Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles from R8 913
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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 10 November 2026.
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Best flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Los Angeles that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 November 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Data last updated 10 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 November 2026.
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Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Los Angeles
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (average of R16 247). Flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles in August is currently the most expensive (average of R22 644). 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Los Angeles flights typically cost between R15 836 and R20 029 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 375 on British Airways (Jan 19–Feb 2).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?
Booking 90 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 10 November 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways 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.
It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
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 (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Johannesburg. On average, Los Angeles has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 11 airlines. 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 27h 50m. 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 R12 829, 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 Virgin Atlantic - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R13 986 and R14 466, respectively. These flights start at 30% 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 112), Turkish Airlines (R10 794), and Emirates (R13 310).
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?
Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Los Angeles stopover in London most frequently. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Paris comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg to Los Angeles flights.
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 Piccadilly Circus. Travellers on a stopover London can visit Royal Albert Hall, Tower Bridge, and Piccadilly Circus, by traveling 19,6 km, 26,6 km, and 22,7 km, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Travellers can book a car hire at London Heathrow for about R490 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?
Johannesburg to Los Angeles flights have a stopover in Istanbul least often. Paris is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles.
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (average of R16 247). Flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles in August is currently the most expensive (average of R22 644). 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.
Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles
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