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6:55 pm - 10:45 amLAX-JNB
29h 50m1 stop
7:05 pm - 11:05 amJNB-LAX
26h 00m1 stop
$923Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 13
1:40 pm - 10:35 amLAX-JNB
35h 55m1 stop
5:50 pm - 11:45 amJNB-LAX
26h 55m1 stop
$950Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Apr 7 - Thu, May 15
2:45 pm - 3:55 amSFO-JNB
27h 10m1 stop
1:20 pm - 12:35 pmJNB-SFO
33h 15m1 stop
$998Qatar Airways
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Mon, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 3
7:00 am - 3:55 amSFO-JNB
34h 55m2 stops
8:00 pm - 12:35 pmJNB-SFO
26h 35m1 stop
$1,056Qatar Airways
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Mon, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 3
12:20 am - 7:40 amLAX-JNB
46h 20m1 stop
11:05 am - 9:55 pmJNB-LAX
43h 50m1 stop
$1,061Cathay Pacific
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Sat, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 22
10:50 pm - 12:15 amSFO-JNB
39h 25m2 stops
5:00 pm - 12:52 pmJNB-SFO
29h 52m2 stops
$1,079Kenya Airways
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Sat, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 4
10:50 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-JNB
32h 00m2 stops
5:00 pm - 3:21 pmJNB-SFO
31h 21m2 stops
$1,083
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Tue, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 30
4:10 pm - 10:55 amSFO-JNB
56h 45m2 stops
1:15 am - 12:52 pmJNB-SFO
45h 37m2 stops
$1,087Kenya Airways
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Thu, Feb 20 - Tue, Feb 25
12:25 pm - 7:40 amLAX-JNB
34h 15m1 stop
11:20 am - 10:35 pmJNB-LAX
44h 15m1 stop
$1,111Cathay Pacific
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Wed, May 21 - Sat, Jun 7
10:50 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-JNB
31h 10m2 stops
8:40 am - 12:52 pmJNB-SFO
38h 12m2 stops
$1,155
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Mon, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 27
9:41 am - 7:40 amSJC-JNB
59h 59m2 stops
Tue, Feb 4
11:36 am - 7:40 amSJC-JNB
58h 04m3 stops
Tue, Feb 4
1:00 pm - 10:45 amLAX-JNB
35h 45m1 stop
$689Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15
1:00 pm - 10:50 amLAX-JNB
35h 50m1 stop
$726Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Jan 17
9:20 pm - 9:20 amLAX-JNB
27h 00m2 stops
Wed, Apr 30
8:25 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
29h 00m1 stop
$770SWISS
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Thu, Mar 13
6:25 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
31h 00m2 stops
$788SWISS
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Thu, Mar 13
8:05 am - 8:35 amLAX-JNB
38h 30m2 stops
$789Etihad Airways
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Wed, Jan 15
7:00 am - 8:35 amSFO-JNB
40h 35m2 stops
$847Brussels Airlines
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Wed, May 7
12:59 am - 8:35 amLAX-JNB
45h 36m2 stops
$9,261Etihad Airways
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Fri, Dec 27
12:20 am - 6:35 pmLAX-JNB
32h 15m2 stops
11:55 pm - 4:30 pmJNB-LAX
26h 35m1 stop
$1,639
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Fri, Dec 27 - Tue, Jan 28
12:45 am - 6:35 pmLAX-JNB
31h 50m2 stops
7:35 pm - 10:32 amJNB-LAX
48h 57m2 stops
$1,667
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Fri, Dec 27 - Tue, Jan 28
8:40 pm - 10:20 amSFO-JNB
27h 40m1 stop
9:15 pm - 10:07 pmJNB-SFO
34h 52m2 stops
$1,852British Airways
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Tue, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 26
8:40 pm - 10:20 amSFO-JNB
27h 40m1 stop
7:25 pm - 3:00 pmJNB-SFO
29h 35m1 stop
$1,939British Airways
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Tue, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 26
5:15 pm - 10:20 amLAX-JNB
31h 05m1 stop
7:25 pm - 6:25 pmJNB-LAX
33h 00m1 stop
$1,972American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 26
12:59 am - 6:35 pmLAS-JNB
31h 36m2 stops
10:00 pm - 6:24 pmJNB-LAS
30h 24m2 stops
$1,981United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 25
11:40 am - 6:35 pmLAX-JNB
20h 55m1 stop
3:05 pm - 11:32 amJNB-LAX
30h 27m2 stops
$1,986United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 25 - Mon, Jan 13
10:00 pm - 10:20 amLAX-JNB
26h 20m2 stops
9:15 pm - 8:25 pmJNB-LAX
33h 10m1 stop
$2,029American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 26
7:10 pm - 10:25 amLAX-JNB
29h 15m1 stop
8:25 pm - 4:30 pmJNB-LAX
30h 05m1 stop
$2,107SWISS
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Wed, Dec 25 - Mon, Jan 13
7:25 pm - 10:25 amSFO-JNB
29h 00m1 stop
9:05 am - 4:25 pmJNB-SFO
41h 20m1 stop
$2,798SWISS
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Tue, Dec 24 - Wed, Jan 1

Cathay Pacific flights from California to Johannesburg

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Cathay Pacific
Mar 15
LAX12:20 amLos Angeles
46h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 22
JNB11:05 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
43h 50m
1 stop
LAX9:55 pmLos Angeles
Cathay Pacific
May 21
LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles
34h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 7
JNB11:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
44h 15m
1 stop
LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles
Cathay Pacific
Apr 13
LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles
34h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 20
JNB11:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
43h 55m
1 stop
LAX10:15 pmLos Angeles

KLM flights from California to Johannesburg

Our best KLM deals on California to Johannesburg flight tickets
KLM
Mar 16
SFO11:09 amSan Francisco
25h 51m
2 stops
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 30
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 42m
2 stops
SFO7:57 pmSan Francisco
KLM
Feb 1
LAX1:45 pmLos Angeles
22h 15m
1 stop
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 16
JNB11:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 05m
2 stops
LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles
KLM
Jan 17
LAX1:45 pmLos Angeles
22h 15m
1 stop
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 24
JNB11:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 10m
2 stops
LAX11:05 pmLos Angeles

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Johannesburg

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from California is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,035, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,044.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg 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. 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 Johannesburg on Friday is $1,474.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,244. Flying to Johannesburg in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is at noon when prices are around $1,506.

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

We recommend purchasing flights from California to Johannesburg 19 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Johannesburg for $1,345. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $897.

Can stopping save me money on California to Johannesburg flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Johannesburg flight.

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Best Price Found

$660

Fastest flight time

20h 14m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Johannesburg

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from California in the past 72 hours is $660. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $923.
The fastest flight from California to Johannesburg takes 20h 14m
There are no direct flights from California to Johannesburg. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Jose Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, San Francisco Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
There is 1 airport near Johannesburg: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Johannesburg?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Johannesburg?

    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 Johannesburg.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg 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. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from California to Johannesburg

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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $793Free CancellationRating
7.5
668 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $875Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,501 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $898Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,900 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $915Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $919Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,594 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
6.8
278 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $935Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,028 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $942Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,605 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $952Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,815 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $969Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,342 reviews
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Can I find flights from California to Johannesburg with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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