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$596+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Los Angeles (LAX)

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JNB — LAX
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Round-trip from

$917
(SWISS)

One-way from

$603
(flightsite.co.za)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$941
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 febrero 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/610:00 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 46mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/1911:00 amLAX - JNB
2 stops22h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$918
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dom. 3/98:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops33h 05mUnited Airlines
sáb. 3/2211:15 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$918
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 3/107:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
lun. 3/172:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$925
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/167:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 30mDelta
dom. 3/236:00 amLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/19$930
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/1611:55 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops31h 39mKLM
dom. 3/2311:05 amLAX - JNB
2 stops25h 55mKLM
Deal found 2/19$942
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 4/711:15 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 4/145:15 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$967
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/128:05 amCPT - LAX
2 stops41h 12mDelta
dom. 4/1311:50 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops36h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/20$992
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/277:30 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop34h 45mVirgin Atlantic
mié. 3/511:55 amLAX - JNB
2 stops37h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/20$1,004
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/228:30 amCPT - LAX
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 3/2911:15 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,011
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/1211:55 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop26h 35mSWISS
dom. 4/137:35 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop29h 25mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$1,015
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/237:50 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop32h 15mSingapore Airlines
sáb. 9/1311:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop33h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,039
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/139:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 50mBritish Airways
mié. 8/203:40 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,053

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 febrero 20, 2025.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 3/6

10:00 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop33h 46m

Los Angeles

mié. 3/19

11:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$918

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

dom. 3/9

8:50 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/22

11:15 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$918

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/16

7:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

dom. 3/23

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$930

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/16

10:10 am-4:15 pm

1 stop39h 05m

Los Angeles

dom. 3/23

6:30 pm-7:05 am

1 stop27h 35m

$933

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/16

11:55 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops31h 39m

Los Angeles

dom. 3/23

11:05 am-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$942

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/7

5:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Los Angeles

lun. 4/14

1:40 pm-10:35 am

1 stop35h 55m

$952

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/7

11:15 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Los Angeles

lun. 4/14

5:15 pm-8:30 am

1 stop30h 15m

$967

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

mié. 3/12

8:05 am-4:17 pm

2 stops41h 12m

Los Angeles

dom. 4/13

11:50 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$992

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/7

6:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Los Angeles

lun. 4/14

11:10 am-10:15 am

2 stops38h 05m

$1,005

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 3/22

8:30 am-12:00 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/29

11:15 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,011

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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 febrero 20, 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 febrero 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

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 $603 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $744 and Singapore Airlines from $787 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, Cape Town Intl - Los Angeles or Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$892Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$934Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$939Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$952Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$984Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,076Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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