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R10 217 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

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Cheapest return fare
R15 676
Typical prices: R18 190-R25 336
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/4Tue 28/4
LAX - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 217
Typical prices: R9 994-R13 002
Singapore Airlines
Thu 20/8
LAX - JNB • 1 stop
Top airlines
Singapore Airlines
Cheapest • from R16 058 (return)
KLM
Best reviews • 7,7 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and OR Tambo. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Doha (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R20 933 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 21h 05m (one-way)
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January
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (LAX-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
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20:45 - 15:50
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JNB
34h 05m
2 stops
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17:00 - 14:09
JNB
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LAX
30h 09m
2 stops
R15 676Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
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20:36 - 15:50
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JNB
34h 14m
2 stops
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12:10 - 14:10
JNB
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LAX
35h 00m
2 stops
R15 787Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Sep 2
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0:15 - 18:35
LAX
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JNB
33h 20m
1 stop
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19:50 - 21:50
JNB
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LAX
35h 00m
1 stop
R16 058Singapore Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Wed, Aug 26
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0:15 - 18:35
LAX
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JNB
33h 20m
1 stop
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19:50 - 12:50
JNB
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LAX
50h 00m
2 stops
R16 249Singapore Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 23
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20:55 - 18:35
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JNB
36h 40m
1 stop
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19:50 - 21:20
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LAX
34h 30m
1 stop
R16 392Singapore Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Sep 2
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0:15 - 18:35
LAX
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JNB
33h 20m
1 stop
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19:50 - 12:50
JNB
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LAX
50h 00m
2 stops
R16 583Singapore Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 30
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23:05 - 15:50
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JNB
31h 45m
2 stops
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12:10 - 14:10
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LAX
35h 00m
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R16 679Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Sep 7
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0:15 - 18:35
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JNB
33h 20m
1 stop
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19:50 - 21:50
JNB
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LAX
35h 00m
1 stop
R16 726Singapore Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18
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20:45 - 15:50
LAX
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JNB
34h 05m
2 stops
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12:10 - 14:09
JNB
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LAX
34h 59m
2 stops
R16 885Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Sep 7
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0:15 - 18:35
LAX
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JNB
33h 20m
1 stop
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19:50 - 12:50
JNB
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LAX
50h 00m
2 stops
R16 917Singapore Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to OR Tambo flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport departing in April.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is January, where tickets cost R18 779 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R25 638 and R24 508 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightR10 217
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from Los Angeles to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

When to book flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Los Angeles to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • Where can I park at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    The most convenient place to park is in the Central Terminal Area. There are several parking spaces in this area which is a short walk from the main terminals. You can park here long-term while you're away in Johannesburg. If you are on a budget, you can park in the economy lot close to the cell phone waiting lot.

  • How can I get to my hotel or Airbnb from the OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    The Gautrain Rail runs from the Tambo International Airport to many nearby cities in South Africa. You can take the rail to Johannesburg Park Station, the Sandton Station, and the Pretoria Station. You can catch the train at the departure level of the international terminal.

  • Where can I eat at these two airports?

    When you're at the Johannesburg/Tambo Airport (JNB) , you can eat at a pizza shop, a seafood restaurant, and a burger/steak house. At the Los Angeles Airport (LAX), there are several popular restaurants in the terminals. There is a Planet Hollywood, a California Pizza Kitchen, a Carl's Jr., and WPizza by Wolfgang Puck.

  • Can I exchange my US dollars for the South African rand at the Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    Yes, you can. There are several currency exchange centers just beyond the arrivals hall. The airport also has ATM or cash machines that accept foreign withdrawals. These are in the Central Terminal, on the Mezzanine Level, and in Terminal A.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was R10 217 for a one-way ticket and R15 676 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg are British Airways and KLM. With an average price for the route of R24 997 and an overall rating of 6,7, British Airways is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R21 198 and an overall rating of 7,7.

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

    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 Los Angeles to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

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

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • From the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Johannesburg's OR Tambo International (JNB), your flight route will involve a plane change in a major city. You might stop in domestic cities like Newark or Atlanta, or in international cities such as Doha, Amsterdam, and Paris. Your layover could be a little over an hour or could last for several hours.
  • The Los Angeles Airport (LAX) has an automated people mover that makes getting from one gate to another a lot easier. In addition to terminals, the train stops at ground transportation, long-term parking, and the car rental center. Elevators, escalators, and moving sidewalks also help passengers get around the airport much faster.
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB in Johannesburg) is a very busy airport. It offers both domestic and international flights to destinations all over the world. This airport is convenient to many cities in South Africa. It is 24min from Johannesburg, 45min from Soweto, and 38min from Pretoria.
  • If your flight should get in late or should you have a departure delay, there is a hotel inside the Tambo International Airport Terminal. The Protea Airport Transit Hotel is on the departure level inside the international terminal. Some amenities travelers can enjoy while staying at this hotel include an onsite bar/restaurant, wireless internet, and satellite tv.
  • Relax with a massage or get a beauty service such as a facial or a manicure before you leave for your trip to Johannesburg. At the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), there are spas in Terminal 1 and Terminal 5.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to OR Tambo

 
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KLMOverall score based on 1461 reviews
7,6Comfort
7,1Entertainment
7,8Boarding
8,4Crew
7,3Food
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Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Feb 2026
AMS - NCL
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Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

Delay and had to run between flight to get my connection due to this delay but besides that the overall experience was ok. I arrived with just an hour of delay.

