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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California from $587

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:55 pm - 9:20 pmJNB-LAX
32h 25m1 stop
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8:35 am - 7:40 pmLAX-JNB
26h 05m1 stop
$875Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:55 pm - 7:00 pmJNB-LAS
30h 05m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
7:10 am - 7:40 pmLAS-JNB
27h 30m1 stop
$880Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 17
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 5:26 pmJNB-SNA
31h 41m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:41 pm - 6:35 pmSNA-JNB
37h 54m2 stops
$915United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 11:10 amJNB-LAX
26h 05m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 10:50 amLAX-JNB
30h 05m1 stop
$933Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 4:40 pmJNB-SFO
31h 45m1 stop
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7:50 pm - 10:50 amSFO-JNB
30h 00m1 stop
$948Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 12:31 pmJNB-LAS
24h 11m1 stop
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8:30 am - 5:45 pmLAS-JNB
24h 15m2 stops
$954United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
Delta Logo
8:30 pm - 8:45 pmJNB-LAX
33h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:50 pm - 10:05 amLAX-JNB
26h 15m1 stop
$968Delta
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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 6:03 pmJNB-LAS
30h 03m2 stops
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 8:40 amLAS-JNB
28h 41m2 stops
$973Delta
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Tue, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 28
British Airways Logo
7:35 pm - 3:00 pmJNB-SFO
29h 25m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
30h 55m1 stop
$1,025British Airways
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Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 30
British Airways Logo
7:25 pm - 6:25 pmJNB-LAX
32h 00m2 stops
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8:05 pm - 7:00 amLAX-JNB
25h 55m1 stop
$1,028British Airways
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Sep 15
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
32h 25m
1 stop
LAX9:20 pmLos Angeles
Sep 22
LAX8:35 amLos Angeles
26h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$875
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Virgin Atlantic
Sep 8
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 05m
1 stop
LAS7:00 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sep 17
LAS7:10 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
27h 30m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$880
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Virgin Atlantic
Sep 10
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 27m
1 stop
LAX10:22 pmLos Angeles
Sep 19
LAX11:10 amLos Angeles
23h 30m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$910
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SWISS flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

Our best SWISS deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flight tickets
SWISS
Oct 8
JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 55m
1 stop
LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles
Oct 26
LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles
29h 20m
1 stop
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$888
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SWISS
Oct 8
JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 55m
1 stop
LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles
Oct 26
LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles
29h 20m
1 stop
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$889
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SWISS
Oct 8
JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 49m
2 stops
LAX8:24 pmLos Angeles
Oct 26
LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles
29h 20m
1 stop
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$893
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

9:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop32h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

8:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$875

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/8

9:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/17

7:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$880

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/4

7:45 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops31h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/12

6:41 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops37h 54m

$915

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/5

7:05 pm-11:10 am

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

6:45 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 05m

$933

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

5:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

7:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

$948

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/8

9:20 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop24h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/15

8:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$954

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/14

8:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

10:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop26h 15m

$968

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/18

10:00 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops30h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/28

5:59 pm-8:40 am

2 stops28h 41m

$973

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/28

7:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

5:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 55m

$1,025

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/13

7:25 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/20

8:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop25h 55m

$1,028

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of May is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport averaging around $1,005.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $989. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Wednesday is $1,174.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $997. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,265 on average. Flights to California from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $1,089 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as $1,034 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg OR Tambo to California flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg OR Tambo to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$587

Fastest flight time

22h 56m

Direct flights

None

Airports in California

7 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the past 72 hours is $587. The best round-trip flight deal from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $875.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California takes 22h 56m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.
There are 7 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
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    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $917Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $924Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $924Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,933 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $937Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,465 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $952Free CancellationRating
7.4
655 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $956Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,383 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $996Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,222 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,062Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,609 reviews
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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Johannesburg to California flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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