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$617+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Los Angeles (LAX)

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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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$917
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$617
(flightsite.co.za)
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 January 21, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/258:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops31h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/79:25 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$919
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/127:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 30mDelta
Wed 3/264:25 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops32h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/20$928
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/178:05 amCPT - LAX
1 stop37h 40mDelta
Sat 3/2911:20 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops36h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/20$929
This flightsite.co.za 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1711:20 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop46h 25mKLM
Sat 3/292:45 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop45h 25mKLM
Deal found 1/20$937
This travelstart.ae 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/811:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/223:30 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$938
This travelstart.ae 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1211:20 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/136:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$948
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/73:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops31h 45mAir France
Fri 3/144:25 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops29h 25mAir France
Deal found 1/21$958
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Mon 4/215:55 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/27:50 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$982
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops34h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 amLAX - JNB
3 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,027
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop31h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 9/178:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop25h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,049
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Thu 3/68:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 05mSWISS
Thu 3/138:00 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops53h 25mSWISS
Deal found 1/20$1,063
This Singapore 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/107:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop34h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 7/92:20 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops43h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,073

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/10

8:50 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop32h 56m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/23

7:20 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$919

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

7:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

4:25 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 00m

$928

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/17

8:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

11:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$929

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/17

11:20 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop46h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

2:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop45h 25m

$937

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

11:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop45h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

3:30 pm-8:10 am

2 stops31h 40m

$938

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

11:20 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop46h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

6:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop42h 00m

$948

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

3:20 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/14

4:25 pm-6:50 am

2 stops29h 25m

$958

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/7

7:05 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

6:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 55m

$974

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

7:35 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops36h 03m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-6:35 pm

3 stops27h 35m

$1,046

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/6

8:25 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/13

8:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops53h 25m

$1,063

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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, 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Delta and SWISS 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
3,360 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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 $617 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $702 and Turkish Airlines from $717 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 Sun City Resort Pilansberg - Los Angeles, Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$890Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$934Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$939Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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