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$647+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Johannesburg

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LAX — JNB
Jan 27 — Feb 31
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Tue 2/3
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:40 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/111:35 amJNB - LAX
2 stops45h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,294
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Tue 12/306:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop31h 50mKLM
Mon 1/1211:59 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 15mKLM
Deal found 12/27$1,346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop23h 30mDelta
Mon 1/1210:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/26$1,363
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:40 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops46h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/85:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,546
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop23h 30mDelta
Thu 1/89:30 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops33h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/26$1,552
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 05mLufthansa
Wed 12/317:45 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/25$1,572
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Mon 12/296:40 amLAX - JNB
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/317:45 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,576
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Mon 12/2911:40 amLAX - JNB
1 stop20h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/317:45 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,676

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

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$1,146
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One-way from

$647
(oojo)

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$1,617
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

10:35 am-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

11:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,150

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

7:45 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/20

7:20 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,151

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

8:22 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 43m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/7

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$1,152

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

9:05 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/5

7:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$1,152

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 2/20

6:00 am-6:35 pm

3 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/13

7:45 pm-5:27 pm

2 stops30h 42m

$1,193

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

5:55 am-6:35 pm

3 stops26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

7:45 pm-8:27 pm

2 stops33h 42m

$1,193

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

7:00 pm-8:37 pm

2 stops34h 37m

$1,193

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

8:15 am-6:30 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/7

7:00 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops34h 24m

$1,194

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

7:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/24

11:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,205

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 4/13

5:50 am-6:30 pm

3 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/25

7:00 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,209

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (average of $905). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,281). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated December 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,125 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,073 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,617 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg?

    Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. On average, Los Angeles has 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day from 14 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    KLM and United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in just under 25h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 50m. There are 10373 mi between Los Angeles and Johannesburg. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg round-trip?

    SWISS, at $484, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users have found that SWISS is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $509. Users have also found prices from $582 and $633 on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    The most popular layover on flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg is London. Istanbul follows London in terms of the most common layover location on Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Travelers on a layover in London can visit Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus, by traveling 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $32 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

    The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii. Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii are located about 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $31 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights?

    Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in New York.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (average of $905). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,281). 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 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$914Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,005Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,016Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,108Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$1,115Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$1,142Average$1,455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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