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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Johannesburg according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 13 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?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport is 13 as of January 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 that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers 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 to Los Angeles Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport 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 licence 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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19:45 - 13:05

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12:25 - 18:35

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R15 446United Airlines

Sun, Feb 8 - Fri, Mar 27

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25h 05m

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R15 561British Airways

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

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31h 43m

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R15 610British Airways

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

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R15 659British Airways

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R15 987Delta

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R16 052Delta

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R16 085Delta

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R16 102Delta

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36h 05m

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R16 118Turkish Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 26

United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

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Feb 8

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 20m

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LAX13:05Los Angeles

Mar 27

LAX12:25Los Angeles

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JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 446

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May 3

JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

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LAX11:38Los Angeles

May 10

LAX7:00Los Angeles

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JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 331

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May 3

JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 33m

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LAX11:38Los Angeles

May 10

LAX5:45Los Angeles

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JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 20

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 05m

1 stop

LAX11:10Los Angeles

Mar 13

LAX19:45Los Angeles

30h 05m

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JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 708

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Mar 22

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 05m

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LAX12:10Los Angeles

Mar 31

LAX20:10Los Angeles

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Apr 18

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 50m

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LAX11:40Los Angeles

Apr 26

LAX13:25Los Angeles

36h 05m

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:35-18:30

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14:52-7:35

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R16 085

JohannesburgLos Angeles

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22:00-21:40

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Los Angeles

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R16 102

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17:50-11:40

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13:25-10:30

1 stop36h 05m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R15 741. If you don’t want to visit Los Angeles in February, then you should wait until September to fly from Johannesburg, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R16 052.

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around R17 177 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R16 380 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	25h 13m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Los Angeles takes 25h 13m

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How far is Johannesburg to Los Angeles by plane?
Johannesburg and Los Angeles are 16668,9 km apart from one another. 25h 13m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles Airport is 13 as of January 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 that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers 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 to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport 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 licence 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.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

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SWISS	PriceFrom R13 576	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 855 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R13 804	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 731 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R14 052	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 11 161 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 941	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 177 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 046	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 523 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 058	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 196 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 376	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 441 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 075 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 418	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 690 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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