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$555+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Apr 13 — Apr 201
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to California

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to California
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:00 pm
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops26h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 5/249:35 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop32h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$954
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:50 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop23h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 4/308:07 pm
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops36h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$955
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/277:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 5/312:45 am
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops29h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13$970
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:40 am
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop40h 05m
KLM
Thu 5/2810:45 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops25h 40m
KLM
Deal found 3/9$980
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/127:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops25h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 10/265:20 am
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$984
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:50 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 4/309:08 pm
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops35h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$988
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop24h 59m
Delta
Tue 5/264:45 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop43h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/10$990
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/218:05 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop23h 32m
Delta
Tue 4/281:45 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop22h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$991
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop23h 53m
Delta
Fri 5/297:35 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops28h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/10$991
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/149:30 pm
CPT
-
ONT
1 stop30h 48m
Delta
Thu 1/1412:00 pm
ONT
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/11$991
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/268:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops27h 45m
Delta
Sun 5/109:42 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops26h 43m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$992
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/611:15 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop45h 35m
Delta
Wed 5/271:50 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/10$993

Find flight deals from Cape Town to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 14, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$954
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$555
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,041
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-Los Angeles Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Cape Town Intl to California
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to California
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

8:05 pm-10:58 am

1 stop23h 53m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

7:35 am-9:25 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$990

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

8:05 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

1:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$990

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/28

8:05 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/16

4:45 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 05m

$991

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

8:00 pm-3:32 pm

2 stops28h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

11:59 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$996

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/29

7:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

10:59 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops37h 26m

$1,042

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/1

11:45 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops32h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 5/22

11:55 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$1,050

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

4:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop28h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

$1,057

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:05 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops25h 49m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/3

11:01 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$1,101

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

11:15 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

11:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$1,109

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/29

7:40 am-1:10 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 5/18

7:35 am-9:25 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,117

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $790). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $964). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated March 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,KLM, andUnited Airlines from Cape Town to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to California?

    For a flight from Cape Town to California, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to California in 23h 53m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 9985 mi between Cape Town and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $378. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to California?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $790). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $964). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$943Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$970Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$975Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,108Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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