South Africa

$596+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to South Africa

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LAX — JNB
nov. 29 — déc. 61
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/187:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
sam. 2/77:45 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,142
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 11/56:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop31h 50mAir France
ven. 11/217:20 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 45mAir France
Deal found 10/28$1,145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/185:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 35mLufthansa
sam. 2/77:45 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops31h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$1,146
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 11/58:50 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
ven. 11/217:20 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,150
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
jeu. 11/65:30 amLAX - CPT
2 stops30h 25mDelta
jeu. 11/279:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,153
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
lun. 11/106:20 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop25h 30mDelta
ven. 12/199:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,154
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mar. 11/256:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
lun. 12/87:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,155
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 11/911:30 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/258:15 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,156
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
lun. 11/108:30 amLAX - CPT
2 stops27h 25mDelta
jeu. 12/189:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop23h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
dim. 11/912:45 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop20h 30mDelta
mer. 12/178:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,159
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 11/58:50 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 15mKLM
ven. 11/2111:59 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 14mKLM
Deal found 10/28$1,160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
dim. 11/98:25 amLAX - CPT
1 stop24h 50mDelta
sam. 12/138:50 amCPT - LAX
1 stop43h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,161

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated octobre 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,137
(Delta)

One-way from

$596
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,188
From Los Angeles to South Africa
One-way flight from Los Angeles to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to South Africa that are best for you.

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Los Angeles

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mar. 11/18

7:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sam. 2/7

7:45 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$1,142

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

ven. 1/23

5:50 am-6:35 pm

3 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/2

3:05 pm-11:45 am

2 stops30h 40m

$1,146

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mer. 11/19

9:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/24

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$1,150

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

lun. 11/10

8:36 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 11/25

9:55 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop32h 49m

$1,173

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

dim. 1/4

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/17

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,181

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

sam. 4/18

1:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

dim. 5/17

4:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 10m

$1,196

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

sam. 4/18

8:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

sam. 5/16

4:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 10m

$1,196

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

ven. 4/17

8:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

dim. 5/17

4:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,196

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles

lun. 11/10

6:45 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

lun. 11/24

4:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops29h 10m

$1,204

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

dim. 11/9

12:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dim. 12/14

8:50 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop28h 43m

$1,209

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of $776). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,077). 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 LAX to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octobre 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to South Africa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to South Africa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to South Africa flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated octobre 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to South Africa, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to South Africa?

    For a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city.

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

    A quick flight from Los Angeles to South Africa can take about 26h 45m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,146. Los Angeles and South Africa are separated by a distance of 10373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of $776). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,077). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$776Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$872Average$1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$961Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$970Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$980Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,005Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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