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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to South Africa from R12 965

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
May 29 — Jun 51
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 29 April 2026.

Thu 1/1013:45
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1017:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R19 803
Thu 1/1015:25
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1012:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R19 869
Tue 1/922:25
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R20 084
Mon 28/920:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/1018:00
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 118
Tue 1/913:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/917:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 151
Fri 28/816:20
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R20 267
Sat 12/923:40
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops50h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 349
Wed 12/86:00
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops48h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 8/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/4R20 366
Thu 1/1012:20
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/1017:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops48h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/4R20 399
Tue 20/1020:10
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 6/1119:05
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 432
Thu 3/913:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 13/916:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/4R22 220
Thu 3/923:30
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops48h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 13/910:40
CPT
-
LAX
3 stops35h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 386

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 803

One-way from

R12 965

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R23 611
1/10-15/10
  • 1/10-15/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 35m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 25m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R7 101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 089 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 29 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to South Africa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 8/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R22 783

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 22/8

21:00-15:50

2 stops33h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

12:10-16:05

2 stops36h 55m

R22 982

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 27/8

14:20-9:25

3 stops58h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

10:40-12:50

3 stops35h 10m

R24 108

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 26/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/10

17:00-14:00

2 stops54h 00m

R24 489

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

16:20-10:15

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

15:20-14:00

2 stops31h 40m

R25 416

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 25/7

0:05-19:20

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

20:25-22:10

1 stop34h 45m

R26 062

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 12/7

19:09-10:35

3 stops54h 26m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 20/7

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R26 095

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 17/7

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 8/8

12:05-23:06

3 stops44h 01m

R26 277

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 8/9

10:47-4:00

2 stops32h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

14:40-14:00

3 stops32h 20m

R26 492

Los AngelesNelspruit

LAX - MQP

LAXMQP

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 27/9

16:20-19:05

2 stops41h 45m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Thu 1/10

17:20-14:00

2 stops53h 40m

R26 989

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to South Africa is 49 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 160). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R17 121). 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 29 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

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
1 512 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

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
4 346 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 677 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

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
7 937 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

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

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 33h 15m. There are 17093 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 191), SWISS (R12 248), and Virgin Atlantic (R12 986).

  • 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 160). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R17 121). 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 29 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 016AverageR18 659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR18 704AverageR22 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 014AverageR24 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR22 044AverageR25 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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