Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles from R11 664

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
May 9 — May 161
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 9 April 2026.

Mon 25/518:00
JNB
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LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 8/620:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/4R16 307
Mon 25/518:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/620:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R16 749
Tue 19/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 50m
British Airways
Tue 26/516:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 4/4R16 766
Thu 19/1122:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 25m
British Airways
Mon 23/1113:11
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 24m
British Airways
Deal found 4/4R16 782
Mon 25/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 20m
British Airways
Mon 8/618:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 7/4R17 307
Mon 27/421:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/518:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R17 652
Wed 10/621:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 00m
British Airways
Wed 17/621:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4R17 750
Sat 23/517:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 31/820:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/4R17 832
Mon 25/519:25
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 27m
British Airways
Tue 9/621:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 8/4R17 865

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 307

One-way from

R11 664

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 406
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 25/5-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 18/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R26 061 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 435 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:25-18:15

1 stop31h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 26/5

16:30-7:00

1 stop29h 30m

R16 766

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:25-16:45

2 stops30h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/6

18:05-9:25

1 stop30h 20m

R17 307

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:25-14:50

1 stop28h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/6

22:30-9:25

2 stops25h 55m

R17 652

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

9:45-14:20

2 stops37h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 13/5

9:36-8:15

2 stops37h 39m

R20 966
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 30/9

17:35-8:25

2 stops29h 50m

R21 573

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

20:25-20:18

2 stops32h 53m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 29/5

7:35-21:20

2 stops28h 45m

R22 557

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

20:25-17:45

1 stop30h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 7/8

17:45-8:50

2 stops30h 05m

R23 459

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

19:00-19:15

2 stops33h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 29/5

23:30-8:35

2 stops48h 05m

R24 575

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

20:25-18:05

2 stops30h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

7:35-21:20

2 stops28h 45m

R24 690

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

10:05-14:15

1 stop37h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 30/5

16:40-20:35

1 stop42h 55m

R25 559

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 87 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (average of R14 256). Flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 880). 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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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 9 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited 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.

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 31h 50m. The distance from Johannesburg to Los Angeles is about 16694 km.

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

    Currently priced at R13 378, 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 920 and R14 699, respectively. These flights start at 22% 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 (R9 940), Singapore Airlines (R10 196), and Turkish Airlines (R11 790).

  • 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 Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall. Travellers on a stopover London can visit Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall, by traveling 16,2 km, 23,5 km, and 19,6 km, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Travellers can book a car hire at London Heathrow for about R826 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. Those landing in Paris looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R1 456 per day.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (average of R14 256). Flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 880). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 378AverageR20 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 920AverageR15 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapestR14 699AverageR22 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 944AverageR15 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 036AverageR16 696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 202AverageR16 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 415AverageR17 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 621AverageR20 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR15 681AverageR17 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 751AverageR17 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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