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$538+ 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
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Cheap 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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$959
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$538
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,240
From Cape Town Intl to California
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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 julio 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
lun. 9/17:50 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop23h 32mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/910:53 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops33h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$959
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/2711:35 pmCPT - LAS
2 stops55h 14mSWISS
mar. 12/21:41 pmLAS - CPT
2 stops35h 14mSWISS
Deal found 7/28$959
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 10/288:50 pmCPT - LAS
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/37:15 amLAS - CPT
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$966
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
lun. 10/278:50 pmCPT - LAS
1 stop32h 00mDelta
vie. 12/58:45 pmLAS - CPT
1 stop29h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/28$968
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
lun. 8/257:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops31h 43mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/18:18 amLAX - CPT
1 stop22h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$976
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 8/298:05 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops30h 12mDelta
vie. 9/1211:57 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 53mDelta
Deal found 7/30$977
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
jue. 11/139:30 pmCPT - SMF
1 stop35h 26mDelta
lun. 11/175:15 pmSMF - CPT
2 stops64h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/29$977
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
mar. 9/98:05 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop26h 58mDelta
vie. 9/265:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop39h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/29$981
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
vie. 8/298:05 pmCPT - ONT
1 stop23h 15mDelta
sáb. 9/1311:55 amONT - CPT
1 stop20h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/28$986
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
jue. 9/1111:15 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops30h 10mKLM
jue. 9/1810:20 amLAX - CPT
2 stops26h 05mKLM
Deal found 7/28$995
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/158:40 amCPT - SFO
1 stop40h 55mSWISS
sáb. 10/258:25 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop40h 40mSWISS
Deal found 7/28$1,028
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/284:35 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
lun. 9/86:45 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,056

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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

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

lun. 9/1

7:50 pm-10:22 am

1 stop23h 32m

San Francisco

mar. 9/9

10:53 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops33h 17m

$959

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/27

11:35 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops55h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 12/2

1:41 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 14m

$959

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/28

8:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop23h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 12/3

9:52 am-6:00 pm

1 stop22h 08m

$966

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/27

8:50 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 12/5

8:45 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$968

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

lun. 8/25

7:50 pm-6:33 pm

2 stops31h 43m

Los Angeles

lun. 9/1

8:18 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 02m

$976

Cape TownSacramento

CPT - SMF

CPTSMF

Cape Town Intl

jue. 11/13

9:30 pm-6:34 pm

2 stops31h 04m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 11/17

5:15 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops64h 00m

$977

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

vie. 8/29

8:05 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops30h 12m

San Francisco

vie. 9/12

11:57 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop32h 53m

$977

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

mar. 9/9

8:05 pm-2:03 pm

1 stop26h 58m

Los Angeles

vie. 9/26

5:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 20m

$981

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

vie. 8/29

8:05 pm-10:20 am

1 stop23h 15m

Ontario

sáb. 9/13

11:55 am-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$986

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

jue. 9/11

11:15 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Los Angeles

jue. 9/18

10:20 am-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$995

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Deals found on 7/29

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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 $246). Flying from Cape Town to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 julio 30, 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 julio 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Delta from Cape Town to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $647. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Delta, 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 - San Francisco or Cape Town Intl - Ontario, 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 $246). Flying from Cape Town to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$856Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$932Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,108Average$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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