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

Singapore Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Delta, KLM and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Los Angeles according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg?

There are 15 operators available for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg as of September 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:30 pm - 7:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

1:45 pm - 8:55 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

40h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,276Singapore Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 24

10:05 pm - 6:10 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

1:40 pm - 11:15 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

31h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Tokyo Narita

$1,278Singapore Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16

4:25 pm - 7:10 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m1 stop Cairo

9:45 pm - 12:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

24h 35m1 stop Cairo

$1,280Egyptair

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27

10:40 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1:15 am - 9:00 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

64h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,286Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Oct 11

10:40 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 pm - 6:19 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

39h 09m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,286Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29

3:10 pm - 8:40 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

4:50 pm - 12:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

30h 00m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,294Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 21 - Fri, Feb 5

3:10 pm - 8:40 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:10 am - 12:50 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

43h 40m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,294Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 2

6:45 am - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

48h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 12:42 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

28h 42m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,294Kenya Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 22

4:25 pm - 7:10 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m1 stop Cairo

9:45 pm - 12:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

24h 35m1 stop Cairo

$1,299Egyptair

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27

11:59 pm - 10:55 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

49h 56m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 12:42 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

28h 42m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,317Kenya Airways

Sat, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 22

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8:40 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5:00 pm - 2:12 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

30h 12m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,284Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

11:59 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 pm - 6:19 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

39h 09m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,284Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

6:45 am - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

48h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 pm - 8:59 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

53h 49m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,334Kenya Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27

12:18 pm - 12:15 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

50h 57m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:05 pm - 1:36 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

34h 31m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,374Kenya Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Oct 31

5:00 pm - 4:00 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

50h 00m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl

1:30 pm - 2:00 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

33h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,602Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 26

12:25 am - 7:55 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

11:10 am - 10:00 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

43h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,607Cathay Pacific

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Oct 2

4:40 pm - 5:30 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

1:30 pm - 2:25 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

33h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,619Emirates

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

4:40 pm - 8:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:50 pm - 12:45 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

27h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,619Emirates

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Nov 2

1:20 pm - 7:55 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

11:00 am - 9:20 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

32h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,634Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Nov 1

8:30 am - 9:10 amLAX Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

2:05 pm - 2:00 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles

32h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$6,822Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 28

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Singapore Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

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Singapore Airlines

Oct 18

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

34h 50m

1 stop

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 24

JNB1:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 10m

1 stop

LAX8:55 pmLos Angeles

$1,276

Singapore Airlines

Oct 4

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

34h 50m

1 stop

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 20

JNB8:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 25m

1 stop

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,410

Kenya Airways flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

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Kenya Airways

Oct 6

LAX6:45 amLos Angeles

48h 05m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 22

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 42m

2 stops

LAX12:42 pmLos Angeles

$1,294

Kenya Airways

Oct 3

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles

49h 56m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 22

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 42m

2 stops

LAX12:42 pmLos Angeles

$1,317

Kenya Airways

Sep 14

LAX6:45 amLos Angeles

48h 05m

2 stops

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 27

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

53h 49m

2 stops

LAX8:59 amLos Angeles

$1,334

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Sun 10/18

11:30 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop34h 50m

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Sat 10/24

1:45 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop40h 10m

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10:05 pm-6:10 am

1 stop46h 05m

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1:40 pm-11:15 am

2 stops31h 35m

$1,278

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4:25 pm-7:10 am

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Wed 1/27

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,280

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Mon 9/21

10:40 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/11

1:15 am-9:00 am

2 stops64h 45m

$1,286

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LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Los Angeles

Mon 9/21

10:40 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/29

12:10 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops39h 09m

$1,286

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LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Thu 1/21

3:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/5

4:50 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$1,294

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LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LAXJNB

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Thu 1/21

3:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/2

3:10 am-12:50 pm

2 stops43h 40m

$1,294

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Tue 10/6

6:45 am-3:50 pm

2 stops48h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/22

5:00 pm-12:42 pm

2 stops28h 42m

$1,294

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LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 1/18

4:25 pm-7:10 am

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/27

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,299

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Sat 10/3

11:59 pm-10:55 am

2 stops49h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/22

5:00 pm-12:42 pm

2 stops28h 42m

$1,317

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,258 to $1,558.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,276.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Los Angeles is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,219, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around $1,219.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,392 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Los Angeles for as low as $1,293 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$745
Fastest flight time	27h 35m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $745. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,276.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg takes 27h 35m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

How far is Los Angeles to Johannesburg by plane?
Los Angeles and Johannesburg are 10357.6 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 27h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg?
There are 15 operators available for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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SWISS	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,065 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $980	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,599 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,212 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,001	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,480 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $1,099	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 327 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,109	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,473 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,554 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,142	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,576 reviews	Search KLM flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,045 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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