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Cheapest return fare
£989
Typical prices: £928-£1,035
Ethiopian Air
Tue 6/10Fri 23/10
LAX - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£621
Typical prices: £576-£703
Turkish Airlines
Thu 29/10
LAX - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Johannesburg. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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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

Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:30 - 13:30LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 15:19JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
33h 49m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£989Ethiopian Air
Mon, 18 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
Singapore Airlines Logo
22:05 - 06:10LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
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13:40 - 11:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
31h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Tokyo Narita
£1,026Singapore Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:30 - 22:25LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 10:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
26h 00m1 stop Istanbul
£1,036Turkish Airlines
Mon, 18 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Etihad Airways Logo
23:59 - 08:25LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 26m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 00:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
48h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,050Etihad Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:00 - 08:15LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 15m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:50 - 21:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
44h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£1,086Multiple Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:30 - 13:30LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 15:19JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
49h 29m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£1,103Ethiopian Air
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 13 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:45 - 10:55LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
09:45 - 10:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
59h 05m2 stops Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. Istanbul
£1,118Turkish Airlines
Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:30 - 22:25LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:20 - 16:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
£1,126Turkish Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:00 - 08:15LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 15m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:50 - 23:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
48h 09m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£1,131Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:00 - 08:15LAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 15m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:50 - 21:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
44h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£1,146Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg 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?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Los Angeles usually cost between £944 and £1,203 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £989 on Ethiopian Air (6 Oct–23 Oct).

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

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is March, where tickets cost £913 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,246 and £1,199 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£621
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
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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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FAQs for booking Los Angeles to 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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was £621 for a one-way ticket and £989 for a return.

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

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

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to 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 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 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 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 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.

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