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$574+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to South Africa

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LAX — JNB
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
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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 September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$976
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$574
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,094
From Los Angeles to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:45 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/115:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$976
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/126:45 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/255:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$977
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/282:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop36h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/65:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,020
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Sat 11/291:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop36h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/95:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,023
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Mon 10/272:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop36h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/105:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,025
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/161:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop36h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/255:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,039
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Wed 11/51:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop36h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/95:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,046
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Tue 11/119:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 11/1810:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$1,046
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Sun 10/267:45 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/115:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,050
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Wed 10/297:45 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/105:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,055
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Mon 10/134:20 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops41h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 10/201:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/13$1,058
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Sun 11/301:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop36h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/145:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,060

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to South Africa 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 14, 2025.
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 AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 11/30

1:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/14

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,060

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 11/17

3:30 pm-7:35 am

1 stop30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/25

10:00 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$1,074

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

4:20 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

1:55 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,124

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 11/17

3:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/27

10:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,124

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

3:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/27

10:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,124

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/9

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,136

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Fri 11/28

10:15 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/14

8:35 pm-6:08 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$1,139

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

12:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/26

9:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop41h 35m

$1,155

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/15

5:15 pm-11:10 am

1 stop27h 55m

$1,156

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 2/11

1:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/15

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,156

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 September 14, 2025.

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

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 September 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to South Africa, such as Delta, KLM, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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.

Related info for your journey

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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 30h 05m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,074. 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?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Los Angeles - Cape Town Intl or Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo when deciding on the best route from Los Angeles to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Los Angeles to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 Los Angeles to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to South Africa. 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$484Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$776Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$796Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$930Average$1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$967Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$970Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$980Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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