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Cheap flights from South Africa to Los Angeles from R10 142

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Feb 14 — Feb 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 353

One-way from

R10 142

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 286
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 2/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • South Africa to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 05m total
  • South Africa to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 849 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 170 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Mon 2/221:30
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/28:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/1R14 353
Sun 18/121:30
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop35h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 31/17:30
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop25h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 13/1R15 008
Thu 15/120:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop24h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 22/18:40
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1R15 123
Thu 19/320:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Wed 29/48:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1R15 139
Tue 20/120:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 28/110:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1R15 254
Mon 26/119:45
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 25/26:00
LAX
-
JNB
3 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1R15 500
Sun 1/219:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Sun 15/221:00
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 14/1R15 565
Sun 22/219:05
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 1/318:45
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/1R15 582
Thu 22/119:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Tue 27/115:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 15/1R15 598
Tue 10/219:35
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 55m
British Airways
Wed 18/221:00
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 13/1R15 631
Fri 4/921:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 10m
British Airways
Fri 11/920:55
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 13/1R15 647
Mon 26/119:35
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop34h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 25/219:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/1R15 664

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/3

20:50-17:27

3 stops29h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/4

8:15-17:10

2 stops23h 55m

R15 139

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

20:50-13:03

2 stops26h 13m

Los Angeles

Fri 24/4

8:25-17:10

1 stop23h 45m

R15 139

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

19:05-16:50

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

18:45-10:50

1 stop30h 05m

R15 582

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

20:15-17:35

1 stop30h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/3

20:10-10:30

1 stop29h 20m

R15 844

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

19:50-10:35

1 stop23h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/5

23:53-9:30

2 stops48h 37m

R15 877

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:00-15:35

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/3

11:40-8:35

2 stops35h 55m

R15 942

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

22:00-14:35

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 25/2

13:25-8:35

2 stops33h 10m

R15 975

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

20:50-14:58

2 stops28h 08m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

7:00-18:00

2 stops25h 00m

R15 975

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

22:00-15:50

1 stop27h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 25/2

21:00-7:35

1 stop24h 35m

R16 008

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

22:00-15:50

1 stop27h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 25/2

21:00-7:35

1 stop24h 35m

R16 008

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Los Angeles

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of R13 976). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 811). 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.

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 15 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Los Angeles, such as KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 163 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 169 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 676 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from South Africa?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles. It is only a 15,1 km journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Los Angeles?

    United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS can get you from South Africa to Los Angeles in just under 29h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 08m. There are 16069 km between South Africa and Los Angeles. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R9 568 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R10 883 and Turkish Airlines from R11 253 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Los Angeles?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Los Angeles, Cape Town Intl - Los Angeles or Hoedspruit - Los Angeles when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of R13 976). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 811). 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
LufthansaCheapestR10 756AverageR18 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR13 566AverageR17 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 447AverageR15 553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 673AverageR16 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 930AverageR16 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 035AverageR18 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 122AverageR17 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 168AverageR17 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 366AverageR18 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 548AverageR18 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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