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$497+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Johannesburg

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LAX — JNB
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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The best prices from Riverside to Johannesburg are usually found in November or January, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riverside (R1V) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$907
(oojo)

One-way from

$497
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,044
From Riverside to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Riverside to Johannesburg
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 2/196:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 50mTurkish Airlines
mié. 2/267:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$907
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 8/2612:15 amLAX - JNB
1 stop46h 25mCathay Pacific
dom. 9/1411:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop43h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/21$1,036
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 2/113:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop32h 15mQatar Airways
lun. 2/245:20 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops53h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,115
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
dom. 3/210:59 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops25h 21mAmerican Airlines
mar. 3/117:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop35h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,150
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 5/811:59 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops28h 06mEthiopian Air
dom. 5/182:30 pmJNB - LAX
3 stops34h 03mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/21$1,164
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mié. 5/215:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 55mBritish Airways
mar. 6/179:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,199
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jue. 4/1712:30 amLAX - JNB
1 stop46h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/309:55 amJNB - LAX
2 stops42h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,301
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
lun. 2/38:59 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 01mKLM
lun. 2/2411:55 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 07mKLM
Deal found 1/21$1,311
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
lun. 3/1711:45 amLAX - JNB
2 stops38h 45mVirgin Atlantic
mar. 3/257:30 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops32h 48mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/20$1,312
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dom. 10/511:15 amLAX - JNB
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/110:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,317
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mar. 2/46:15 amLAX - JNB
1 stop26h 45mDelta
dom. 4/2011:15 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops31h 43mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,345
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jue. 5/811:45 amLAX - JNB
2 stops35h 25mAir France
dom. 5/186:50 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops39h 08mAir France
Deal found 1/20$1,360

Find flights from Riverside to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside to Johannesburg 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 enero 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mié. 2/19

6:55 pm-10:45 am

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/26

7:05 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$907

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mar. 2/4

10:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop47h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 4/20

11:20 am-10:15 pm

1 stop43h 55m

$1,036

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mar. 2/11

3:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/24

5:20 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$1,115

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

dom. 3/2

9:45 pm-10:20 am

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/11

7:25 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$1,150

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

jue. 5/8

11:59 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops28h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 5/18

2:30 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops34h 03m

$1,164

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mié. 5/21

5:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 6/17

9:15 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,199

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

dom. 2/2

10:55 am-7:40 am

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 2/7

1:20 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,276

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

lun. 2/3

8:59 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/24

11:55 pm-8:02 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$1,311

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

lun. 3/17

11:45 am-11:30 am

2 stops38h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/25

7:30 pm-7:18 pm

2 stops32h 48m

$1,312

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

mar. 2/4

12:51 am-6:35 pm

2 stops31h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/12

10:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$1,317

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Travel insights for flights from Riverside to Johannesburg

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riverside to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Riverside to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Johannesburg?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and KLM from Riverside to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
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8,521 reviews

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8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
830 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riverside to Johannesburg one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $497. Users have also found prices from $710 and $740 on Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Riverside to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside to Johannesburg. 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$793Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$875Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$919Average$1,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$940Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$969Average$1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$998Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,096Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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