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$601+ 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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Johannesburg are usually found in January or March, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,069
(Ovago)

One-way from

$601
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,094
From Riverside to Johannesburg
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/59:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 11/247:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/14$1,069
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/195:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/3010:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,074
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/311:05 amJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$1,078
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/610:04 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops26h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/37:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop34h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,079
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/59:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/2410:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,084
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/234:20 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops41h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 10/91:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,089
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:20 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops41h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 10/228:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,090
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/274:10 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops41h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 10/319:25 amJNB - LAX
1 stop37h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/14$1,092
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/39:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 11/167:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,094
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Sun 11/1610:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/227:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,108
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Mon 10/2011:59 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops32h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/47:45 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,110
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Mon 10/2011:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop47h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/411:05 amJNB - LAX
1 stop36h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$1,111

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Riverside

Fly to

Johannesburg

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 11/3

3:10 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops41h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/16

1:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,089

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

4:20 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/22

8:25 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$1,090

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

9:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/2

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$1,157

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 10/6

8:25 am-5:45 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

8:15 pm-11:44 am

2 stops49h 29m

$1,163

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 9/24

7:20 am-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/14

7:35 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$1,167

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 10/4

12:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/2

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$1,169

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

5:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/24

7:25 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$1,174

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/24

11:30 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop46h 15m

$1,179

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

9:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/8

5:40 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,184

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

12:56 am-5:45 pm

2 stops31h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/21

7:00 pm-7:27 pm

2 stops33h 27m

$1,203

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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 September 12, 2025.

Booking 84 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 $1,173). Flying from Riverside to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 September 16, 2025.

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

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 Monday afternoons 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.

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 September 16, 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,363 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 30h 10m. Fly via Qatar Airways or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from Riverside to Johannesburg is about 10373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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.

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  • 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 $1,173). Flying from Riverside to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$796Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$903Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$930Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$970Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,064Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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