Johannesburg

$597+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Johannesburg

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Jan 16 — Jan 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Johannesburg are usually found in March or May, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from Riverside to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1910:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/177:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:40 amLAX - JNB
2 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/197:45 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops35h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,267
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/47:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:00 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/207:45 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops35h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,393
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/249:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 1/177:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2312:55 amLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/137:45 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops32h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,397
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Wed 12/249:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 1/1510:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,407
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/249:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 1/167:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops37h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,417

Find flight deals from Riverside to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,158
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$597
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,621
From Riverside to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Riverside to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Riverside

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Return

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Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 1/15

10:25 am-10:05 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

11:59 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$1,158

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

7:45 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

11:59 pm-8:18 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$1,161

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

9:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

11:59 pm-8:16 pm

2 stops30h 17m

$1,161

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

11:25 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

2:30 pm-3:34 pm

3 stops35h 04m

$1,181

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

5:55 am-6:35 pm

3 stops26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

7:45 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$1,183

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

8:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/28

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$1,233

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

11:30 am-9:30 am

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

7:45 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops32h 16m

$1,237

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

9:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

10:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,262

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 12/25

6:40 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/19

7:45 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$1,267

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

6:00 am-6:35 pm

3 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/23

7:45 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$1,275

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Johannesburg

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riverside to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Johannesburg (average of $902). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Riverside to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Riverside 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 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Riverside to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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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  • How long is the flight from Riverside to Johannesburg?

    There are many flights that can get you from Riverside to Johannesburg in 25h 40m. Fly via KLM, Ethiopian Air, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Riverside to Johannesburg is about 10373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riverside 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.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Riverside to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Johannesburg (average of $902). Flying from Riverside 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 Riverside to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,005Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,015Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,110Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$1,115Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,131Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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