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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to South Africa from R9 245

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Mar 20 — Mar 271
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 18 February 2026.

Sun 10/520:45
LAX
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JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops38h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R15 494
Sun 16/80:15
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/2R15 558
Tue 24/313:59
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops40h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/417:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2R15 671
Mon 31/80:15
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 15/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/2R15 895
Mon 20/423:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 27/419:50
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops50h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/2R16 103
Wed 22/721:50
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 12/819:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop35h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/2R16 231
Tue 7/415:30
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/417:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R16 424
Mon 4/514:20
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops43h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 11/519:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop34h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/2R16 440
Tue 1/912:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2R16 472
Sun 17/520:55
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop34h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/2R16 568
Tue 14/423:30
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops48h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 30/410:40
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops41h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/2R18 154
Wed 4/310:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 12/320:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/2R18 186

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 18 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 494

One-way from

R9 245

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 516
10/5-18/5
  • 10/5-18/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 19m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R10 572 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 182 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 18 February 2026.
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Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

12:20-19:15

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

21:30-20:28

1 stop31h 58m

R18 186

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 17/5

23:30-9:25

2 stops48h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

10:40-19:10

2 stops41h 30m

R18 250

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 13/5

20:55-9:25

2 stops75h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

10:40-21:20

2 stops43h 40m

R18 250

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

23:30-9:25

2 stops48h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

10:40-21:20

2 stops43h 40m

R18 250

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

7:00-16:10

2 stops23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

20:50-15:35

2 stops27h 45m

R18 266

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

8:00-19:15

2 stops25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

21:30-12:15

1 stop23h 45m

R18 266

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

21:55-19:15

1 stop35h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

21:30-18:41

1 stop30h 11m

R18 314

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Fri 6/3

17:30-19:15

1 stop39h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

21:30-12:15

1 stop23h 45m

R18 314

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

15:25-5:50

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

23:45-12:45

1 stop46h 00m

R18 427

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Thu 5/3

15:25-5:50

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

8:00-12:45

1 stop37h 45m

R18 443

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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 R12 963). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R19 548). 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 18 February 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
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 169 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
9 315 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
4 223 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
7 751 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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

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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 16069 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 290), Qatar Airways (R9 994), and SWISS (R11 909).

  • 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 R12 963). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R19 548). 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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Discover the top 5 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 18 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 572AverageR18 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 970AverageR17 703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 168AverageR25 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 858AverageR21 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR18 101AverageR21 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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