What airlines fly to California?

Delta, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from South Africa according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 from South Africa to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 26h 40m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to California is flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 28h 30m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Turkish 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 June 2026, there are 9 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?

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 South Africa to California.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:50 pm - 7:54 pm

CPT

LAX

32h 04m

1 stop

8:40 am - 4:10 pm

LAX

CPT

21h 30m

1 stop

$1,017United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 12

8:50 pm - 7:54 pm

CPT

LAX

32h 04m

1 stop

8:40 am - 4:10 pm

LAX

CPT

21h 30m

1 stop

$1,018United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 12

11:15 pm - 10:14 pm

JNB

ONT

31h 59m

2 stops

10:59 pm - 7:00 pm

ONT

JNB

34h 01m

1 stop

$1,081Delta

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Nov 11

8:50 pm - 4:41 pm

CPT

LAS

29h 51m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 6:35 pm

LAS

CPT

34h 25m

1 stop

$1,088Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Jan 10

9:15 pm - 8:15 pm

JNB

LAX

32h 00m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 9:25 am

LAX

JNB

30h 20m

1 stop

$1,110British Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 27

9:15 pm - 4:44 pm

JNB

LAX

28h 29m

2 stops

1:46 pm - 10:25 am

LAX

JNB

34h 39m

2 stops

$1,112American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Nov 14

9:15 pm - 6:57 pm

JNB

ONT

30h 42m

2 stops

2:59 pm - 10:25 am

ONT

JNB

33h 26m

2 stops

$1,112American Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Nov 10

9:15 pm - 6:03 pm

JNB

SFO

29h 48m

2 stops

11:39 am - 10:25 am

SFO

JNB

37h 46m

2 stops

$1,113British Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

6:00 pm - 11:40 am

JNB

LAX

26h 40m

1 stop

12:45 pm - 11:00 am

LAX

JNB

36h 15m

1 stop

$1,113Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Nov 13

5:55 pm - 11:40 am

JNB

LAX

26h 45m

1 stop

7:30 pm - 11:00 am

LAX

JNB

30h 30m

1 stop

$1,115Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 30

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United Airlines flights from South Africa to California

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United Airlines

Jun 21

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

36h 00m

1 stop

LAX11:00 pmLos Angeles

Jun 29

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

24h 20m

1 stop

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

$1,009

United Airlines

Jun 18

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

30h 15m

2 stops

LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles

Jul 1

LAX5:45 amLos Angeles

26h 25m

2 stops

CPT5:10 pmCape Town Intl

$1,012

United Airlines

Oct 27

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

32h 04m

1 stop

LAX7:54 pmLos Angeles

Nov 12

LAX8:40 amLos Angeles

21h 30m

1 stop

CPT4:10 pmCape Town Intl

$1,017

KLM flights from South Africa to California

Our best KLM deals on South Africa to California flight tickets

KLM

Jul 27

CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl

45h 35m

1 stop

LAX11:50 amLos Angeles

Aug 16

LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles

43h 40m

1 stop

CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl

$1,101

KLM

Jul 27

CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl

45h 35m

1 stop

LAX11:50 amLos Angeles

Aug 17

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

22h 35m

1 stop

CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl

$1,107

KLM

Nov 3

JNB11:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 37m

2 stops

LAS9:32 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Nov 12

LAS7:05 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

28h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,117

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Cape TownLos Angeles

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CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/27

8:50 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop32h 04m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

8:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$1,017

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/27

8:50 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop32h 04m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

8:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$1,018

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/5

11:15 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops31h 59m

Ontario

Wed 11/11

10:59 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 01m

$1,081

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/20

8:50 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop29h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/10

10:10 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$1,088

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

9:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/27

6:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 20m

$1,110

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

9:15 pm-4:44 pm

2 stops28h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/14

1:46 pm-10:25 am

2 stops34h 39m

$1,112

JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/5

9:15 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops30h 42m

Ontario

Tue 11/10

2:59 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 26m

$1,112

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/22

9:15 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops29h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 10/26

11:39 am-10:25 am

2 stops37h 46m

$1,113

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/5

6:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop26h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/13

12:45 pm-11:00 am

1 stop36h 15m

$1,113

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/20

5:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop26h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/30

7:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 30m

$1,115

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around $661.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa 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 $1,087 when searching weeks out. 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 $999 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 45m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to California takes 22h 45m

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 June 2026, there are 9 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?
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 South Africa to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,657 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $892	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,411 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,820 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $943	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 690 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Delta	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,403 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $976	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,047 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $991	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,527 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,107	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,302	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,586 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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