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$596+ Cheap flights from California to Cape Town (CPT)

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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CPT
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$976
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$596
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,249
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Cheapest flights from California to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/611:36 amONT - CPT
1 stop21h 39mDelta
Tue 11/259:30 pmCPT - ONT
1 stop32h 12mDelta
Deal found 10/30$972
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/67:00 amONT - CPT
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/238:50 pmCPT - ONT
2 stops25h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$976
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/710:00 pmONT - CPT
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Tue 11/259:30 pmCPT - ONT
1 stop23h 04mDelta
Deal found 10/29$978
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/204:05 pmLAS - CPT
1 stop28h 05mDelta
Mon 11/249:30 pmCPT - LAS
1 stop30h 53mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,009
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/137:05 amONT - CPT
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Sun 12/149:30 pmCPT - ONT
1 stop32h 09mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,022
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/299:40 amSNA - CPT
2 stops34h 10mDelta
Sun 12/149:30 pmCPT - SNA
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,113
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/811:36 amONT - CPT
1 stop21h 39mDelta
Mon 12/89:30 pmCPT - ONT
1 stop23h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 11/710:00 pmONT - CPT
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Mon 12/89:30 pmCPT - ONT
1 stop23h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,123
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:05 amONT - CPT
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1911:45 pmCPT - ONT
2 stops33h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,129
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/65:30 amLAX - CPT
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Thu 11/279:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,153
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 11/106:20 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop25h 30mDelta
Fri 12/199:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,154
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 11/108:30 amLAX - CPT
2 stops27h 25mDelta
Thu 12/189:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop23h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,158

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Fly to

Cape Town

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Price

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Sun 11/9

5:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

8:50 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops31h 46m

$976

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/20

4:05 pm-6:10 am

1 stop28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/24

9:30 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop30h 53m

$1,009

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Thu 11/13

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

9:30 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop32h 09m

$1,022

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Thu 11/13

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/14

9:30 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop32h 09m

$1,022

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Thu 11/13

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/8

9:30 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop32h 09m

$1,022

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Thu 11/13

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/9

9:30 pm-11:02 am

1 stop23h 32m

$1,022

Santa AnaCape Town

SNA - CPT

SNACPT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/29

9:40 am-5:50 am

2 stops34h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/14

9:30 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop32h 06m

$1,113

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Sun 11/9

12:16 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/14

9:30 pm-11:02 am

1 stop23h 32m

$1,117

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 1/4

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/17

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,181

BurbankCape Town

BUR - CPT

BURCPT

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

12:35 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops43h 24m

$1,193

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cape Town (average of $814). Flying from California to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,241). 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 CA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from California to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from California?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from California. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 9.7 mi from Cape Town’s city center.

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

    For as low as $976, United Airlines can have you in Cape Town from California in 26h 55m. The distance from California to Cape Town is about 9941 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $647 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $747 and $753, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Cape Town Intl, San Francisco - Cape Town Intl or Ontario - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Cape Town.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Cape Town 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 California to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cape Town (average of $814). Flying from California to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,241). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Cape Town. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$845Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$882Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$980Average$1,736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,009Average$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,042Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,064Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,130Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,232Average$1,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$1,253Average$2,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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