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$663+ 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to California

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/198:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops28h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/85:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$977
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/198:50 pmCPT - ONT
2 stops34h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/811:59 pmONT - CPT
2 stops30h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$977
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/228:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop24h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:40 amLAX - CPT
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$983
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/178:50 pmCPT - SNA
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/89:14 pmSNA - CPT
2 stops32h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$988
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/188:50 pmCPT - ONT
2 stops35h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/85:15 amONT - CPT
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$988
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/199:30 pmCPT - SNA
1 stop23h 24mDelta
Sun 3/89:40 amSNA - CPT
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,003
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/199:30 pmCPT - ONT
1 stop32h 20mDelta
Sun 3/810:30 pmONT - CPT
2 stops38h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,003
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/208:00 amCPT - SNA
2 stops46h 45mKLM
Sun 3/89:40 amSNA - CPT
2 stops35h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/15$1,061
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/188:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops28h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/87:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,087
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/188:50 pmCPT - SNA
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/89:14 pmSNA - CPT
2 stops32h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,097
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/197:55 amCPT - SNA
2 stops44h 30mKLM
Sun 3/811:37 amSNA - CPT
2 stops33h 33mKLM
Deal found 12/13$1,128
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:45 pmCPT - SNA
2 stops30h 33mDelta
Sun 3/811:55 amSNA - CPT
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/13$1,155

Find flight deals from Cape Town to California

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3 stars

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Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$883
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$663
(SmartFares)

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,145
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to California that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop33h 13m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

7:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$915

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

9:30 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop31h 21m

San Diego

Thu 2/5

6:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$918

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

9:30 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop33h 09m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

7:15 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$918

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/22

11:10 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops30h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$959

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/11

9:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop41h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

11:35 am-7:30 am

2 stops33h 55m

$965

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

9:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop34h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

11:40 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$967

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

9:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop35h 15m

San Diego

Thu 2/5

11:11 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$967

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/28

8:50 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/4

12:05 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$972

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/28

6:10 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops34h 41m

San Diego

Wed 2/4

11:08 am-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 07m

$973

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

8:50 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop32h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

8:33 am-6:00 pm

2 stops23h 27m

$974

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $796). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to California in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 December 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Cape Town to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,100 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 32h 19m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, SWISS, or United 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?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Ontario or Cape Town Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, Cape Town Intl - Los Angeles is the most popular route 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $796). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$856Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$967Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,108Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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