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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to South Africa from R10 131

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Feb 26 — Mar 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 27 January 2026.

Tue 21/420:45
LAX
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JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/417:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R14 988
Tue 7/423:59
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/417:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1R16 367
Sun 19/420:45
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/512:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1R16 783
Thu 16/422:05
LAX
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JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/417:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1R17 008
Sun 19/422:05
LAX
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JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/412:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1R17 024
Thu 16/415:30
LAX
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JNB
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/412:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1R17 216
Tue 17/222:50
LAX
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JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/317:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R17 264
Sat 7/223:20
LAX
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JNB
2 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/217:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1R17 408
Tue 17/222:50
LAX
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JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/217:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R17 425
Wed 14/1023:59
LAX
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JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1017:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1R17 441
Tue 1/914:20
LAX
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JNB
2 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R17 553
Tue 6/1023:59
LAX
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JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1117:00
JNB
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LAX
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1R17 873

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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 988

One-way from

R10 131

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 156
21/4-30/4
  • 21/4-30/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 15m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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26/4
  • 26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R12 596 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 345 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 January 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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Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 19/4

23:30-18:35

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:50-19:10

1 stop32h 20m

R18 194

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 6/2

11:40-18:35

1 stop20h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

22:00-14:58

2 stops26h 58m

R18 258

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

13:45-22:05

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

23:59-11:45

1 stop45h 46m

R18 418

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 7/2

17:45-12:10

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

23:59-11:45

1 stop45h 46m

R18 418

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 20/5

18:30-11:05

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R18 418

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

8:00-22:05

2 stops28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

23:59-11:45

1 stop45h 46m

R18 482

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

9:05-22:05

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

23:59-12:45

1 stop45h 46m

R18 482

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 7/2

8:00-22:05

2 stops28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

23:59-11:45

1 stop45h 46m

R18 482

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

16:10-10:55

2 stops33h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 16/3

12:25-13:50

2 stops34h 25m

R18 611

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 25/2

9:05-22:05

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

23:59-20:33

2 stops30h 34m

R18 659

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R13 016). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R19 380). 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 27 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Cathay Pacific, 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
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
1 144 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
9 206 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
4 206 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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
7 702 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to South Africa?

    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 20h 55m. 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 Cathay Pacific (R8 293), Qatar Airways (R9 998), and SWISS (R11 914).

  • 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 - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Los Angeles - Cape Town Intl.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R13 016). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R19 380). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 579AverageR18 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 976AverageR17 710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 175AverageR25 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 866AverageR21 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR20 254AverageR21 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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