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$696+ 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles are usually found in February or May, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$943
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$696
(Singapore Airlines)

Popular in

August

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February

Average price

$1,189
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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 December 18, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2311:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop45h 50mDelta
Tue 12/3112:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop20h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,038
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/247:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/311:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,039
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/199:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 1/223:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop32h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,043
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/2311:55 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 55mKLM
Tue 12/318:46 amLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 14mKLM
Deal found 12/17$1,092
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/197:40 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops26h 05mAir France
Wed 1/223:25 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops32h 00mAir France
Deal found 12/17$1,185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/227:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops33h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3112:45 amLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/239:15 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/301:32 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,263
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/237:30 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 56mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 1/53:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/17$1,292
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 40mLufthansa
Tue 1/75:30 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop27h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,480
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/182:35 pmJNB - LAX
3 stops34h 58mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/811:20 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops27h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$1,944
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/228:25 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops32h 15mSWISS
Tue 1/77:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$1,986
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/177:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 1/83:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,059

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

7:35 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops32h 11m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/30

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$943

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

11:55 pm-12:53 am

2 stops33h 58m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

4:25 pm-9:15 am

2 stops31h 50m

$944

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/9

11:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/23

4:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop43h 30m

$971

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/16

10:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/23

7:10 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 15m

$975

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

7:50 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/9

8:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$1,033

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/31

11:55 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/7

7:10 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop40h 25m

$1,066

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

9:10 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/9

4:08 pm-7:00 am

2 stops29h 52m

$1,082

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/18

7:40 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

2:15 pm-9:25 am

2 stops33h 10m

$1,148

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/31

7:35 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/7

3:05 pm-9:30 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,180

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

11:05 am-10:05 am

1 stop32h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

12:20 am-7:40 am

1 stop46h 20m

$1,564

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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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 December 13, 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 70 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 $322). 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 December 18, 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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 22% 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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, KLM and Air France 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
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • 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. 8 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 $943, United Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $944 and $971, respectively. United Airlines is 10% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $696. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • 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 $322). 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$609Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$890Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$934Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$942Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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