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Cheapest return fare
R15 848
Typical prices: R15 576-R17 785
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 27/10Tue 3/11
JNB - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 149
Typical prices: R10 325-R12 662
Qatar Airways
Fri 16/10
JNB - LAX • 1 stop
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Not available
There are currently no direct flights between OR Tambo and Los Angeles. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg R14 621 (return)
Shortest trip • 26h 05m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (JNB-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 21:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
32h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
17:10 - 8:20LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 848Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 9
Delta Logo
21:20 - 12:32JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 - 19:10LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 864Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 26
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 14:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:00 - 8:20LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
R15 896Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
21:55 - 12:03JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
23h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:41 - 19:10LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 992Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 9
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 17:57JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
29h 57m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
British Airways Logo
21:30 - 10:25LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
R16 040British Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21
Air France Logo
18:50 - 11:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
23:15 - 10:20LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Paris Charles de Gaulle
R16 152Air France
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21
Air France Logo
18:50 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
27h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
18:25 - 10:20LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R16 184Air France
Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 13:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
25h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 - 21:35LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Cape Town Intl
R16 248Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 19:37JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
32h 22m2 stops London Heathrow San Francisco
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 - 21:35LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Cape Town Intl
R16 264Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 18:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
32h 55m2 stops London Heathrow Dublin
British Airways Logo
22:41 - 10:25LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
R16 328British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually cost between R17 248 and R21 386 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 848 on Virgin Atlantic (Oct 27–Nov 3).

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

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles is March, where tickets cost R15 672 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R21 883 and R20 298 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low season

March

Cheapest flight

R10 149
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from OR Tambo to Los Angeles

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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Los Angeles flights

  • What types of flights are available when booking flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    There are only connecting flights available when making the journey from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Iberia Airways, British Airways, and Delta Air Lines are among the airlines which offer flights in this route. The layovers take place in Heathrow Airport (LHR), Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG), and the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).

  • What hotels can you stay in while at the OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    There are a couple of hotels in which you can choose to spend the night, especially if you have an early morning flight from OR Tambo. The Intercontinental Hotel is located 4.4 miles away from the airport and is a good option for travelers. The Premier Hotel is located 3.5 miles away. This is the most convenient hotel in which you can choose to stay due to its close proximity to the airport.

  • What are the parking options in OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    There are a couple of parking options available at OR Tambo. The short term parking lots are those in Parkade 1 Basement, and the Parkade 2 North and South Parkings. The Pizza Pick-up Parking is also a short-term parking option.The long stay parking areas are those of the Car Ports and the Shaded Parkings 1 and 2.

  • Are there lounges in the OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    There are a couple of lounges which you can use to refresh as you travel through the OR Tambo airport. The Shongololo Premium Lounge and the Mashonzha Lounge are located in the International Departures, Terminal A. Bidvest Premier Lounge also has a section in this area and in the domestic departures of Terminal B.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles was R10 149 for a one-way ticket and R15 848 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles, Virgin Atlantic or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles are Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. With an average price for the route of R16 447 and an overall rating of 7,4, Virgin Atlantic is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R17 844 and an overall rating of 6,7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles

  • In the case of a late evening arrival into the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), you can choose to stay in the Hyatt Regency Hotel located 0.5 miles away from LAX. Also, the Homewood Suites by Hilton, located 0.2 miles away and the Renaissance Hotel located 0.6 miles away are good options too.
  • For mothers with infants, there are nursing rooms located all over LAX. There are new nursing rooms in Terminals 2, 4, and 5. Terminals 1, 3, 6, 7, and 8 have nursing rooms as well.
  • There are several lounges located in various terminals at LAX, The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is located in Terminal 6’s airside, the Alaska Lounge is also in Terminal 6 (in the Mezzanine Level near Gate 64), and the American Airlines Admirals Club also has a couple of lounges in Terminals 4 and 5.
  • LAX has even got a beach-themed childrens' play area located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • LAX has pet relief areas in all its terminals. Terminal 1 has its area near Gate 13, in Terminal 2 it's near gate 21 and Gate 33, in Terminal 3 it's near Gate 20B, in Terminal 5 it's along the bridge to the Tom Bradley International Terminal, in Terminal 6 it's near Gate 62, and in Terminal 7 it's near Gate 71A.

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