Traveling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is nine hours behind Johannesburg.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your JNB to LAX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between JNB and LAX:
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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, $657 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $941. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from JNB to LAX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport land at their destination on time.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometers from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel close to LAX if you're on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of Los Angeles and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center by car.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 177 kilometers south-east to San Diego to tick off its top sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 499 kilometers north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.