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$557+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in February or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$967
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$557
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,257
From Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/268:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/210:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop27h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/11$967
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/29:00 amCPT - LAX
1 stop41h 35mSWISS
Mon 11/107:10 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops35h 35mSWISS
Deal found 9/11$968
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/88:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 11/2910:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop27h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/10$970
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/222:00 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/292:15 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$972
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/307:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops28h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1110:30 amLAX - CPT
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$974
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/3011:10 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop31h 30mDelta
Fri 11/74:35 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mDelta
Deal found 9/11$976
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 11/29:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop36h 01mDelta
Sat 11/810:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop27h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/11$983
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/197:30 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop34h 15mDelta
Mon 11/34:35 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops28h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/10$984
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/318:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops25h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops24h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$987
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 11/19:30 amCPT - LAX
1 stop39h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/108:40 amLAX - CPT
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$989
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:50 amCPT - LAX
2 stops37h 12mDelta
Sun 11/910:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop27h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/10$992

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/26

8:50 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

10:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$967

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/31

8:50 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

10:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/30

7:50 pm-11:39 am

1 stop24h 49m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

8:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/3

8:50 pm-11:39 am

1 stop24h 49m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

10:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

8:50 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop25h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

10:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

8:50 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops30h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

11:20 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/4

8:50 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop25h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

10:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/31

8:50 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop32h 47m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

10:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/30

7:50 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops30h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

10:57 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop31h 13m

$974

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/26

9:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

11:20 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$989

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Cape Town to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Departing from Cape Town to Los Angeles will take you 27h 30m. There are 9985 mi between Cape Town and Los Angeles. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    United Airlines, at $912, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include KLM and Delta. United Airlines is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$912Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$949Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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