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$678+ 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) 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 21, 2024.

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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 November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/611:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops30h 50mDelta
Mon 1/136:15 amLAX - CPT
1 stop26h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/20$978
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/277:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/151:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,014
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2011:55 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 10mDelta
Sun 12/13:25 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops32h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/20$1,034
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/267:35 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops33h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/2512:55 amLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,035
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/216:45 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop28h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 11/253:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop34h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,105
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2011:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/16:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,180
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/102:20 pmHDS - LAX
2 stops38h 20mAir France
Mon 1/136:30 pmLAX - HDS
2 stops33h 15mAir France
Deal found 11/20$1,243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/68:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop24h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/1212:51 amLAX - CPT
2 stops29h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,313
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2011:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops30h 45mKLM
Sun 12/18:35 amLAX - CPT
2 stops26h 55mKLM
Deal found 11/20$1,334
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 KAYAK 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 11/21$1,339
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/112:20 pmHDS - LAX
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/118:55 pmLAX - HDS
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,495
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/206:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 55mEmirates
Thu 11/213:35 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop43h 15mEmirates
Deal found 11/20$1,678

Find flights from South Africa to Los Angeles within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/16

7:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

5:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$947

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/19

11:55 pm-10:44 pm

2 stops32h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

11:02 am-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$948

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

11:20 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/13

6:15 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$978

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/19

7:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

10:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$988

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/10

6:50 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/2

7:05 pm-8:10 am

2 stops28h 05m

$995

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/10

6:50 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/2

1:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,004

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/27

7:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop26h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

1:00 pm-10:45 am

1 stop35h 45m

$1,014

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/26

11:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/8

7:10 pm-11:05 am

1 stop29h 55m

$1,027

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/26

10:40 am-7:55 pm

2 stops43h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/8

10:05 pm-9:25 am

2 stops49h 20m

$1,125

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/17

10:00 pm-10:43 pm

2 stops34h 43m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/24

5:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$1,150

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

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Los Angeles

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from South Africa 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 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Lufthansa, United Airlines and British Airways 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 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 $678 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $796 and Ethiopian Air from $801 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from South Africa 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$889Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$934Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$942Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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