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

Hahn Air, Cathay Pacific, and Norse Atlantic UK are the most popular carriers operating from California to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and British Airways 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 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to South Africa?

The flight from California to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 22h 30m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 26h 10m.

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

Prices for flights from California to South Africa were last updated today.

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There are 16 operators available for flights from California to South Africa as of July 2025.

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

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 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 license 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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7:35 pm - 9:20 amLAX-JNB

28h 45m1 stop

4:40 pm - 4:35 pmJNB-LAX

33h 55m2 stops

$674SWISS

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Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 3

6:45 pm - 11:50 amSFO-CPT

32h 05m1 stop

5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO

33h 30m1 stop

$915Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Oct 21 - Fri, Nov 7

11:59 pm - 12:10 pmLAX-CPT

50h 11m2 stops

10:10 pm - 1:30 pmCPT-LAX

25h 20m1 stop

$986British Airways

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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8

9:00 pm - 8:05 amLAX-CPT

25h 05m1 stop

6:55 pm - 1:30 pmCPT-LAX

28h 35m1 stop

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9:30 am - 8:00 amLAX-CPT

36h 30m2 stops

8:50 pm - 10:15 pmCPT-LAX

35h 25m2 stops

$1,014American Airlines

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6:45 pm - 5:20 pmSFO-CPT

37h 35m2 stops

5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO

33h 30m1 stop

$1,018

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6:45 pm - 11:50 amSFO-CPT

32h 05m1 stop

9:00 am - 10:35 amCPT-SFO

34h 35m2 stops

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8:18 am - 3:20 pmLAX-CPT

22h 02m1 stop

8:50 pm - 12:04 pmCPT-LAX

25h 14m1 stop

$1,040United Airlines

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8:18 am - 3:20 pmLAX-CPT

22h 02m1 stop

7:50 pm - 9:54 amCPT-LAX

23h 04m1 stop

$1,041United Airlines

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5:35 pm - 8:00 amLAX-CPT

28h 25m1 stop

10:00 pm - 10:06 pmCPT-LAX

34h 06m2 stops

$1,053American Airlines

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Cathay Pacific flights from California to South Africa

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Cathay Pacific

Aug 24

SFO12:05 amSan Francisco

46h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB11:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

44h 35m

1 stop

SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco

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Aug 24

SFO1:05 amSan Francisco

45h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB11:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

44h 35m

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SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco

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Aug 12

SFO1:05 amSan Francisco

45h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 2

JNB11:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 10m

1 stop

SFO11:30 amSan Francisco

$1,084

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SWISS

Oct 22

LAX7:35 pmLos Angeles

28h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 3

JNB4:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m

2 stops

LAX4:35 pmLos Angeles

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Aug 9

LAX2:49 pmLos Angeles

33h 31m

2 stops

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 4

JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 52m

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LAX7:27 pmLos Angeles

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Wed 10/22

7:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/3

4:40 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$674

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SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/7

5:15 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$915

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

11:59 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops50h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/8

10:10 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$986

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

9:00 pm-8:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/2

6:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$1,002

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

9:30 am-8:00 am

2 stops36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/29

8:50 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,014

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SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

6:45 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/7

5:15 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,018

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/29

9:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops34h 35m

$1,027

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

8:18 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

8:50 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop25h 14m

$1,040

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

8:18 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/4

7:50 pm-9:54 am

1 stop23h 04m

$1,041

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

5:35 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/29

10:00 pm-10:06 pm

2 stops34h 06m

$1,053

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from California to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,015. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,042.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,220. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Friday is $1,474.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,244. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is at noon when prices are around $1,506.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,256 when searching 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 $1,077 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to South Africa flight.

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Best Price Found	$590
Fastest flight time	21h 00m
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 $590. The best round-trip flight deal from California to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $674.

The fastest flight from California to South Africa takes 21h 00m

There are no direct flights from California to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Los Angeles Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Cape Town Intl 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 were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to South Africa?
There are 16 operators available for flights from California to South Africa as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to South Africa?
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 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 license 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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SWISS	PriceFrom $484	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $796	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 655 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $875	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $897	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $932	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 274 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $950	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $966	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 949 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
KLM	PriceFrom $968	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights

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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

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

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

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,244. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is at noon when prices are around $1,506.

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

Can stopping save me money on California to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to South Africa flight.

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

Hahn Air, Cathay Pacific, and Norse Atlantic UK are the most popular carriers operating from California to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

How long is the flight from California to South Africa?

Cheap California to South Africa flight deals and tips

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

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

Best airlines flying from California to South Africa

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to South Africa?

Can I find flights from California to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from California to South Africa?

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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