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$596+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to South Africa

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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Riverside to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated October 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 Riverside to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

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.
Tue 11/187:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 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.
Wed 11/56:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop31h 50mAir France
Fri 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.
Tue 11/185:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 35mLufthansa
Sat 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.
Wed 11/58:50 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 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.
Thu 11/65:30 amLAX - CPT
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Thu 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.
Mon 11/106:20 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop25h 30mDelta
Fri 12/199:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,154
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 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.
Sun 11/911:30 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 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.
Mon 11/108:30 amLAX - CPT
2 stops27h 25mDelta
Thu 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.
Sun 11/912:45 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop20h 30mDelta
Wed 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.
Wed 11/58:50 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 15mKLM
Fri 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.
Sun 11/98:25 amLAX - CPT
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Sat 12/138:50 amCPT - LAX
1 stop43h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,161

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Riverside

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 11/18

7:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/7

7:45 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$1,142

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 1/23

5:50 am-6:35 pm

3 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

3:05 pm-11:45 am

2 stops30h 40m

$1,146

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

9:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop45h 46m

$1,150

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

8:36 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/25

9:55 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop32h 49m

$1,173

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 1/4

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/17

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,181

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sat 4/18

1:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

4:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 10m

$1,196

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sat 4/18

8:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/16

4:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 10m

$1,196

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Fri 4/17

8:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

4:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,196

Los AngelesDurban

LAX - DUR

LAXDUR

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

6:45 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 11/24

4:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops29h 10m

$1,204

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

12:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/14

8:50 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop28h 43m

$1,209

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to South Africa

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to South Africa (average of $776). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Riverside to South Africa by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to South Africa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Riverside to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
4,031 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside to South Africa. 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 Riverside to South Africa?

    United Airlines, KLM, and Delta can get you from Riverside to South Africa in just under 26h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 44m. Riverside and South Africa are separated by a distance of 10373 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Riverside to South Africa consider Los Angeles - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Los Angeles - Cape Town Intl or Los Angeles - Johannesburg OR Tambo as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to South Africa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to South Africa (average of $776). Flying from Riverside 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Riverside to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 October 30, 2025.
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$1,499FlexibilityNo 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$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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