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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to South Africa from R11 571

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
May 2 — May 91
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 2 April 2026.

Mon 4/520:36
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/612:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R17 077
Mon 4/520:36
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/617:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops29h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R17 145
Tue 5/513:58
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops40h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/612:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R17 213
Mon 4/521:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/512:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops54h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R17 433
Sat 25/422:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/517:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops33h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R18 077
Tue 28/420:45
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/512:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R18 145
Tue 28/423:05
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/512:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R18 162
Sun 16/80:05
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 31/3R18 179
Tue 8/913:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 24/916:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/4R19 297
Tue 1/920:10
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 30/916:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/4R19 314
Tue 12/513:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/516:35
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/3R19 483
Mon 2/1122:05
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1110:40
CPT
-
LAX
3 stops35h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R19 636

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 077

One-way from

R11 571

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R20 432
4/5-2/6
  • 4/5-2/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 26/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R10 245 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 764 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 2 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 21/9

13:25-10:30

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

17:50-11:40

1 stop26h 50m

R20 957

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 17/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 21/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R21 889

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

16:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 13/9

12:05-14:00

2 stops34h 55m

R22 567

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

16:20-9:00

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

20:55-17:30

2 stops29h 35m

R24 041

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 20/5

18:00-11:05

1 stop32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R24 091

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 1/5

23:15-8:50

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R24 244

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 31/8

5:30-17:50

2 stops27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

20:05-9:48

1 stop22h 43m

R25 057

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

13:50-5:50

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R25 176

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 12/5

8:25-21:25

2 stops28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

7:40-14:45

1 stop40h 05m

R25 243
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

9:30-17:50

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R25 481

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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 147). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 110). 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 2 April 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
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
1 485 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
1 239 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
9 538 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
4 294 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
7 848 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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

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 32h 05m. 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 Qatar Airways (R11 451), SWISS (R12 532), and Virgin Atlantic (R13 288).

  • 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 147). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 110). 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 465AverageR19 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 885AverageR18 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR19 138AverageR22 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 456AverageR24 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR22 555AverageR25 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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