HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Los Angeles

$588+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Tue 11/19
Tue 11/26
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles are usually found in May or February, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 November 14, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$913
(SWISS)

One-way from

$738
(Trip.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Johannesburg OR Tambo-Los Angeles flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Johannesburg OR Tambo-Los Angeles flights.
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 10% potential price drop
Search Deals
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles
Search Deals
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles
Search Deals

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 11/287:30 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop28h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 4/252:10 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops34h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/14$984
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/87:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1110:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$985
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 12/87:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 25mDelta
Wed 1/1512:00 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops35h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/14$993
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/151:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,021
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Sat 11/1610:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops27h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/297:00 amLAX - JNB
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,032
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 12/3010:05 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops32h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/135:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,214
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Sun 12/299:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 1/158:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/14$1,311
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/262:35 pmJNB - LAX
3 stops35h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 2/2611:43 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 27mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/14$1,549
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/241:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 20mEmirates
Sat 12/143:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Deal found 11/14$1,715
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/291:45 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop40h 10mSingapore Airlines
Thu 1/166:00 amLAX - JNB
2 stops38h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,951
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Tue 12/3111:55 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops28h 45mAir France
Sun 1/126:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 45mAir France
Deal found 11/14$2,078

Find flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

7:35 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

8:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops29h 25m

$976

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/28

7:30 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

2:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops34h 50m

$984

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/8

7:40 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

12:00 pm-9:15 am

2 stops35h 15m

$993

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/28

7:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop26h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

1:00 pm-10:45 am

1 stop35h 45m

$1,021

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/22

10:00 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

11:40 am-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,035

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/22

6:50 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

3:35 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop39h 00m

$1,099

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/30

10:05 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops32h 07m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/13

5:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

$1,214

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/29

9:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

8:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop27h 25m

$1,311

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/26

2:35 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops35h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

11:43 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$1,549

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

11:05 am-2:20 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

12:20 am-7:40 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,555

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/14

Showing 1-10 of 17 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Los Angeles in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 8, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 JNB to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 November 14, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic, Ethiopian Air and Emirates from Johannesburg to Los Angeles 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,346 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,640 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 7 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $913, SWISS will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $916 and $936, respectively. SWISS is 11% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$890Average$1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$934Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$942Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
View all available airlines