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

Couldn’t get boarding pass in SLC even with help from a redcoat, so had to find a desk in AMS to get boarding pass. Technical problems so not sure why. Very inconvenient. The KLM app is not as user friendly as most apps. Also had to wait almost an hour on the tarmac for a fuel truck, which caused us to miss a connecting bus in LUX.

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

KLM remains a quality flag carrier airline which maintains its standards whilst all their competitors are lowering theirs.

Very bad Instead 22 hour it take me more that 35 hour to arrive from Los Angeles to Phuket and they changed my flight in Hong Kong to Shanghai china and in order to get my bag I was forced to vet china visa entrry

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

Crew was very good, but could have checked on us when meals were not being served also.

I didn't have much experience with Cathay Pacific airlines because of delay and missed connections, the bulk of the trip was on Japan Airlines.

Flight delayed first from bad weather, then after boarding there was a problem with the plane. We had to get off and onto another plane...connections were missed and the trip took an additional 10 hours!! Pre-paid seatting was not honored due ro last minute carrier changes. Most of the trip was on Japan Airline.

Vegetarian options should be included with every meal. Even just simple steamed vegetables and whole grains would capture a wide audience.

Cramped, hot and the plane was grubby. Also the plane was an hour late and it took an hour to get my luggage once I got to LAX.

Extensive delays, poor organization to board people, as it felt like chaos to get inside of the plane. No lines, everyone gathering together like a mayhem, very confusing. Passengers out of hand and rude, which is not the airlines fault. However, there should be rules, e.g., not letting one passenger take 2+ spots in the overhead bin.

The crew, pilots and flight attendants were all amazing. What could be better is reinforcing that seats cannot be reclined at departure and landing. I had a person seated in front of me who had her seat all the way inclined, including during take-off - after the crew asked her to seat upright. Cathay Pacific should reinforce this safety request and perhaps penalize those who don't follow it. I felt very unsafe with this person limiting my space and perhaps putting my life in danger in the "unlikely" case of an emergency.

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Entertainment kept turning itself off. Gave up on watching a movie.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

I have travelled many times on Turkish, but they always board at least 30-40 minutes past the stated time. If informed properly, passengers can choose to spend more time in the .lounge instead of standing around by the gate waiting to board. The new lounge at DFW was a big disappointment. The aircraft itself was a shock. In the past I have flown this sector with regular business class seating configuration of 1-2-1, The 2-3-2 seating is very disappointing after paying such high prices for tickets. The DFW to Istanbul segment was slightly better, but the Istanbul to Delhi segment was no better than premium economy. I will try to travel more on airlines which give business class passengers more value for their money.

Good overall. Seat spacing a bit tight between IST and ISB.

Excellent staff despite some trying passenger situations. Very impressed with their good attitudes and kindness.

Crew were unfriendly, touch screen for movies didn't work very well, seats were tight and uncomfortable

After arriving in Istanbul, the transit information on the electronic board showed a tight departure time, and the gate changed in the middle, making it difficult to make it on time.

Typically good service onboard but baggage delay in airport was significant

My, Syed Zawar Hussein Shirazi frequently flyer membership number was not included on my boarding pass from O’Hare to Istanbul despite my reminder to the attendant at check in. Further she forgot to give me my boarding pass form Istanbul to Lahore and she needs to improve her customer service, please 🙏

Everything about that day was great I was happy with how things went as a first time traveling with the airline thank you for all that you’ve doing by taking us there to our various destinations thanks.

They oversold the tickets by one which was my ticket so I didn’t have a ticket till last second

Not good. I was supposed to be in Mint but got in economy class

They had us seating down for one hour just waiting on the plane

Flying with BA is always a good experience—even in economy class. It is better if in business and first class. Timely, breeze through security and timely connections

The issue was not with BA it was with the link yoiu sent fopr booking the flight

Loved the boarding option from Business class lounge, experience on flight was excellent, plenty of good food choices

Awful it always is unfortunately is the only way to fly direct to london

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

Airlines have to stop assuming passengers bring entertainment. Provide it like you used to in business class and above!! N

Need to offer Better food from LAX to London Service from London to Delhi very delayed after take off.

Great crew and food and beverage. Seating tight but not the airline's fault. Will definitely fly BA in future!

Crying baby the ENTIRE flight. Not your fault, but I paid 2700 for a premium economy ticket and it wasn't worth it. should have just stuck with coach. flight attendants very mediocre - minimal effort. Plane didn't seem very clean. Didn't have any cleansing wipes - most airlines give you this when you board. Flat screen scrolling didn't work. Toiletry case a joke - why bother at all?

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