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$807+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Johannesburg

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LAX — JNB
jun. 12 — jun. 191
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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 mayo 13, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/204:20 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
vie. 11/61:45 pm
JNB
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LAX
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,269
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/263:10 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
vie. 12/118:10 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,270
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/11:25 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Turkish Airlines
jue. 9/105:50 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,276
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/284:20 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
vie. 9/412:40 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9$1,282
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/175:25 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Egyptair
mié. 9/29:45 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/11$1,285
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/2110:35 am
LAX
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JNB
2 stops40h 30m
Ethiopian Air
mié. 12/22:30 pm
JNB
-
LAX
3 stops34h 39m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/12$1,286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/255:25 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Egyptair
mié. 8/129:45 pm
JNB
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LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/10$1,287
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/225:25 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Egyptair
vie. 9/49:45 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop24h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/12$1,290
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/124:20 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
vie. 9/252:45 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9$1,294
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/124:20 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
jue. 10/12:45 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,295
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/34:20 pm
LAX
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JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
lun. 9/78:55 pm
JNB
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LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,296
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/133:35 pm
LAX
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HLA
2 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 11/2911:30 am
HLA
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LAX
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$2,050

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Round-trip from

$1,269
(oojo)

One-way from

$807
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,244
From Los Angeles to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated mayo 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

lun. 8/17

9:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/1

1:15 am-4:05 pm

2 stops47h 50m

$1,321

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

sáb. 8/22

9:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops66h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 9/5

12:10 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops60h 55m

$1,321

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

jue. 8/6

9:00 pm-12:15 am

2 stops66h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 8/22

12:10 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops60h 55m

$1,321

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

jue. 7/30

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 9/5

8:55 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,337

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

jue. 11/5

3:10 pm-3:55 am

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/9

12:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,370

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

sáb. 7/4

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/10

8:55 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,509
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

vie. 7/3

4:20 pm-4:00 am

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 7/15

8:55 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops30h 49m

$1,580

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

lun. 7/6

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/10

6:35 pm-2:00 pm

3 stops52h 25m

$1,585

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - HLA

LAXHLA

Los Angeles

mar. 6/9

4:40 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops39h 35m

Johannesburg Lanseria

vie. 8/14

12:05 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$2,707

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - HLA

LAXHLA

Los Angeles

mar. 8/11

4:40 pm-9:05 am

2 stops55h 25m

Johannesburg Lanseria

mar. 8/25

6:30 am-2:15 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$4,623

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 48 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (average of $674). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,034). 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 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 mayo 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,KLM, andQatar Airways 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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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

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  • 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 13 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?

    SAUDIA can get you from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in just under 42h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 10373 mi between Los Angeles and Johannesburg.

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

    SWISS, at $674, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines. Users have found that SWISS is 49% 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 Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $603. Users have also found prices from $639 and $659 on Qatar Airways and SWISS, respectively.

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

  • 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 $35 per day.

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

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (average of $674). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,034). 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 mayo 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$674Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$954Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,001Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,104Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,136Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,142Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,143Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,156Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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