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$627+ Cheap flights from South Africa 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jul 5 — Jul 121
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 6/47:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops27h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 6/1712:13 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops30h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,012
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sun 6/78:00 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 6/156:00 am
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop24h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,013
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Tue 10/138:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop31h 18m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/275:35 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/3$1,021
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Fri 10/308:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop23h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 11/107:00 am
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Sun 11/18:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop33h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 11/118:45 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,023
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 11/38:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops26h 48m
United Airlines
Thu 11/125:00 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops25h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,027
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 6/47:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops30h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 6/1710:36 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop31h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,028
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sun 7/198:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop35h 27m
Delta
Wed 7/2911:55 pm
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Delta
Deal found 6/5$1,050
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Fri 6/128:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop27h 10m
Delta
Sat 6/205:05 pm
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops63h 45m
Delta
Deal found 6/3$1,053
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Sun 6/78:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop22h 50m
Delta
Sat 6/204:00 pm
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops64h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$1,060
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Tue 10/205:50 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/307:30 pm
LAX
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,107
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:15 pm
JNB
-
LAX
1 stop25h 35m
British Airways
Mon 6/229:30 pm
LAX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 6/2$1,110

Find flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated June 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,016
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$627
(Gotogate)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,163
From South Africa to Los Angeles
One-way flight from South Africa to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($50 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 June 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/27

8:50 pm-4:28 pm

2 stops28h 38m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

8:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$1,092

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/27

8:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

12:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$1,125

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/20

9:15 pm-3:43 pm

2 stops27h 28m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/30

9:40 pm-10:25 am

2 stops27h 45m

$1,136

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

11:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/16

6:15 am-9:25 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,175

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/24

11:15 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops33h 22m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/13

9:59 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops35h 01m

$1,213

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

9:15 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/27

6:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 20m

$1,345

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/25

9:15 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops29h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/10

9:30 pm-10:25 am

2 stops26h 55m

$1,487

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/21

7:25 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops32h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/20

6:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 10m

$1,523

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/20

2:30 pm-3:24 pm

3 stops33h 54m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/30

10:50 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,538

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/18

11:15 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops30h 36m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/25

7:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops51h 10m

$1,542

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of $522). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,024). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Los Angeles is 68 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 June 5, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from South Africa?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Los Angeles?

    For as low as $1,110, United Airlines can have you in Los Angeles from South Africa in 25h 35m. The distance between South Africa and Los Angeles is about 10373 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $456 on Air France. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $668 and Turkish Airlines from $678 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Los Angeles?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Los Angeles?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of $522). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,024). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 June 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$847Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$943Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$944Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$971Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$976Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$991Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,302Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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