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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 537

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Jun 22 — Jun 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 23 May 2026.

Tue 3/1122:50
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops28h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/1114:30
JNB
-
LAX
3 stops34h 39m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R21 148
Fri 25/921:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 7/1014:30
JNB
-
LAX
3 stops33h 54m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R21 296
Sat 12/916:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 25/914:45
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R21 313
Wed 18/1117:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/1114:30
JNB
-
LAX
3 stops34h 39m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R21 329
Wed 12/821:50
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 2/1113:40
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop40h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/5R21 461
Mon 15/617:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Egyptair
Sun 21/621:45
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 19/5R21 543
Fri 4/912:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops50h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 22/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops48h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/5R21 593
Fri 23/1016:20
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/1120:20
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R21 609
Mon 17/86:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops37h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/920:55
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R21 626

Find 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 23 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 148

One-way from

R11 537

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R20 671
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 3/11-25/11
  • 5 total stops
  • 62h 54m total
  • Los Angeles to Johannesburg
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 40m total
  • Los Angeles to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R6 496 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 901 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo 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 23 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 12/8

21:50-19:20

1 stop36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:40-10:55

2 stops31h 15m

R21 658

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 7/9

23:30-19:20

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

20:25-21:50

1 stop34h 25m

R21 905
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 5/11

15:10-3:55

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

20:20-12:50

1 stop26h 30m

R22 531

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 16/8

0:05-19:20

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

13:45-12:50

2 stops32h 05m

R22 547

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

9:25-4:00

2 stops33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

14:45-14:00

1 stop32h 15m

R23 600

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 16/11

11:55-3:55

2 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

20:10-16:59

2 stops30h 49m

R24 785

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 18/11

6:10-8:20

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

9:50-16:21

2 stops40h 31m

R24 818

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 14/8

16:40-5:30

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

19:10-14:15

1 stop28h 05m

R27 929

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 27/6

16:20-4:00

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

20:55-12:56

2 stops49h 01m

R30 348

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 16/11

15:10-14:20

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

3:10-12:50

2 stops43h 40m

R30 825

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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?

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 66 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R19 420). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 678). 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 Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 23 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andBritish Airways 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
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 394 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 995 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Los Angeles 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. 3 airlines have flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Los Angeles 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?

    Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways can get you from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 30h. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 30m. 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 R13 932 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and British Airways, starting at R18 592 and R18 900 round-trip. These flights start at 36% 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R11 124. SWISS flights start at R12 174 while deals on Virgin Atlantic start at R12 908 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R19 420). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 678). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 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 23 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 932AverageR17 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR18 592AverageR21 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 900AverageR28 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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