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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to South Africa from R12 365

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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Mon 4/520:36
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/617:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4R18 015
Wed 6/520:31
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4R18 458
Mon 4/523:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/51:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops64h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4R18 572
Mon 11/522:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops41h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 26/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops48h 27m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/4R18 720
Tue 1/913:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/917:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/4R18 818
Tue 25/86:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops67h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops29h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4R18 851
Mon 4/521:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops41h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sun 24/51:15
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops65h 38m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/4R19 342
Wed 12/86:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops48h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 1/111:35
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops44h 59m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R19 440
Sat 9/522:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops41h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 25/512:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops53h 17m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R19 457
Wed 6/520:31
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4R19 588
Mon 11/523:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops29h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4R19 637
Thu 3/913:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 13/916:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/4R20 488

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 015

One-way from

R12 365

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R23 338
4/5-27/5
  • 4/5-27/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 34m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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24/8
  • 24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R6 687 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 054 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to South Africa 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 17 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 6/10

6:10-8:20

2 stops41h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

9:50-21:08

2 stops44h 18m

R22 274

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 10/8

0:05-19:20

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:40-10:55

2 stops31h 15m

R22 454

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

21:00-0:15

2 stops66h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

1:15-16:05

2 stops47h 50m

R22 749

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 8/8

21:00-15:50

2 stops57h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

12:10-16:05

2 stops60h 55m

R22 749

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 24/9

6:00-18:30

3 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

19:00-18:09

2 stops32h 09m

R23 027

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 12/5

0:55-18:30

2 stops32h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

19:00-15:34

2 stops29h 34m

R23 191

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 14/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R23 338

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

10:15-18:30

1 stop23h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:00-13:10

1 stop27h 10m

R24 190
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 12/10

5:55-17:50

2 stops26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

21:30-11:55

1 stop23h 25m

R24 239

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 14/9

13:50-5:50

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

23:15-11:50

1 stop45h 35m

R24 370

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

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R11 039). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 934). 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines from Los Angeles to South Africa 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
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 602 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 888 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to South Africa. 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 South Africa?

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

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

    Departing from Los Angeles to South Africa will take you 34h 15m. There are 16694 km between Los Angeles and South Africa. 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 Los Angeles to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Los Angeles to South Africa are Qatar Airways (R11 070), SWISS (R12 115), and Virgin Atlantic (R12 845).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Los Angeles to South Africa are Los Angeles Los Angeles - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Los Angeles Los Angeles - Cape Town Intl and Los Angeles Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R11 039). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 934). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Los Angeles to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to South Africa. 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 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 864AverageR18 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR18 501AverageR21 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 808AverageR23 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR21 804AverageR24 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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