

Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21

10:00 pm - 7:00 pm

SFO

JNB

35h 00m1 stop

9:55 pm - 6:18 pm

JNB

SFO

30h 23m1 stop

$1,063Delta

Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 14

1:45 pm - 9:20 pm

SFO

JNB

22h 35m1 stop

11:15 pm - 11:45 am

JNB

SFO

45h 30m1 stop

$1,070KLM

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 12

7:00 am - 10:05 pm

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JNB

29h 05m2 stops

7:20 pm - 4:02 pm

JNB

SJC

30h 42m2 stops

$1,086Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 12

7:45 am - 9:20 pm

LAX

JNB

28h 35m2 stops

11:15 pm - 2:45 pm

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LAX

24h 30m1 stop

$1,150KLM

Tue, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 23

7:45 am - 10:05 pm

LAX

JNB

28h 20m2 stops

7:20 pm - 4:05 pm

JNB

LAX

30h 45m1 stop

$1,152Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

Virgin Atlantic flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Virgin Atlantic

Feb 6

SAN6:30 amSan Diego

26h 30m

1 stop

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 13

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 56m

1 stop

SAN6:51 pmSan Diego

$1,128

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Virgin Atlantic

Feb 4

LAS8:45 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

JNB8:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 11

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 09m

1 stop

LAS8:04 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,188

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Dec 30

SAN8:00 amSan Diego

25h 00m

1 stop

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 18

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m

1 stop

SAN7:25 pmSan Diego

$1,563

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British Airways

May 27

SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco

31h 50m

1 stop

JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 8

JNB7:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

1 stop

SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco

$1,147

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Apr 16

LAX8:55 pmLos Angeles

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 2

JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m

1 stop

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles

$1,187

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Apr 23

LAX8:55 pmLos Angeles

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 27

JNB7:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

LAX6:25 pmLos Angeles

$1,237

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Wed 1/21

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Fri 2/20

7:05 pm-11:05 am

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Wed 3/11

7:50 pm-10:50 am

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/3

6:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,032

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Mon 1/12

8:35 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 00m

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Mon 1/26

10:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,058

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Fri 1/23

5:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

10:00 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops29h 47m

$1,062

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San Jose

Wed 1/14

5:05 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

9:55 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops36h 03m

$1,062

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SFOJNB

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Wed 2/4

10:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

9:55 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop30h 23m

$1,063

San FranciscoJohannesburg

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Thu 4/30

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

11:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,070

San JoseJohannesburg

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SJCJNB

San Jose

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/12

7:20 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops30h 42m

$1,086

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 4/14

7:45 am-9:20 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/23

11:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,150

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

7:45 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/26

7:20 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,152

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from California, with most prices found around $1,145. The month of May is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,179.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,220. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,474.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in the evening. Flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during this time can be as low as $1,244. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,506 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $1,300 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from California for as low as $1,203 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

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As of December 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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SWISS	PriceFrom $484	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,817 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $914	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,111 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,103 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,005	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,415 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,006	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,605 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,016	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,053 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,029	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,686 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,070	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,434 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,070	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,104 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,098	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,014 reviews	Search Delta flights

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Can stopping save me money on California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from California to Johannesburg OR Tambo

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as Santa Ana or San Francisco, and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 21h 05m and 21h 20m, respectively.

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