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Los Angeles.$1,488 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,488, select.
Los Angeles.$1,489 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,489, select.
Los Angeles.$1,489 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,489, select.
Los Angeles.$1,491 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,491, select.
Los Angeles.$1,512 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,512, select.
Los Angeles.$1,515 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,515, select.
Los Angeles.$1,577 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,577, select.
Los Angeles.$1,592 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,592, select.

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Johannesburg to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Johannesburg to Los Angeles: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,488
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International is $1,488. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International. But we found flights with one stop from $1,488.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport on Saturday, 11 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg and Los Angeles International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles International is Delta .

Flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) jetting off from here.

  • Los Angeles is nine hours behind Johannesburg. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to LAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to LAX leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • HLA is about 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take 50 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Johannesburg to LAX flight? Check in to a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Central Los Angeles is about 19 kilometres from Los Angeles International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Right now, $1,109 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,488. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg to LAX. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Johannesburg to LAX couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport.

The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If crowds aren't your thing, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Johannesburg to LAX flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • February has temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

  • Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • Your visit to Los Angeles isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • Around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles, Bakersfield is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.

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