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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 049

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Feb 17 — Feb 241
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 18 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 787

One-way from

R10 049

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 590
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 18/3-26/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 11m total
  • Los Angeles to Johannesburg
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13/5
  • 13/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 00m total
  • Los Angeles to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R12 877 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 18 January 2026.

Sun 1/221:55
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Delta
Tue 10/221:55
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 00m
Delta
Deal found 18/1R16 197
Sun 1/28:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/219:20
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R16 393
Wed 4/319:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
SWISS
Wed 11/320:15
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop30h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 18/1R16 852
Wed 4/36:00
LAX
-
JNB
3 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 11/319:45
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/1R16 918
Sat 18/422:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops36h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R16 934
Sun 1/25:50
LAX
-
JNB
3 stops26h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 10/222:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops29h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/1R17 000
Sun 10/520:45
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/512:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R17 361
Sun 19/422:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R17 672
Mon 30/311:40
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 22/419:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/1R18 098
Sun 12/420:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 13/518:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/1R18 377

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Los Angeles

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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 803

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 803

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 410

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 28/4

7:15-18:30

2 stops26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:00-13:10

1 stop27h 10m

R19 426

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 20/5

7:00-21:20

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R19 771

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 803

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

9:05-22:05

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

19:20-18:35

1 stop33h 15m

R19 803

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 20/2

7:00-18:35

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

19:45-18:45

2 stops33h 00m

R19 984

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 13/2

12:20-19:00

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

19:20-16:05

1 stop30h 45m

R20 033

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 16/5

21:00-11:05

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

23:15-11:50

1 stop45h 35m

R20 033

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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 16 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 967). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 984). 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 18 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
1 441 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
1 441 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 441 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 139 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 441 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
9 176 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 441 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
4 193 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 441 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
7 689 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 441 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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 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 and United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 25h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 40m. 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 932 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and British Airways, starting at R16 339 and R17 565 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 481. Qatar Airways flights start at R10 225 while deals on SWISS start at R12 184 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 967). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 984). 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
Sandton
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Potchefstroom
Edenvale
Middelburg

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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 18 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 932AverageR19 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 339AverageR18 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 565AverageR25 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 271AverageR22 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR20 713AverageR21 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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