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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to South Africa from R10 758

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 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Aug 31 — Sep 71
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 1 August 2026.

Fri 9/1013:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 18/1016:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7R16 360
Sat 19/913:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/1016:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7R16 509
Mon 19/1013:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 2/1117:20
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7R16 525
Sat 10/1020:10
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 17/1016:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7R17 021
Wed 16/920:10
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 23/916:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7R17 037
Sun 18/1013:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 2/1117:20
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7R17 517
Sun 11/1022:40
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1117:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R17 665
Mon 12/1023:40
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1117:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops32h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R17 715
Mon 21/923:59
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/1017:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7R17 798
Tue 13/1015:25
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1112:05
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops37h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R17 814
Sun 11/1022:40
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1017:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops29h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R17 831
Wed 4/1119:30
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/1117:20
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop33h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7R17 864

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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 360

One-way from

R10 758

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R23 284
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/10-18/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 21/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 45m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 166 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 006 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 1 August 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

13:25-11:50

1 stop37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

16:35-11:40

1 stop28h 05m

R16 509

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Fri 6/11

13:45-12:05

1 stop36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

0:55-10:50

1 stop43h 55m

R16 525

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 14/9

22:39-13:25

2 stops29h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

14:30-15:19

3 stops33h 49m

R21 301
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

6:00-17:50

2 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

20:05-9:58

1 stop22h 53m

R23 119

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sat 10/10

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/10

23:15-11:50

1 stop45h 35m

R23 234

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

14:20-19:20

3 stops44h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

20:25-21:50

1 stop34h 25m

R23 350

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 24/1

18:30-11:00

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/1

18:50-10:50

1 stop26h 00m

R23 366

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Tue 10/11

18:30-12:05

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

14:00-16:35

2 stops36h 35m

R23 433

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 21/11

18:30-11:00

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

18:50-10:50

1 stop26h 00m

R23 515

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 7/10

14:00-9:45

2 stops34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

20:05-16:08

1 stop29h 03m

R24 308

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R20 375). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R27 035). 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.

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 14 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.

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 1 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andBritish Airways 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
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
4 460 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
8 136 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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 (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 26h 50m. 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 Qatar Airways (R10 307), Virgin Atlantic (R12 961), and British Airways (R13 968).

  • 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 - Cape Town Intl and 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R20 375). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R27 035). 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 3 airlines flying from Los Angeles to South Africa

Discover the top 3 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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 988AverageR20 265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR18 668AverageR22 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 977AverageR36 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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