$716+ 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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $992 (Delta) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $716 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,237 |
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Los AngelesExplore 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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Singapore 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Wed 7/16
11:15 pm-11:29 pm
2 stops33h 14m
Los Angeles
Sat 8/23
8:35 am-5:50 pm
2 stops24h 15m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/10
9:30 am-3:15 pm
1 stop39h 45m
Los Angeles
Fri 11/21
2:18 pm-11:00 am
2 stops58h 42m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/10
2:35 pm-3:26 pm
3 stops34h 51m
Los Angeles
Tue 11/25
10:57 pm-2:35 pm
2 stops29h 38m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Fri 7/18
11:15 pm-8:44 pm
2 stops30h 29m
Los Angeles
Sat 8/23
1:50 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop22h 35m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/13
7:50 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop30h 40m
Los Angeles
Tue 11/25
7:10 pm-10:55 am
1 stop29h 45m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Sun 7/27
8:00 pm-5:46 pm
2 stops30h 46m
Los Angeles
Sun 8/3
5:40 am-5:10 pm
2 stops26h 30m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/14
7:50 pm-9:56 am
1 stop23h 06m
Los Angeles
Tue 7/22
8:20 am-10:50 pm
2 stops29h 30m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Wed 10/1
4:35 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 10m
Los Angeles
Wed 10/15
1:40 pm-11:50 am
1 stop37h 10m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/7
6:45 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop33h 40m
Los Angeles
Tue 11/25
8:55 pm-8:00 am
1 stop25h 05m
Cape TownLos Angeles
CPT - LAX
CPTLAX
Cape Town Intl
Fri 11/7
10:40 am-11:15 am
3 stops34h 35m
Los Angeles
Fri 11/21
10:05 pm-9:25 am
2 stops49h 20m
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 June 9, 2025.
Booking 79 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 $327). 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 June 12, 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.
Rainfall in Los Angeles by month
Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Los Angeles by month
Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).
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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from Cape Town to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Top 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$912 | Average$1,039 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$929 | Average$1,133 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$937 | Average$1,267 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |