Cape Town

$663+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cape Town (CPT)

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LAX — CPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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Round-trip from

$908
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$663
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,776
From Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($268 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:55 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/194:35 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop38h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$908
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 10/611:15 amLAX - CPT
2 stops40h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/148:00 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,050
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Mon 8/41:40 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/192:00 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,075
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Fri 10/34:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop44h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Fri 10/1011:55 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop47h 15mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/10$1,145
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Sun 9/147:35 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops36h 10mSWISS
Mon 9/298:40 amCPT - LAX
1 stop40h 50mSWISS
Deal found 6/12$1,171
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Thu 10/3011:30 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops30h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/131:50 pmCPT - LAX
3 stops35h 36mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12$1,180
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Tue 10/74:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop28h 05mDelta
Tue 10/148:05 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops33h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,182
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Mon 11/1710:05 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops49h 20mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/2410:40 amCPT - LAX
2 stops43h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,190
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:40 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops33h 00mLufthansa
Mon 9/293:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops30h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$1,213
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Mon 11/173:10 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops37h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 11/236:55 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,292

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

7:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/19

4:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop38h 50m

$908

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

11:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/15

7:50 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$1,070

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

1:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/19

2:00 pm-11:45 am

2 stops30h 45m

$1,075

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

5:30 pm-9:30 am

2 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/24

2:15 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$1,235

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

4:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/13

1:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,342

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 7/23

5:35 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/12

8:05 pm-9:37 am

1 stop22h 32m

$1,444

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

1:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

11:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,446

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 8/13

4:27 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 33m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/5

6:45 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops31h 37m

$1,492

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

11:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/3

2:35 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops33h 40m

$1,564

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 8/17

4:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop33h 30m

$663

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 LAX to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Cape Town in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from Los Angeles to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $908, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Los Angeles to Cape Town and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Norse Atlantic UK - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,050 and $1,145, respectively. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $663 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include SWISS from $783 and Turkish Airlines from $824 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $44 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

    Istanbul travelers tend to visit Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani more than any other notable places. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani are located about 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Istanbul for about $40 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Washington, D.C.?

    White House, National Mall, and U.S. Capitol are currently the most popular points of interest in Washington, D.C.. White House, National Mall, and U.S. Capitol are located about 22.4 mi, 23.3 mi, and 24.0 mi, respectively from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Those landing in Washington, D.C. looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $60 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Cape Town flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 Los Angeles to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$808Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$926Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$949Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,000Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,101Average$1,856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,102Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,102Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,138Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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