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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,410. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Johannesburg.$1,193 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 2, returning Mon, Sep 28.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Sep 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,193, select.
Johannesburg.$1,217 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 29, returning Mon, Oct 12.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Sep 29, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,217, select.
Johannesburg.$1,218 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 12, returning Mon, Oct 26.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Oct 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,218, select.
Johannesburg.$1,225 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 13, returning Wed, Sep 2.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,225, select.
Johannesburg.$1,237 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 26, returning Sun, Dec 6.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Nov 26, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Dec 6, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,237, select.
Johannesburg.$1,253 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 12, returning Sun, Nov 22.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Nov 12, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Nov 22, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,253, select.
Johannesburg.$1,288 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 8, returning Wed, Apr 21.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Apr 8, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Apr 21, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,288, select.
Johannesburg.$1,298 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 21, returning Fri, Mar 26.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Mar 21, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Mar 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,298, select.
Johannesburg.$1,299 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 13, returning Wed, Jan 20.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Jan 13, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jan 20, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,299, select.
Johannesburg.$1,304 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 1, returning Mon, Feb 8.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Feb 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Feb 8, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,304, select.
Johannesburg.$1,319 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 30, returning Sun, Jun 14.Round-trip flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, May 30, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Jun 14, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,319, select.
Johannesburg.$1,345 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 1, returning Mon, May 10.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, May 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, May 10, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,345, select.
Johannesburg.$1,348 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 13, returning Mon, Aug 31.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Aug 31, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,348, select.
Johannesburg.$1,353 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 26, returning Tue, Feb 2.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Jan 26, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Feb 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,353, select.
Johannesburg.$1,353 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 6, returning Tue, Apr 6.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Jan 6, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Apr 6, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,353, select.
Johannesburg.$1,356 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 25, returning Sun, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Oct 25, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,356, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $1,796
Jun
from $1,410
Jul
from $1,434
Aug
from $1,348
Sep
from $1,193
Oct
from $1,218
Nov
from $1,253
Dec
from $1,722
Jan
from $1,299
Feb
from $1,304
Mar
from $1,298
Apr
from $1,288

Alternative Los Angeles to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg
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from $1,193
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Lanseria

33km from central Johannesburg
from $1,957
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Los Angeles to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,193
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg is $1,193. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,193.
There are no flights flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg is usually September.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from $1,193.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Johannesburg on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Johannesburg is Kenya Airways.

Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg.

  • Come in for landing at Johannesburg's primary gateway, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).

  • Johannesburg is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • To ensure you board your Los Angeles to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Los Angeles to Johannesburg flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Los Angeles to Johannesburg.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

  • Find a cheap Los Angeles to Johannesburg flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • We make it simple to book a Los Angeles to Johannesburg flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Located around 19 kilometers from the center of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.

  • After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

Arriving in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 21 kilometers. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Johannesburg flight.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 32 kilometers from the center of Johannesburg. After your flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Lanseria International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Los Angeles to Johannesburg ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Johannesburg, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are top sights which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometers west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in South Africa, consider Pretoria, about 56 kilometers north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are among its highlights.

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