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$651+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to California

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CPT — LAX
May 11 — May 181
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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 April 11, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:35 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 6/101:25 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,173
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/235:15 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop27h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 11/276:45 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop31h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/8$1,186
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/126:55 pm
CPT
-
SJC
2 stops37h 38m
British Airways
Mon 11/162:07 pm
SJC
-
CPT
2 stops55h 58m
British Airways
Deal found 4/7$1,200
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Sat 8/297:30 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/53:10 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/9$1,214
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:30 pm
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops32h 24m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/103:55 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/11$1,218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Tue 10/138:05 pm
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops35h 50m
Delta
Sat 10/3110:00 am
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops24h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/11$1,220
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Tue 7/77:30 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/234:20 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop40h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/9$1,223
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/87:20 am
CPT
-
SFO
2 stops38h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sat 9/129:00 pm
SFO
-
CPT
2 stops48h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/10$1,249
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:25 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Sat 10/105:05 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 4/11$1,265
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/177:30 pm
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/243:55 pm
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7$1,270
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/94:35 pm
CPT
-
SAN
2 stops38h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/42:15 pm
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$1,334
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:50 pm
CPT
-
SAN
1 stop29h 05m
British Airways
Sun 10/47:40 pm
SAN
-
CPT
2 stops36h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 4/9$1,344

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 April 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,173
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$651
(Gotogate)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,161
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-Los Angeles Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Cape Town Intl-Los Angeles Los Angeles flights.
From Cape Town Intl to California
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/27

6:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 6/3

5:05 pm-11:00 am

1 stop32h 55m

$1,277

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/1

6:25 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

4:40 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop40h 25m

$1,329

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

6:50 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Diego

Sun 10/4

7:40 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$1,344

Cape TownSacramento

CPT - SMF

CPTSMF

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/4

8:00 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop34h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/17

8:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$1,372

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

8:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop22h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/24

11:55 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$1,387

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/8

8:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

5:05 pm-11:30 am

1 stop33h 25m

$1,422

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/22

12:15 am-11:15 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/30

1:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,453

Cape TownFresno

CPT - FAT

CPTFAT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/15

7:30 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops35h 49m

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 9/4

2:50 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$1,461

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/22

7:30 pm-8:07 pm

2 stops33h 37m

San Diego

Fri 5/29

7:00 am-12:55 pm

2 stops44h 55m

$1,478

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/24

2:25 pm-9:23 am

3 stops51h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 5/31

11:50 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops52h 45m

$1,480

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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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to California?

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 April 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta 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.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 29h 05m. Fly via KLM, British Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 9898 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 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to California

Discover the top 2 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 April 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$943Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$967Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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