Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 26h 55m.

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

Singapore Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Los Angeles?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,314.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

London (LHR) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 5h 28m.

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

Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport are updated daily.

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

As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

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

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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,336 to $974. The lowest price recently found on this route was $980.

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7:25 pm - 11:30 am

JNB

LAX

25h 05m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 7:00 am

LAX

JNB

27h 55m

1 stop

$980Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

6:00 pm - 11:40 am

JNB

LAX

26h 40m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 10:30 am

LAX

JNB

36h 05m

1 stop

$995Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 25 - Mon, Jun 8

7:25 pm - 6:15 pm

JNB

LAX

31h 50m

1 stop

4:30 pm - 7:00 am

LAX

JNB

29h 30m

1 stop

$1,022British Airways

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

9:15 pm - 10:00 pm

JNB

LAX

33h 45m

2 stops

6:05 pm - 7:00 am

LAX

JNB

27h 55m

1 stop

$1,042British Airways

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

9:15 pm - 8:24 am

JNB

LAX

44h 09m

2 stops

6:05 pm - 7:00 am

LAX

JNB

27h 55m

1 stop

$1,050Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

7:25 pm - 6:52 pm

JNB

LAX

32h 27m

2 stops

6:05 pm - 9:25 am

LAX

JNB

30h 20m

1 stop

$1,055British Airways

Mon, May 25 - Mon, Jun 8

7:25 pm - 11:30 am

JNB

LAX

25h 05m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 9:25 am

LAX

JNB

30h 20m

1 stop

$1,072Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 20 - Sat, May 30

5:50 pm - 11:40 am

JNB

LAX

26h 50m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 10:30 am

LAX

JNB

29h 20m

1 stop

$1,087Turkish Airlines

Sat, May 23 - Mon, Aug 31

9:15 pm - 8:15 pm

JNB

LAX

32h 00m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 9:25 am

LAX

JNB

30h 20m

1 stop

$1,090American Airlines

Mon, May 25 - Mon, Jun 8

9:15 pm - 8:20 pm

JNB

LAX

32h 05m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 9:25 am

LAX

JNB

30h 20m

1 stop

$1,097Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 1

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles

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United Airlines

May 17

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 10m

2 stops

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles

May 24

LAX9:35 pmLos Angeles

35h 55m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,189

United Airlines

Jun 18

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

2 stops

LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles

Jul 3

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

34h 00m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,199

United Airlines

Apr 13

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 44m

2 stops

LAX11:44 pmLos Angeles

Apr 20

LAX11:02 pmLos Angeles

34h 28m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,510

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles

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Qatar Airways

Jul 25

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 05m

1 stop

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles

Aug 1

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

38h 00m

1 stop

JNB3:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,205

Qatar Airways

Jul 25

JNB2:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 15m

1 stop

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles

Aug 1

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

38h 00m

1 stop

JNB3:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,234

Qatar Airways

Aug 1

JNB2:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 15m

1 stop

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles

Aug 15

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,240

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Tue 5/19

7:25 pm-11:30 am

1 stop25h 05m

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Tue 5/26

6:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 55m

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6:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop26h 40m

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Tue 5/19

7:25 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop31h 50m

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4:30 pm-7:00 am

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$1,022

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Tue 5/19

9:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

6:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 55m

$1,042

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JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/19

9:15 pm-8:24 am

2 stops44h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

6:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 55m

$1,050

JohannesburgLos Angeles

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JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/25

7:25 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops32h 27m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/8

6:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 20m

$1,055

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/20

7:25 pm-11:30 am

1 stop25h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/30

6:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 20m

$1,072

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/23

5:50 pm-11:40 am

1 stop26h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/31

8:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

$1,087

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/25

9:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/8

6:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 20m

$1,090

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/18

9:15 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/1

6:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 20m

$1,097

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

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 OR Tambo Airport, with most prices found around $973. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during September instead. Flights to Los Angeles in September, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $976.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $1,057 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 OR Tambo Airport for as low as $966 on momondo.

How have Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles takes 26h 05m

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How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles Los Angeles by plane?
The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo and Los Angeles Los Angeles is about 10366.7 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 26h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.
What is the most popular airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles is Delta, representing 35% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 20%, American Airlines at 14%, and Turkish Airlines at 11%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,555 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,545 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $943	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $944	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,298 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $964	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,384 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $991	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,487 reviews	Search KLM flights
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