Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and British Airways 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 39% 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 and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Los Angeles

How long does it take to fly to Los Angeles?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg or Cape Town, and flying into Los Angeles, then you can expect flight times to average 24h 30m and 25h 25m, respectively.

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 January 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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21:30 - 20:28

CPT

LAX

31h 58m

1 stop

14:35 - 19:15

LAX

CPT

19h 40m

1 stop

R14 673Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16

21:30 - 20:43

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LAX

33h 13m

1 stop

8:25 - 19:15

LAX

CPT

24h 50m

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R14 770Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 16

20:10 - 16:35

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LAX

30h 25m

1 stop

19:10 - 7:30

LAX

CPT

26h 20m

1 stop

R14 786SWISS

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 23

19:05 - 12:10

JNB

LAX

26h 05m

1 stop

20:10 - 10:30

LAX

JNB

29h 20m

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R14 964Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Mon, Mar 30

20:10 - 16:35

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LAX

30h 25m

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19:10 - 14:35

LAX

CPT

33h 25m

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R14 964SWISS

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 23

20:50 - 15:31

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28h 41m

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6:00 - 16:10

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24h 10m

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R14 980United Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 23

20:50 - 13:02

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25h 12m

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8:45 - 16:55

LAX

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23h 10m

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R14 996United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

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26h 05m

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18:45 - 10:50

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30h 05m

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R15 238Turkish Airlines

Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9

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16:40 - 11:30

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HDS

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R31 507Emirates

Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26

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32h 45m

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16:40 - 11:30

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57h 50m

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R31 588Emirates

Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26

British Airways flights from South Africa to Los Angeles

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British Airways

Mar 1

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 50m

1 stop

LAX15:50Los Angeles

Mar 14

LAX22:00Los Angeles

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 657

British Airways

Mar 1

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 30m

2 stops

LAX18:30Los Angeles

Mar 16

LAX20:30Los Angeles

28h 55m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 447

British Airways

Mar 1

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 30m

2 stops

LAX18:30Los Angeles

Mar 16

LAX23:53Los Angeles

49h 32m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 544

Air France flights from South Africa to Los Angeles

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Air France

Mar 2

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 50m

1 stop

LAX13:10Los Angeles

Mar 14

LAX23:30Los Angeles

27h 40m

2 stops

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 060

Air France

Mar 2

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

2 stops

LAX14:35Los Angeles

Mar 14

LAX23:30Los Angeles

27h 40m

2 stops

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 189

Air France

Mar 2

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

2 stops

LAX14:35Los Angeles

Mar 14

LAX23:30Los Angeles

27h 40m

2 stops

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 205

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Los Angeles

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R14 980

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Los Angeles

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R14 996

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Los Angeles

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R15 238

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Hoedspruit

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14:30-14:15

2 stops56h 45m

Los Angeles

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16:40-11:30

2 stops57h 50m

R31 507

HoedspruitLos Angeles

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HDSLAX

Hoedspruit

Fri 22/5

14:30-14:15

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Los Angeles

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16:40-11:30

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R31 588

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

In general, February 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 R15 480. If you don’t want to visit Los Angeles in February, then you should wait until September to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R15 786.

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 R16 892 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 108 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Los Angeles flight.

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Fastest flight time	24h 30m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Los Angeles takes 24h 30m

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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 January 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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Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 585	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 747 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R13 351	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 859 reviews	Search SWISS flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R13 819	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 11 194 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 196 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R14 796	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 525 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom R14 882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 114 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 928	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 207 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 121	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 442 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 146	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 698 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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