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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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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 6 July 2026.

Tue 8/920:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7R17 440
Sat 12/923:40
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7R17 488
Tue 1/922:25
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1017:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R17 505
Sun 20/922:40
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops36h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R17 537
Tue 8/920:35
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7R17 553
Tue 1/916:20
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7R17 618
Tue 15/915:25
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/912:10
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R17 651
Tue 1/916:20
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/917:00
JNB
-
LAX
2 stops48h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7R17 959
Sat 12/917:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Egyptair
Sun 20/921:45
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 4/7R18 024
Sat 21/1116:25
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Egyptair
Wed 2/1221:45
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 2/7R18 056
Tue 3/1122:05
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops49h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 17/1110:40
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops43h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/7R20 084
Tue 3/1122:05
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops49h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 21/1110:40
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops41h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/7R20 506

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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 440

One-way from

R11 096

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R24 140
8/9-15/9
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 45m total
  • Los Angeles to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 14/9
  • 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 (R2 896 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 864 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 6 July 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 AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 14/9

17:25-14:50

2 stops36h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 30/9

18:40-13:20

2 stops27h 40m

R21 090

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

10:03-7:30

2 stops36h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

18:35-19:07

2 stops33h 32m

R22 096

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 16/8

10:03-7:30

2 stops36h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

18:35-14:45

1 stop29h 10m

R22 225

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 19/8

13:30-8:45

2 stops34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

18:35-19:07

2 stops33h 32m

R23 199

Los AngelesPort Elizabeth

LAX - PLZ

LAXPLZ

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 30/11

16:25-13:00

2 stops34h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 13/12

13:30-12:20

2 stops32h 50m

R23 329

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 8/9

10:50-17:40

3 stops45h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 16/9

17:00-14:00

2 stops30h 00m

R23 458

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 22/10

16:20-10:15

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

15:20-12:50

2 stops31h 30m

R23 913

Los AngelesPort Elizabeth

LAX - PLZ

LAXPLZ

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 15/9

16:20-13:00

2 stops35h 40m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 21/9

10:20-14:00

2 stops36h 40m

R23 977

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 14/9

20:10-13:15

2 stops32h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 23/9

14:45-11:40

2 stops29h 55m

R24 140

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 13/9

20:10-11:50

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/9

16:35-18:15

1 stop34h 40m

R24 237

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R10 934). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 392). 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 85 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 6 July 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
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
1 534 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
4 437 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
8 095 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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 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 36h 25m. There are 17093 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 118), Virgin Atlantic (R12 724), and British Airways (R13 713).

  • 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Los Angeles 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of R10 934). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 392). 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 6 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 733AverageR19 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR18 326AverageR21 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 630AverageR28 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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