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Cheapest round-trip
$956
Typical prices: $977-$1,274
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 10/5Sat 3/31
JNB - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$630
Typical prices: $662-$948
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/20
JNB - LAX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $948 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 23h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles (JNB-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Mar 31
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:15 pm - 1:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
25h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:00 am - 7:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$956Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 14
British Airways Logo
7:35 pm - 1:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
6:25 pm - 10:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
$957British Airways
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Mar 31
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:15 pm - 1:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
25h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:00 am - 7:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$957Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 14
British Airways Logo
7:35 pm - 1:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
27h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
9:30 pm - 10:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
$960British Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 27
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 4:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 10:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$983Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2
Air France Logo
7:40 pm - 4:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
31h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:05 pm - 11:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,007Air France
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2
Air France Logo
7:40 pm - 4:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
31h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
Air France Logo
10:05 pm - 11:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,009Air France
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 30
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 2:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
24h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 7:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,037Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 30
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 2:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
24h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,037Delta
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 4:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 10:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,054Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles typically range from $977 to $1,274. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $956, on Virgin Atlantic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles at $978 round-trip.
•August ($1,312) and July ($1,244) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$630
Beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles takes 00m, covering 10,373 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles range from $977 to $1,274, with an average of $1,088 over the past 12 months. Anything below $977 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $1,088 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $956 to $8,579. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $876, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,044 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,171, a difference of $127.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 23h 14m, compared with 24h 51m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 26h 39m via Cairo (CAI).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 9 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • What types of flights are available when booking flights from Johannesburg to Los Angeles?

    There are only connecting flights available when making the journey from Johannesburg to Los Angeles. Iberia Airways, British Airways, and Delta Air Lines are among the airlines which offer flights in this route. The layovers take place in Heathrow Airport (LHR), Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG), and the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).

  • What hotels can you stay in while at the OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    There are a couple of hotels in which you can choose to spend the night, especially if you have an early morning flight from OR Tambo. The Intercontinental Hotel is located 4.4 miles away from the airport and is a good option for travelers. The Premier Hotel is located 3.5 miles away. This is the most convenient hotel in which you can choose to stay due to its close proximity to the airport.

  • What are the parking options in OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    There are a couple of parking options available at OR Tambo. The short term parking lots are those in Parkade 1 Basement, and the Parkade 2 North and South Parkings. The Pizza Pick-up Parking is also a short-term parking option.The long stay parking areas are those of the Car Ports and the Shaded Parkings 1 and 2.

  • Are there lounges in the OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    There are a couple of lounges which you can use to refresh as you travel through the OR Tambo airport. The Shongololo Premium Lounge and the Mashonzha Lounge are located in the International Departures, Terminal A. Bidvest Premier Lounge also has a section in this area and in the domestic departures of Terminal B.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,044, about $127 less than Saturday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 8% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Los Angeles trip for September. Fares historically average $978 round-trip in that month - typically $334 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
  • In the case of a late evening arrival into the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), you can choose to stay in the Hyatt Regency Hotel located 0.5 miles away from LAX. Also, the Homewood Suites by Hilton, located 0.2 miles away and the Renaissance Hotel located 0.6 miles away are good options too.
  • For mothers with infants, there are nursing rooms located all over LAX. There are new nursing rooms in Terminals 2, 4, and 5. Terminals 1, 3, 6, 7, and 8 have nursing rooms as well.
  • There are several lounges located in various terminals at LAX, The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is located in Terminal 6’s airside, the Alaska Lounge is also in Terminal 6 (in the Mezzanine Level near Gate 64), and the American Airlines Admirals Club also has a couple of lounges in Terminals 4 and 5.
  • LAX has even got a beach-themed childrens' play area located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • LAX has pet relief areas in all its terminals. Terminal 1 has its area near Gate 13, in Terminal 2 it's near gate 21 and Gate 33, in Terminal 3 it's near Gate 20B, in Terminal 5 it's along the bridge to the Tom Bradley International Terminal, in Terminal 6 it's near Gate 62, and in Terminal 7 it's near Gate 71A.

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