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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to South Africa from R11 096

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 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Apr 19 — Apr 261
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 20 March 2026.

Tue 14/423:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3R16 535
Sun 16/80:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/3R17 008
Thu 27/80:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops50h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/3R17 210
Thu 20/80:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 5/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/3R17 717
Mon 11/520:45
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3R17 768
Thu 30/421:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops31h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3R17 920
Mon 4/522:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3R18 038
Tue 14/420:45
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops36h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3R18 055
Thu 20/80:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 7/913:45
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop41h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/3R18 072
Tue 12/513:58
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops49h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/512:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops40h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3R18 105
Mon 7/923:30
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/3R18 122
Mon 24/820:10
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/916:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/3R19 305

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 20 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 535

One-way from

R11 096

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R20 588
14/4-7/5
  • 14/4-7/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 55m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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16/8
  • 16/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 40m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R11 176 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 807 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 20 March 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

9:50-10:35

3 stops39h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 22/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R21 331
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 16/5

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R21 399

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 23/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R21 838

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

7:15-19:40

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

20:25-21:50

2 stops34h 25m

R22 074

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 30/4

10:00-10:35

3 stops39h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 22/5

12:05-19:13

3 stops40h 08m

R22 311

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 21/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R22 514

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 22/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R22 514

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

16:20-12:50

2 stops35h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 25/5

16:30-14:00

2 stops30h 30m

R22 531

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 17/4

23:20-19:40

2 stops35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R22 615

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/9

7:00-10:35

3 stops42h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 24/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R22 936

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R13 106). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 010). 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 20 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Cathay Pacific, 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
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
1 475 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
1 221 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
4 261 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
7 804 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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 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 22h 30m. 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 738), Qatar Airways (R11 416), and SWISS (R12 494).

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R13 106). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 010). 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 20 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 414AverageR19 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 833AverageR18 577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR19 079AverageR22 496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 396AverageR25 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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