How long does it take to fly to Los Angeles?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Cape Town or Johannesburg, and flying into Los Angeles, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 56m and 25h 20m, respectively.

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 36% 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.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of June 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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23h 06m

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6:00 - 15:20

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R16 544United Airlines

Mon, Jun 22 - Mon, Jun 29

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Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Jun 12

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

24h 39m

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LAX11:39Los Angeles

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LAX21:35Los Angeles

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Lufthansa

Sept 9

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 30m

1 stop

LAX15:15Los Angeles

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LAX10:15Los Angeles

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JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jun 12

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

30h 15m

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LAX15:15Los Angeles

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LAX21:35Los Angeles

32h 45m

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CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

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Emirates flights from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Emirates

Jun 20

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m

1 stop

LAX14:15Los Angeles

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LAX16:40Los Angeles

42h 55m

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R22 450

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JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

48h 55m

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JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

In general, December is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Los Angeles. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R8 636. If you don’t want to visit Los Angeles in December, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R10 472.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around R17 939 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 South Africa for as low as R16 527 on momondo.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Los Angeles

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport?
As of June 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R13 491	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 541 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R14 038	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 641 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 588	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 689 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R14 637	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 968 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 408 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 808 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R15 733	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 042 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R15 753	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 052 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 813	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 527 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 834	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 602 reviews	Search Air France flights

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