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$563+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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One-way from

$563
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/258:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 12/67:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$948
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/213:32 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops29h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/267:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$964
This Turkish 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/271:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop35h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/57:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$970
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.
Sun 11/242:00 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop33h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 11/265:40 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops53h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,328
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2410:55 amLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/61:15 amJNB - LAX
2 stops43h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,383
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:45 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Mon 1/1311:55 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 05mKLM
Deal found 11/19$1,476
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:10 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 15mSWISS
Mon 1/138:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop30h 05mSWISS
Deal found 11/19$1,549
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:45 amLAX - JNB
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/157:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,562
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:55 amLAX - JNB
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Wed 1/157:45 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops27h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,598
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2110:45 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops28h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/262:35 pmJNB - LAX
3 stops35h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,610
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2410:55 amLAX - JNB
1 stop34h 45mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/1511:05 amJNB - LAX
1 stop43h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$1,765

Find flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo 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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Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

7:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/30

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop26h 50m

$932

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 3/7

8:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/13

7:25 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$943

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 12/3

8:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/27

7:25 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$951

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

11:30 pm-7:40 am

1 stop47h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/17

11:20 am-10:15 pm

1 stop43h 55m

$1,033

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

11:20 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/24

2:35 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops35h 00m

$1,035

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

10:55 am-7:40 am

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/5

10:00 am-10:36 pm

2 stops46h 36m

$1,126

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

7:45 am-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/4

11:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$1,292

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/30

6:50 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops30h 58m

$1,326

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 2/2

10:55 am-7:40 am

1 stop34h 45m

$563

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 12/7

6:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 55m

$721

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to OR Tambo in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
StudentUniversePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 67 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,183). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 LAX to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Cathay Pacific. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 0 flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $909. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $926, and British Airways, from $951. American Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $563 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $721 and Etihad Airways from $739 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Most of the time, Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights that have layovers will stop in London. Istanbul sees the next most layovers on Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $40 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

    If you're on a layover in Istanbul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, or Ayasofya. Those on a layover in Istanbul interested in visiting Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, or Ayasofya can do so by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 22.2 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those looking to explore during their layover in Istanbul can rent a car from Istanbul for about $28 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Doha. Newark sees the second fewest layovers for non-direct flights flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to OR Tambo 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 Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,183). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo. 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
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$793Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$875Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$890Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$919Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$919Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$942Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$969Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,051Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,096Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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