What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Johannesburg according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport?

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There are 9 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:35 pm - 1:25 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

6:00 pm - 10:25 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

$929British Airways

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2

6:50 pm - 10:50 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

26h 00m1 stop Istanbul

6:30 pm - 10:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 55m1 stop Istanbul

$933Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 4

7:35 pm - 1:25 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

6:00 pm - 10:25 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

$933British Airways

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2

12:20 am - 10:50 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

44h 30m1 stop Istanbul

6:30 pm - 10:55 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop Istanbul

$941Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

9:40 pm - 2:10 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

11:50 am - 7:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$942Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

9:40 pm - 10:39 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

34h 59m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:30 am - 7:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$944Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 4

9:40 pm - 2:10 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

8:00 am - 7:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$947Delta

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

9:40 pm - 2:10 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

1:50 pm - 10:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$979Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

9:40 pm - 2:10 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

7:00 am - 7:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$989Delta

Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 4

7:40 pm - 4:35 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

30h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

1:50 pm - 10:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,017Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 31

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11:59 pm - 7:30 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

29h 31m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 pm - 11:25 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

11:59 pm - 10:31 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

32h 32m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl

6:15 am - 10:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,276Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

1:25 pm - 1:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

34h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

3:50 pm - 4:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,308Emirates

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

8:20 pm - 7:40 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

33h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:25 pm - 3:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 10m3 stops Dublin Manchester Doha Hamad Intl

$1,697Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

8:20 am - 4:34 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

65h 14m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:17 pm - 3:55 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 38m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome Addis Ababa Bole

$2,113Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

7:35 pm - 3:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

30h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

3:30 pm - 10:25 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

$4,329British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Dec 24

7:35 pm - 3:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

30h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

3:55 pm - 7:35 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 40m2 stops San Francisco London Heathrow

$4,612British Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Dec 24

10:00 pm - 10:56 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

34h 56m1 stop Newark

11:14 pm - 6:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

57h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

$4,870United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Dec 21

10:00 am - 1:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

37h 50m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl

11:34 am - 4:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 06m2 stops San Francisco Dubai Intl

$9,171Emirates

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Dec 24

10:00 am - 1:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

37h 50m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl

3:50 pm - 7:55 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

54h 05m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare

$9,598Emirates

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Dec 21

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Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 19

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

LAX10:50 amLos Angeles

Dec 4

LAX6:30 pmLos Angeles

41h 55m

1 stop

JNB10:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$933

Turkish Airlines

Nov 8

JNB12:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

44h 30m

1 stop

LAX10:50 amLos Angeles

Nov 16

LAX6:30 pmLos Angeles

30h 25m

1 stop

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$941

Turkish Airlines

Nov 16

JNB6:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

LAX10:50 amLos Angeles

Nov 23

LAX6:30 pmLos Angeles

30h 25m

1 stop

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$949

Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

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Virgin Atlantic

Dec 24

JNB9:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:10 pmLos Angeles

Dec 31

LAX11:50 amLos Angeles

21h 20m

1 stop

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$942

Virgin Atlantic

Nov 19

JNB9:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 59m

2 stops

LAX10:39 pmLos Angeles

Dec 4

LAX11:30 amLos Angeles

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$944

Virgin Atlantic

Dec 10

JNB9:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 46m

2 stops

LAX9:26 pmLos Angeles

Dec 31

LAX11:50 amLos Angeles

21h 20m

1 stop

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$948

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Tue 1/19

7:35 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop27h 50m

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6:00 pm-10:25 am

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6:30 pm-10:25 pm

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1 stop30h 25m

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12:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop44h 30m

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1 stop30h 25m

$941

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/24

9:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/31

11:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$942

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/19

9:40 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops34h 59m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/4

11:30 am-7:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$944

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/24

9:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/31

8:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$947

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/24

9:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/31

1:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$979

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/19

9:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/4

7:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$989

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LAX Los Angeles

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/10

7:40 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/31

1:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,017

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Los Angeles?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $976 to $1,263.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $929.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Johannesburg, with most prices found around $991. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg during February instead. Flights to Los Angeles in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $996.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $1,124 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg for as low as $1,032 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$528
Fastest flight time	26h 30m
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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is $528. The best round-trip flight deal from Johannesburg to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $929.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles takes 26h 30m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Los Angeles.

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How far is Johannesburg to Los Angeles by plane?
The straight-line distance from Johannesburg to Los Angeles is 10357.6 mi. Typically, this will take 26h 30m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,222 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $938	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,277 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $957	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,461 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $957	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 699 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $970	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,460 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,697 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom $985	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,653 reviews	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,113	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,711 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,302	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,686 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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