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$675+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Los Angeles (LAX)

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JNB — LAX
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$943
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$675
(oojo)
From South Africa to Los Angeles
One-way flight 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 December 18, 2024.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2710:00 amCPT - LAX
1 stop37h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 1/2810:20 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop23h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/18$1,024
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

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 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

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/15

9:30 am-4:30 pm

2 stops41h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

7:10 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$1,020

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

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/24

9:15 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$1,033

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/15

9:30 am-4:36 pm

2 stops65h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/24

12:51 am-4:10 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$1,040

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

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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 $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 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 December 18, 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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, KLM and Air France 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.
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3,412 reviews

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8.1

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8.3

Food

7.9

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8.0

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8.2

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

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Very good
3,412 reviews
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Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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1 / 10

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

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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 $675 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $696 and Delta from $825 one-way.

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

  • 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 $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 South Africa to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$609Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$889Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$917Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,112FlexibilityNo 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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