What is the cheapest month to fly to Southern California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Southern California . Flying to Southern California in October 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 Southern 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 Southern California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Southern California?

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

How much is a return flight to Southern California?

A return flight to Southern California will typically cost around R96, however they can be found for as little as R96.

Where does the fastest flight to Southern California depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Southern 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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Flights to Southern California in 2025

Return from	R18 012
One-way from	R11 636
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R20 207

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Johannesburg to Los Angeles

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Fri 11/720:05LAX - JNB

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Deal found 14/4R18 334

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Deal found 14/4R20 850

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1 stop29h 15mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 14/4R18 334

Thu 8/518:50JNB - LAX

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1 stop35h 50mDelta

Deal found 15/4R18 447

Thu 8/518:50JNB - LAX

1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 15/513:50LAX - JNB

1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/4R18 523

Wed 30/421:20JNB - LAX

2 stops32h 10mUnited Airlines

Sun 7/90:56LAX - JNB

2 stops31h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 14/4R20 302

Thu 29/519:35JNB - LAX

1 stop29h 55mSWISS

Thu 5/616:45LAX - JNB

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Deal found 15/4R20 699

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2 stops31h 37mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 14/4R20 699

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Deal found 15/4R25 297

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Thu 29/519:10JNB - LAX

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1 stop43h 10mEmirates

Deal found 14/4R27 983

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1 stop28h 45mSWISS

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1 stop27h 00mBrussels Airlines

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1 stop28h 55mBrussels Airlines

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Wed 23/421:15JNB - LAX

1 stop29h 20mBritish Airways

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1 stop25h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/4R32 486

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Wed 30/420:40JNB - LAX

1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/4R11 636

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Deal found 15/4R12 790

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2 stops30h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/4R12 866

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Deal found 14/4R13 604

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1 stop25h 30mAir France

Deal found 15/4R15 969

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2 stops31h 16mDelta

Deal found 14/4R16 101

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Deal found 14/4R17 388

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Deal found 15/4R18 145

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Deal found 14/4R18 410

Mon 2/614:30JNB - LAX

3 stops33h 59mEthiopian Air

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Sun 27/7

17:55-22:25

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20:05-10:20

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

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Thu 8/5

18:50-17:30

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Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

22:50-19:40

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R18 447

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

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Thu 8/5

18:50-11:20

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

R18 523

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

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Wed 30/4

21:20-20:30

2 stops32h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/9

0:56-17:45

2 stops31h 49m

R20 302

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/4

18:50-16:52

2 stops31h 02m

San Diego

Wed 7/5

9:47-19:40

2 stops24h 53m

R20 415

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

19:35-16:30

1 stop29h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/6

16:45-9:20

2 stops55h 35m

R20 491

JohannesburgSan Diego

JNB - SAN

JNBSAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

21:15-22:49

2 stops34h 34m

San Diego

Sat 4/10

19:50-9:25

1 stop28h 35m

R20 699

JohannesburgSanta Ana

JNB - SNA

JNBSNA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

21:15-21:17

2 stops33h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 12/10

16:48-9:25

2 stops31h 37m

R20 699

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

21:15-17:35

1 stop29h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 26/5

20:05-9:25

1 stop28h 20m

R20 850

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How long is the flight to Southern California?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Southern California takes 28 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Southern 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 Southern California?

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Southern California?

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

Virgin Atlantic

From R914

British Airways

From R939

United Airlines

From R901

Air France

From R902

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southern California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Southern California are SWISS, Lufthansa and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Southern California by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southern 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 Southern California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Southern California by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southern 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 Southern California

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta to Southern California by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Emirates

8,0

Very Good

3 198 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 917 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 323 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Austrian Airlines

7,6

Good

775 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

FAQs about flying to Southern California

Can I find cheaper flights to Southern 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 Southern California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Southern California?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Southern California.
How much is a return flight to Southern California?
A return flight to Southern California will typically cost around R96, however they can be found for as little as R96.
Where does the fastest flight to Southern California depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Southern 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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