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Cheap flights from South Africa to Los Angeles from R11 466

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jan 21 — Jan 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

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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 22 December 2025.

Thu 25/1221:30CPT - LAX
1 stop32h 36mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 31/18:30LAX - CPT
1 stop24h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/12R14 684
Mon 22/1222:00JNB - LAX
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 29/1221:00LAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/12R16 092
Thu 25/1221:30CPT - LAX
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/111:12LAX - CPT
2 stops25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12R16 176
Mon 22/1222:00JNB - LAX
2 stops29h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/125:00LAX - JNB
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/12R16 360
Thu 25/1220:50CPT - LAX
2 stops28h 41mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/10:55LAX - CPT
2 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/12R16 360
Mon 22/1223:50JNB - LAX
2 stops30h 53mDelta
Mon 29/1222:59LAX - JNB
1 stop34h 01mDelta
Deal found 20/12R16 478
Mon 22/1220:50CPT - LAX
1 stop24h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:40LAX - CPT
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12R16 494
Sun 28/127:55CPT - LAX
1 stop39h 15mDelta
Sun 1/216:35LAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mDelta
Deal found 20/12R16 746
Thu 25/1222:00JNB - LAX
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/17:01LAX - JNB
2 stops25h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/12R18 171
Thu 25/1221:30JNB - LAX
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/17:20LAX - JNB
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12R21 222
Wed 31/127:55CPT - LAX
2 stops36h 30mDelta
Fri 16/122:30LAX - CPT
1 stop27h 35mDelta
Deal found 21/12R21 792
Mon 22/1219:35JNB - LAX
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/114:05LAX - JNB
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12R22 009

Find 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 22 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 338

One-way from

R11 466

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 394
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 19/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 18m total
  • South Africa to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 05m total
  • South Africa to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 218 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 267 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

21:30-18:45

1 stop31h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 28/1

11:12-19:15

1 stop22h 03m

R14 936

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-23:51

1 stop36h 21m

Los Angeles

Sat 31/1

7:30-19:15

1 stop25h 45m

R15 355

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:05-16:50

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 27/2

18:45-10:50

1 stop30h 05m

R15 975

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:05-11:10

1 stop26h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/3

14:05-10:50

1 stop35h 45m

R16 042

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:05-16:50

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 30/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop29h 20m

R16 042

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

21:55-23:51

1 stop35h 56m

Los Angeles

Wed 25/3

12:23-8:10

2 stops34h 47m

R16 176

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-23:51

1 stop36h 21m

Los Angeles

Sat 31/1

11:12-22:50

2 stops25h 38m

R16 176

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-20:16

2 stops33h 26m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

12:20-19:15

1 stop20h 55m

R16 310

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

22:00-15:50

1 stop27h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

15:30-10:25

1 stop32h 55m

R16 327

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-20:44

2 stops33h 54m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

7:01-18:00

2 stops24h 59m

R16 327

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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 R14 299). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 142). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 22 December 2025.
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
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 102 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 107 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 602 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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?

    Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from South Africa to Los Angeles in just under 31h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 39m. 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 522 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R9 834 and Singapore Airlines from R11 134 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 R14 299). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 142). 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
LufthansaCheapestR11 004AverageR19 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR13 936AverageR17 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 783AverageR16 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 285AverageR16 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 326AverageR16 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 364AverageR18 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 510AverageR17 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 579AverageR18 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 721AverageR18 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 968AverageR19 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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