Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles from R10 355

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jul 20 — Jul 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 June 2026.

Tue 20/1018:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/1013:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops47h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6R18 274
Mon 3/819:25
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop25h 15m
British Airways
Thu 27/818:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 18/6R18 291
Sun 5/723:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop45h 35m
Delta
Tue 21/77:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops27h 05m
Delta
Deal found 19/6R18 307
Thu 16/723:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 36m
Delta
Wed 11/1122:59
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops37h 01m
Delta
Deal found 18/6R18 373
Tue 4/819:25
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 00m
British Airways
Mon 17/814:27
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 17/6R18 406
Tue 20/1017:55
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1019:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/6R18 521
Mon 3/819:25
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 00m
British Airways
Tue 18/811:23
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 37m
British Airways
Deal found 18/6R18 686

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 274

One-way from

R10 355

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 624
KLM
  • KLM
  • 20/10-30/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 80h 24m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 178 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 550 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

19:25-18:25

2 stops32h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

14:27-7:00

2 stops31h 33m

R18 406

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

21:15-15:43

2 stops27h 28m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

21:40-10:25

2 stops27h 45m

R18 719

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

17:55-11:40

1 stop26h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

19:30-11:00

1 stop30h 30m

R18 801

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

23:15-22:46

2 stops32h 31m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 26/7

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R19 789

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

23:15-23:53

2 stops33h 38m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 26/7

6:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R19 822

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

19:00-19:16

2 stops33h 16m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 22/7

5:45-18:30

2 stops27h 45m

R20 217

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

22:00-22:55

2 stops33h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 10/8

5:45-18:30

3 stops27h 45m

R21 024
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 13/7

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

R21 534
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

20:55-14:00

1 stop26h 05m

R11 228
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

21:45-13:20

1 stop24h 35m

R13 681

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (average of R8 594). Flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 360). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 20 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Los Angeles flights?

    In most cases, travellers flying to Los Angeles from Johannesburg will take off in O.R. Tambo International airport. This is the largest and busiest airport located in Johannesburg. The other airport that might take a traveller to Los Angeles is Lanseria International Airport. This is a smaller and quieter airport that flies into Los Angeles. Once reaching the destination, most passengers will move into Los Angeles through Los Angeles International Airport. It is about 30 kilometers from downtown in Westchester. This airport is a hub for many airlines including United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta Air Lines.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Unfortunately, currently there are no direct, nonstop flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg. However, passengers looking to go to Los Angeles can instead choose an indirect, stopover flight from several airlines like Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Virgin Atlantic. These flights have a wide range of prices and may take you from Johannesburg to Los Angeles in about 23h 20m-26h 55m, depending on which is chosen. Keep in mind that most of the time, the least expensive flights are the ones that take a bit longer to reach Los Angeles Airport.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    When taking a flight into Los Angeles with a single stop, there are several different options. These flights can touch down in all sorts of locations including Abu Dhabi International Airport, Hamad International Airport, or Hong Kong International Airport. Many flights touch down more than once. These flights typically take longer to reach Los Angeles and are about the same price as a single stop flight. One of the available flights stops down in Dubai Airport and San Francisco International Airport, while another has stops in Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and Beijing Capital Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Visiting Los Angeles from Johannesburg requires having both a passport and visa. The passport must have at least two empty pages.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Johannesburg. On average, Los Angeles has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 13 airlines. Los Angeles Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15,1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Los Angeles will take you 26h 45m. The distance from Johannesburg to Los Angeles is about 16694 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at R13 425, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and SWISS - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R13 969 and R14 565, respectively. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles are Qatar Airways (R10 027), Singapore Airlines (R10 232), and Turkish Airlines (R11 693).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Royal Albert Hall, Tower Bridge, and Trafalgar Square. Travellers on a stopover London can visit Royal Albert Hall, Tower Bridge, and Trafalgar Square, by traveling 19,6 km, 26,6 km, and 23,1 km, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Travellers can book a car hire at London Heathrow for about R512 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Paris?

    Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and Place des Vosges are the most popular attractions in Paris if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and Place des Vosges are located about 25,4 km, 23,0 km, and 22,1 km, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Los Angeles flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (average of R8 594). Flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 360). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 425AverageR20 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 969AverageR15 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapestR14 565AverageR18 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 675AverageR16 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 951AverageR15 922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 174AverageR16 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 653AverageR18 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 676AverageR17 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR15 736AverageR18 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 757AverageR17 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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