What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to California . Flying to California in August will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Can I find cheaper flights to California if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to California?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?

Los Angeles is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Los Angeles typically cost R688, while return flights cost around R944.

How much is a return flight to California?

A return flight to California will typically cost around R2 353, however they can be found for as little as R834.

Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to California, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 35 minutes).

Does Los Angeles have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Los Angeles?

Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 2br Furn Home - Safe/Quiet/Clean So Bay Nr Bch/Lax is the closest property to Los Angeles (0,0 km away from Los Angeles).

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Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R21 403

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23:55-22:30

2 stops32h 35m

San Diego

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15:58-21:35

2 stops43h 37m

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JohannesburgBurbank

JNB - BUR

JNBBUR

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Sat 1/2

19:35-21:59

2 stops36h 24m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 8/2

8:35-18:35

2 stops48h 00m

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JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

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Wed 22/1

19:35-18:41

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

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6:45-18:35

2 stops25h 50m

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

19:35-17:46

2 stops32h 11m

Los Angeles

Thu 30/1

6:00-18:35

2 stops26h 35m

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JohannesburgOntario

JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

19:35-20:29

2 stops34h 54m

Ontario

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6:00-18:35

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

23:55-0:53

2 stops33h 58m

Los Angeles

Sun 23/3

16:25-9:15

2 stops31h 50m

R16 993

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

18:50-12:45

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 30/5

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

R16 993

JohannesburgLas Vegas

JNB - LAS

JNBLAS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/1

19:40-20:17

2 stops34h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 26/1

9:42-9:25

2 stops37h 43m

R17 227

JohannesburgSan Francisco

JNB - SFO

JNBSFO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

23:15-19:28

2 stops29h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 30/5

11:05-21:20

2 stops25h 15m

R17 389

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Travel insights for flights to California

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How long is the flight to California?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to California takes 31 hours 38 minutes. Flights to California from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to California?

Users looking for the lowest fares to California should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to California?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to California are Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and United Airlines.

Virgin Atlantic

From R840

British Airways

From R801

United Airlines

From R889

Air France

From R887

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to California are Etihad Airways, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.

Rainfall in California by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

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Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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1 / 10

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 329 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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1 / 10

Delta

8,0

Very Good

8 604 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

KLM

7,8

Good

1 349 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

SWISS

7,6

Good

1 606 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Can I find cheaper flights to California if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to California?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?
Los Angeles is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Los Angeles typically cost R688, while return flights cost around R944.
How much is a return flight to California?
A return flight to California will typically cost around R2 353, however they can be found for as little as R834.
Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to California, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 35 minutes).
Does Los Angeles have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Los Angeles?
Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 2br Furn Home - Safe/Quiet/Clean So Bay Nr Bch/Lax is the closest property to Los Angeles (0,0 km away from Los Angeles).

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