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Cheapest return flight
R18 796
Typical prices: R20 663-R30 110
Kenya Airways
Sun 4/2Tue 13/2
LAX - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R12 484-R20 233
Egyptair
Tue 20/2
LAX - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Johannesburg. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg R22 973 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 23h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg (LAX-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

Thu, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 13
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23:59 - 0:25LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 26m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 20:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
37h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 796Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, Mar 21 - Sun, Apr 18
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16:00 - 15:50LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 14:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
30h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 927Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Mar 21 - Sat, Apr 17
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16:00 - 15:50LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 14:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
30h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 927Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 9
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23:59 - 15:50LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 - 1:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
47h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R19 125Kenya Airways
12 hours ago
Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Apr 3
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12:15 - 0:25LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 9:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
49h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R19 289Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 18
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16:20 - 9:10LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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16:50 - 14:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
54h 10m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R19 388Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Mar 25 - Sun, Apr 18
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6:00 - 0:25LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
57h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 22:37JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
38h 37m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R19 585Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 18
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23:49 - 15:50LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 01m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 15:52JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
31h 52m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R19 651Kenya Airways
2 days ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 10
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9:15 - 22:00LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:55 - 11:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
45h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R26 722KLM
12 hours ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Feb 9
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9:15 - 22:00LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:55 - 11:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
45h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R26 722KLM
12 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg at R20 045 return.
•July (R27 199) and December (R26 508) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Johannesburg flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg takes 00m, covering 26 842 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Johannesburg flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg range from R20 663 to R30 110, with an average of R23 724 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 663 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the R23 724 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Johannesburg looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Johannesburg are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R20 244, which is 34% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Johannesburg?

    Since Johannesburg is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) – daily rates averaging R489:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Avis

    Near Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) – daily rates averaging R445:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Woodford
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and may arrive at several airports in Johannesburg area, including Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA) and Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R21 937 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R25 620, a difference of R3 684.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Johannesburg?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 12m, compared to 23h 28m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 23h 50m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Johannesburg?

    Johannesburg is 10 hours ahead of Los Angeles (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R21 937, which is about R3 684 less than Friday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Johannesburg trip for January. Fares historically average R20 045 return in that month – typically R7 153 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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