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$686+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Johannesburg

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LAX — JNB
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Johannesburg are usually found in November or January, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Round-trip from

$982
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$686
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,257
From Los Angeles to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mon 12/16:55 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop29h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/177:05 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/3$977
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Tue 6/35:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop28h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/117:25 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$982
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/261:25 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop33h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 8/3111:20 amJNB - LAX
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/4$995
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mon 5/198:05 pmLAX - JNB
1 stop25h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 5/269:15 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/4$998
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 11/212:59 amLAX - JNB
2 stops31h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/113:05 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops30h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,072
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Wed 4/2311:30 amLAX - JNB
2 stops60h 50mSWISS
Sat 5/171:00 pmJNB - LAX
2 stops60h 30mSWISS
Deal found 4/4$1,100
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:30 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/187:35 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,144
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/204:20 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops61h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 4/288:40 pmJNB - LAX
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,157
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 11/285:30 pmLAX - JNB
2 stops38h 25mLufthansa
Tue 12/1610:40 amJNB - LAX
2 stops36h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/3$1,229
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Tue 7/84:40 pmLAX - HLA
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1812:55 pmHLA - LAX
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,853

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

5:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

7:25 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$982

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

1:25 pm-7:40 am

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/31

11:20 am-11:20 am

1 stop33h 00m

$995

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

8:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/26

9:15 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$998

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

12:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/14

5:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$1,016

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Wed 4/23

7:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/17

1:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops60h 30m

$1,083

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 4/20

5:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/28

7:00 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,135

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

5:30 pm-8:35 am

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/18

7:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$1,144

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 4/20

4:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops61h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/28

8:40 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,157

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

4:35 pm-8:35 am

2 stops31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/17

7:00 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,262

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX - JNB

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

11:45 am-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

6:50 pm-4:11 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$1,343

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 19 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?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 18% 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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 Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, 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 Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and SWISS from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. On average, Los Angeles has 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day from 14 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    American Airlines, at $982, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Cathay Pacific. Users have found that American Airlines is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $718. Users have also found prices from $770 and $782 on SWISS and Lufthansa, respectively.

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

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

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Travelers on a layover in London can visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace, by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi, respectively after landing at 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?

    The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani are located about 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $28 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$793Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
SWISSCheapest$800Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$875Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$898Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$919Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$948Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$966Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$998Average$1,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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