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$500+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Jul 24 — Jul 311
Fri 7/24
Fri 7/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from USA to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 24, 2026.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/201:25 pm
DFW
-
JNB
2 stops36h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 11/299:40 pm
JNB
-
DFW
2 stops34h 33m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$722
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/229:20 am
DFW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/13:15 pm
JNB
-
DFW
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$728
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:30 am
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 9/39:55 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop20h 23m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$829
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:25 pm
MIA
-
JNB
1 stop19h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/209:55 pm
JNB
-
MIA
1 stop22h 34m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$854
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2812:00 pm
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/69:55 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop28h 52m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$864
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/64:45 pm
SFO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 11/199:40 pm
JNB
-
SFO
1 stop27h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$876
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2711:05 am
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 6/299:55 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop27h 21m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$912
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/222:17 pm
DFW
-
JNB
1 stop22h 23m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 9/19:55 pm
JNB
-
DFW
1 stop28h 04m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$921
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/293:20 pm
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 9/108:15 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops30h 44m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$924
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/277:05 am
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/299:55 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$938
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/112:20 pm
DFW
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 10/249:55 pm
JNB
-
DFW
1 stop27h 46m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$952
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/251:29 pm
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop24h 11m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 8/38:15 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops29h 44m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$954

Find flight deals from USA to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated June 24, 2026.

Round-trip from

$728
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$500
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,750
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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 June 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 6/27

7:05 am-9:35 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/29

9:55 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$938

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 6/27

8:20 pm-10:25 am

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/29

8:15 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops32h 32m

$992

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/25

1:35 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

8:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,157

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Sat 7/25

3:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

8:15 pm-10:21 pm

2 stops32h 06m

$1,157

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA - JNB

MIAJNB

Miami

Tue 9/1

5:15 pm-8:20 am

2 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/30

9:45 am-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,248

DallasJohannesburg

DFW - JNB

DFWJNB

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 9/14

3:41 pm-8:20 am

2 stops33h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/28

9:45 am-2:09 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,267

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA - JNB

MIAJNB

Miami

Tue 8/11

9:30 pm-9:50 am

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/12

6:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$1,290

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA - JNB

MIAJNB

Miami

Sat 8/15

10:35 am-10:30 am

1 stop41h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/28

6:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$1,304

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 9/22

4:20 pm-4:00 am

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/29

1:45 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops37h 14m

$1,321

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 7/25

1:29 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

9:55 pm-12:18 pm

1 stop20h 23m

$1,324

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Johannesburg

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Johannesburg (average of $1,204). Flying from USA to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,878). 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 US to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 June 24, 2026.

When flying from USA 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.

How often are flights from the United States to Johannesburg delayed?

About 26% of weekly flights between United States and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 133 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Johannesburg flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from USA to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Johannesburg flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Johannesburg trip
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Paul Rubio

Expert on Ethiopian Air and JNB

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Jessica Macdonald

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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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 June 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from the United States 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
7.8
Good
8,435 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,435 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,435 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,417 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,435 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,885 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,435 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,730 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,435 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,007 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,435 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Johannesburg?

    Virgin Atlantic, Air Europa, and Turkish Airlines can get you from USA to Johannesburg in just under 29h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 50m. The distance from USA to Johannesburg is about 10373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Egyptair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $435. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from USA to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Johannesburg?

    The most popular route from USA to Johannesburg is Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Johannesburg (average of $1,204). Flying from USA to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,878). 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 USA to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 June 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$110Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$594Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$614Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SWISSCheapest$674Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$778Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$778Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$814Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$846Average$1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$865Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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