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

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

What airlines fly to California?

Delta, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

There are 8 operators available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California as of February 2026.

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

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7:05 pm - 5:50 pm

JNB

LAX

31h 45m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 10:30 am

LAX

JNB

29h 20m

1 stop

$937Turkish Airlines

Sun, Mar 22 - Tue, Mar 31

7:05 pm - 12:10 pm

JNB

LAX

26h 05m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 10:30 am

LAX

JNB

29h 20m

1 stop

$940Turkish Airlines

Sun, Mar 22 - Tue, Mar 31

7:35 pm - 7:30 pm

JNB

LAX

32h 55m

2 stops

3:38 pm - 7:35 am

LAX

JNB

30h 57m

2 stops

$953British Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

8:25 pm - 9:25 pm

JNB

SFO

34h 00m

1 stop

5:55 pm - 8:50 am

SFO

JNB

29h 55m

1 stop

$981Delta

Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22

10:00 pm - 6:51 pm

JNB

SAN

30h 51m

2 stops

3:15 pm - 8:50 am

SAN

JNB

32h 35m

2 stops

$986Delta

Tue, Mar 3 - Fri, May 8

10:00 pm - 6:40 pm

JNB

LAX

29h 40m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 7:35 am

LAX

JNB

24h 35m

1 stop

$999British Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 19

6:00 pm - 3:35 pm

JNB

LAS

30h 35m

1 stop

8:25 pm - 9:20 pm

LAS

JNB

39h 55m

1 stop

$1,003KLM

Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 17

11:59 pm - 12:05 pm

JNB

SAN

46h 06m

1 stop

7:00 am - 10:05 pm

SAN

JNB

30h 05m

2 stops

$1,008KLM

Tue, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 15

7:45 pm - 10:36 pm

JNB

ONT

35h 51m

2 stops

11:59 pm - 6:35 pm

ONT

JNB

33h 36m

2 stops

$1,025United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

10:00 pm - 7:17 pm

JNB

BUR

31h 17m

3 stops

5:15 pm - 6:35 pm

BUR

JNB

40h 20m

2 stops

$1,736United Airlines

Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10

British Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

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British Airways

Mar 10

JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 55m

2 stops

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

Mar 17

LAX3:38 pmLos Angeles

30h 57m

2 stops

JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$953

British Airways

Mar 16

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 40m

2 stops

LAX6:40 pmLos Angeles

Mar 19

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$999

British Airways

Mar 27

JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 55m

2 stops

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

Apr 3

LAX8:55 pmLos Angeles

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,028

KLM flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

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KLM

Jun 2

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 35m

1 stop

LAS3:35 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Jun 17

LAS8:25 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

39h 55m

1 stop

JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,003

KLM

Mar 3

JNB11:59 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 06m

1 stop

SAN12:05 pmSan Diego

Mar 15

SAN7:00 amSan Diego

30h 05m

2 stops

JNB10:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,008

KLM

Mar 22

JNB11:59 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 41m

2 stops

LAX9:40 pmLos Angeles

Mar 31

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

25h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,031

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

7:05 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

8:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

$937

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

7:05 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

8:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

$940

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

7:35 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

3:38 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 57m

$953

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/15

8:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop34h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 5/22

5:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop29h 55m

$981

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

10:00 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops30h 51m

San Diego

Fri 5/8

3:15 pm-8:50 am

2 stops32h 35m

$986

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

10:00 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

10:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop24h 35m

$999

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/2

6:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/17

8:25 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop39h 55m

$1,003

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:59 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop46h 06m

San Diego

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$1,008

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

7:45 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops35h 51m

Ontario

Tue 3/17

11:59 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops33h 36m

$1,025

JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

10:00 pm-7:17 pm

3 stops31h 17m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 3/10

5:15 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$1,736

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport averaging around $978.

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 $1,050 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 $978 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	26h 40m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California takes 26h 40m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California?
There are 8 operators available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,267 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $917	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,211 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,276 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $934	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,179 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $943	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air France	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,531 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom $956	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,451 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $991	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,731 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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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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