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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 368

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Feb 16 — Feb 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 17 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 771

One-way from

R10 368

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 574
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 22/2-26/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 23m total
  • Los Angeles to Johannesburg
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16/3
  • 16/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 45m total
  • Los Angeles to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R12 959 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 598 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 Los Angeles to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2026.

Sun 22/222:41
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 44m
British Airways
Thu 26/319:35
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 14/1R18 771
Mon 2/1121:50
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Delta
Wed 25/1121:55
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops26h 22m
Delta
Deal found 15/1R18 787
Tue 12/57:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 30m
Lufthansa
Mon 18/519:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/1R18 820
Fri 13/212:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Delta
Sun 1/319:20
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 15m
Delta
Deal found 15/1R18 837
Thu 5/313:45
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Fri 13/319:20
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 15/1R18 853
Thu 29/114:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 2/322:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 57m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/1R18 869
Wed 11/211:40
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop20h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 19/219:45
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1R18 902
Fri 21/822:55
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R18 935
Mon 17/814:20
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops43h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops50h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/1R18 951
Thu 20/80:15
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop44h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 1/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/1R18 968
Sun 15/29:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/219:20
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1R18 984
Sun 25/109:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops27h 35m
KLM
Wed 4/1123:59
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 32m
KLM
Deal found 16/1R19 017

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Los Angeles

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 19/4

18:30-11:05

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

23:15-11:50

1 stop45h 35m

R18 787

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 20/5

16:45-21:20

1 stop43h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R18 787

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 13/2

12:20-19:00

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

19:20-18:35

2 stops33h 15m

R18 837

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

7:00-18:35

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:45-13:05

1 stop27h 20m

R19 393

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 20/2

6:40-18:35

2 stops25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:45-14:05

1 stop27h 20m

R19 393

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

6:40-18:35

2 stops25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

19:45-14:05

1 stop27h 20m

R19 393

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 9/2

5:50-18:35

3 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

19:45-18:45

2 stops33h 00m

R19 574

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

18:20-12:10

1 stop31h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

23:59-11:45

1 stop45h 46m

R19 721

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 14/2

10:25-22:05

2 stops25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

19:20-18:35

1 stop33h 15m

R19 787

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 22/4

15:05-8:20

3 stops56h 15m

R11 318

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R14 955). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 966). 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 17 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Cathay Pacific, andUnited Airlines from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

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
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 133 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 166 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 183 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 684 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

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 Los Angeles to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 15,1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 5 airlines have flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

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

    KLM, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16694 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R15 919 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and British Airways, starting at R16 325 and R17 550 round-trip. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 474. Qatar Airways flights start at R10 216 while deals on SWISS start at R12 173 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to OR Tambo 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 Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R14 955). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 966). 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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Travelling to a place near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Book flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Edenvale
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Top 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. 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 17 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 919AverageR19 510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 325AverageR18 096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 550AverageR25 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 255AverageR22 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR21 169AverageR22 245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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