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$627+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Nov 27 — Dec 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles are usually found in February or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/59:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop36h 59mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 1/2011:12 amLAX - JNB
1 stop21h 48mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/27$922
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/310:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/167:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$925
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 12/57:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/2010:25 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$930
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 11/2110:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/511:35 amLAX - JNB
2 stops36h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$932
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 11/2110:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/72:31 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops33h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$938
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 12/97:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/203:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$959
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Mon 12/1510:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 1/1010:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/27$966
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Fri 11/2110:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/811:28 amLAX - JNB
2 stops36h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$967
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/310:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Sun 11/1610:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/27$970
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/1010:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mDelta
Wed 1/2110:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/28$971

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$922
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$627
(flightsite.co.za)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,049
Provider with most accurate pricing for Johannesburg OR Tambo-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Johannesburg OR Tambo-Los Angeles flights.
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

10:00 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops29h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

10:59 pm-10:25 am

2 stops25h 26m

$937

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/10

10:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

5:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 55m

$959

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

7:05 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/28

2:05 pm-10:35 am

1 stop35h 30m

$960

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/10

10:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

10:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop24h 05m

$970

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

12:20 pm-8:25 am

2 stops34h 05m

$970

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/12

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

1:29 pm-8:35 am

2 stops33h 06m

$971

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/15

10:00 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops34h 37m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

10:30 pm-8:50 am

1 stop24h 20m

$976

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

10:00 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

10:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$977

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

1:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$627

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

11:00 pm-2:25 pm

3 stops49h 25m

$654

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Deals found on 10/27

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Los Angeles in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 68 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles (average of $853). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles in August is currently the most expensive (average of $972). 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 JNB to LAX?

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

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at noon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and Air France from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles. 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.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 7 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles will take you 26h 35m. There are 10373 mi between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Los Angeles. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $913, United Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $931 and $932, respectively. United Airlines is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles (average of $853). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles in August is currently the most expensive (average of $972). 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 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$913Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$931Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$932Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$956Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$986Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$991Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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