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$608+ Cheap flights from South Africa 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
abr. 21 — abr. 281
lun. 4/21
lun. 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated abril 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$945
(SWISS)

One-way from

$608
(travelstart.ae)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,068
From South Africa to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 16, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/137:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 55mSWISS
sáb. 5/247:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 45mSWISS
Deal found 4/16$945
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/137:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/247:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$952
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/25:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
mar. 6/241:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/15$953
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mié. 4/169:20 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 15mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/95:25 amLAX - JNB
3 stops27h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$957
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 5/208:05 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 40mDelta
lun. 5/261:05 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/16$964
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
jue. 5/86:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mDelta
jue. 5/1510:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/15$975
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
jue. 5/811:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
jue. 5/1510:15 amLAX - JNB
2 stops26h 05mKLM
Deal found 4/16$990
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/88:40 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops31h 05mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 5/151:51 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops35h 29mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/16$996
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
vie. 5/306:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop25h 30mAir France
vie. 6/61:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop33h 50mAir France
Deal found 4/15$1,038
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 7/86:05 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 55mUnited Airlines
dom. 7/2710:40 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,086
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/298:10 amJNB - LAX
1 stop38h 50mQatar Airways
jue. 5/294:20 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop38h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,105
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
lun. 9/14:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines
mar. 9/307:55 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,110

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 abril 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/13

7:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/24

7:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 45m

$945

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/13

7:35 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/24

7:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 45m

$952

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 6/2

5:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Los Angeles

mar. 6/24

1:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop35h 55m

$953

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

mar. 5/20

8:05 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop34h 34m

Los Angeles

lun. 5/26

11:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$966

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 5/8

6:50 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Los Angeles

jue. 5/15

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop35h 50m

$975

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 5/8

11:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

jue. 5/15

1:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$990

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 5/8

8:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Los Angeles

jue. 5/15

1:51 pm-10:20 am

2 stops35h 29m

$996

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/30

9:15 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Los Angeles

lun. 9/8

8:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop28h 20m

$1,029

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 5/30

6:50 pm-11:20 am

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

vie. 6/6

1:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop33h 50m

$1,038

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

jue. 6/12

11:15 pm-11:20 am

2 stops45h 05m

Los Angeles

lun. 6/30

5:15 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$1,075

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 ZA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 abril 16, 2025.

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

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 abril 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,326 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from South Africa?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from South Africa.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $608 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $669 and Turkish Airlines from $752 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 South Africa to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 abril 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$918Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$937Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$939Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$984Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,076Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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