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Cheap flights from South Africa to Los Angeles from R10 829

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 944

One-way from

R10 829

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 710
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 8/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 35m total
  • South Africa to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 05m total
  • South Africa to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R28 386 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 631 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 March 2025.

Thu 8/517:50JNB - LAX
1 stop26h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 21/519:55LAX - JNB
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/3R16 944
Sun 11/58:40CPT - LAX
1 stop40h 50mSWISS
Sun 25/519:35LAX - CPT
2 stops36h 10mSWISS
Deal found 23/3R16 963
Wed 7/518:50JNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mAir France
Wed 14/518:30LAX - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir France
Deal found 23/3R17 363
Wed 7/518:50JNB - LAX
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/510:15LAX - JNB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R17 381
Wed 7/518:50JNB - LAX
1 stop32h 20mDelta
Thu 15/520:05LAX - JNB
2 stops27h 25mDelta
Deal found 23/3R17 399
Sun 11/520:05CPT - LAX
1 stop36h 24mDelta
Sun 25/513:50LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Deal found 23/3R17 399
Thu 12/623:15CPT - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Mon 30/613:50LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 23/3R17 472
Wed 16/720:40JNB - LAX
1 stop33h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 28/720:05LAX - JNB
1 stop29h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/3R17 709
Mon 5/523:15JNB - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Thu 15/513:50LAX - JNB
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Deal found 23/3R18 983
Wed 7/519:35JNB - LAX
1 stop29h 55mSWISS
Wed 14/516:35LAX - JNB
2 stops55h 45mSWISS
Deal found 23/3R19 147
Sun 24/819:25JNB - LAX
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 17/913:35LAX - JNB
1 stop34h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/3R19 219
Sun 30/38:10JNB - LAX
1 stop38h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 30/416:20LAX - JNB
1 stop38h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R19 747

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

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

17:50-11:45

1 stop26h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/5

19:55-10:35

1 stop29h 40m

R16 944

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

8:40-16:30

1 stop40h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 25/5

19:35-16:45

2 stops36h 10m

R16 963

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

18:50-18:10

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 14/5

18:30-8:30

1 stop29h 00m

R17 363

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

18:50-11:20

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 14/5

10:15-21:20

2 stops26h 05m

R17 381

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

18:50-18:10

1 stop32h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

20:05-8:30

2 stops27h 25m

R17 399

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

20:05-0:49

1 stop37h 44m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/5

0:59-21:10

2 stops35h 11m

R17 399

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/6

23:15-14:50

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 30/6

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

R17 472

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

20:40-20:45

1 stop33h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/7

20:05-10:20

1 stop29h 15m

R17 709

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

23:15-14:50

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

13:50-21:20

1 stop22h 30m

R18 983

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

19:35-16:30

1 stop29h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 14/5

16:35-9:20

2 stops55h 45m

R19 147

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of R924). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 23 March 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 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 23 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 888 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
768 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles. It is only a 15,1 km journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • 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 R10 829 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R12 176 and Turkish Airlines from R14 287 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Los Angeles, Cape Town Intl - Los Angeles or Hoedspruit - Los Angeles when deciding on the best route 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Los Angeles (average of R924). Flying from South Africa to Los Angeles in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 948AverageR21 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 073AverageR17 153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR15 132AverageR17 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 352AverageR19 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 373AverageR21 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestR16 486AverageR23 615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 501AverageR17 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR16 597AverageR20 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 909AverageR19 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 247AverageR21 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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