Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to South Africa from $572

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LAX — JNB
Mar 24 — Mar 311

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa?

Users have found that booking a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa at least 47 days early can save you up to 59% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 47 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Los Angeles to South Africa for as little as $1,266 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,863 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to South Africa?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Los Angeles. Users have commonly found prices around $1,403 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $834. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to South Africa (LAX - ZA)?

When flying from Los Angeles to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap SWISS flights from Los Angeles to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Los Angeles and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced SWISS flights we've found from Los Angeles to South Africa. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 4/307:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Sun 5/127:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,282
Thu 5/211:30 amLAX - JNB
2 stops36h 40mSWISS
Sun 5/127:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,286
Wed 4/247:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Sun 5/57:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,317
Tue 5/147:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Sun 5/267:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,322
Mon 4/227:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Fri 5/37:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,324
Sun 4/217:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Fri 5/37:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,365
Fri 4/267:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Sat 5/111:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops60h 15mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,368
Wed 5/227:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Mon 6/37:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/18$1,390
Mon 3/258:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 50mSWISS
Thu 4/47:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 14mSWISS
Deal found 3/17$1,422

Cheap Etihad Airways flights from Los Angeles to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Etihad Airways for the route between Los Angeles and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Etihad Airways flights traveling from Los Angeles to South Africa. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 5/1010:10 amLAX - JNB
2 stops37h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 5/279:55 amJNB - LAX
2 stops36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,285
Wed 4/107:40 amLAX - JNB
2 stops39h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/249:55 amJNB - LAX
2 stops36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,336

Cheap Los Angeles to South Africa flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Los Angeles to South Africa specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Los Angeles to South Africa in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 4/81:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/186:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17$915
Thu 4/256:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/86:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$945
Sun 4/216:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/304:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17$976
Fri 4/266:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/116:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$993
Wed 4/101:35 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop37h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/304:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,012
Wed 4/246:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/294:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,032
Tue 4/166:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/234:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,035
Tue 4/910:35 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops29h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/162:30 pmJNB - LAX
3 stops37h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/17$1,037
Thu 4/186:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/226:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,062

Los Angeles to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Los Angeles and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Los Angeles to South Africa in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 4/256:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/86:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$945
Fri 5/176:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 6/74:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$949
Fri 4/266:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/116:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$993
Mon 5/136:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/284:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$999
Wed 4/101:35 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop37h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/304:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,012
Wed 11/135:10 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop29h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/1710:40 amCPT - LAX
1 stop43h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/17$1,028
Thu 5/96:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/274:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,029
Sat 8/3110:30 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops51h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/166:40 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,031
Wed 4/246:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/294:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,032

Los Angeles to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Los Angeles to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Los Angeles to South Africa. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 3/287:40 pmLAX - DUR
2 stops32h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 4/282:55 pmDUR - LAX
2 stops35h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,161
Sun 3/241:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/276:30 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops36h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,190
Sat 3/3010:56 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops43h 59mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/910:35 pmJNB - LAX
3 stops35h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/17$1,190
Mon 3/256:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops24h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/276:30 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops38h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,194
Thu 3/287:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 4/285:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,214
Tue 3/191:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/267:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,226
Thu 3/2112:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop20h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/17:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops35h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,265
Thu 3/2110:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/238:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,270
Sat 3/3010:15 amLAX - JNB
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/910:25 amJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,272

One-way flights to South Africa from Los Angeles

Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Los Angeles to South Africa can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Los Angeles to South Africa should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 4/234:25 pmLAX - JNB
3 stops55h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$572
Fri 4/1210:49 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops47h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$589
Tue 8/62:55 pmLAX - DUR
2 stops34h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/18$657
Sun 3/241:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$707
Sat 3/234:15 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/17$730
Tue 8/611:10 amLAX - DUR
3 stops38h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/18$731
Tue 4/2311:59 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops47h 36mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/18$732
Mon 3/256:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop28h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 3/16$763
Tue 4/1611:15 pmLAX - CPT
3 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$765

Find flights from Los Angeles to South Africa within your budget

Customize 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$915 - $1,285

Route

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Return

Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg OR Tambo

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 4/23

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

1 stop31h 50m

$915

Los AngelesJohannesburg OR Tambo

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 4/29

2 stops30h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/13

2 stops33h 45m

$1,025

Los AngelesJohannesburg OR Tambo

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 4/9

2 stops29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/16

3 stops37h 25m

$1,037

Los AngelesCape Town Intl

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Tue 5/21

1 stop30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/3

1 stop31h 35m

$1,096

Los AngelesJohannesburg OR Tambo

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 5/13

1 stop30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/28

2 stops46h 43m

$1,110

Los AngelesCape Town Intl

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sat 5/4

2 stops24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/12

1 stop33h 26m

$1,179

Los AngelesDurban King Shaka Intl

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles

Wed 4/17

2 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 4/24

2 stops28h 30m

$1,200

Los AngelesJohannesburg OR Tambo

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 4/30

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/12

1 stop29h 40m

$1,282

Los AngelesJohannesburg OR Tambo

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 5/10

2 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/27

2 stops36h 20m

$1,285

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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 March 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS, Etihad Airways and Virgin Atlantic from Los Angeles to South Africa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
56 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.8
Good
2,183 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.8
Good
1,262 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to South Africa?

    For a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find flights from Los Angeles to South Africa for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to South Africa for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $915, but on average you can expect to pay $1,022.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to South Africa for under $1,200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Los Angeles to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $1,200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $657. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to South Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Los Angeles to South Africa?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to South Africa?

  • What does LAX to JNB mean?

    Los Angeles Airport is LAX and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is JNB. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to South Africa

Discover the top 10 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$873Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,009Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IberiaCheapest$1,069Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapest$1,094Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,127Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest$1,156Average$1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$1,161Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,164Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest$1,254Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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