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$643+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to California

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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to California (USCA). 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 November 21, 2024.

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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 November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/2411:59 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 15mDelta
Sun 1/129:30 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop35h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/20$930
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 11/228:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop33h 47mLufthansa
Sat 12/75:30 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops31h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 11/21$961
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 11/268:30 amCPT - SFO
1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/34:10 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$978
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/268:30 amCPT - SFO
2 stops40h 15mAir France
Tue 12/33:25 pmSFO - CPT
2 stops44h 05mAir France
Deal found 11/21$992
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2411:59 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops30h 39mKLM
Sat 12/77:05 amLAX - CPT
2 stops29h 05mKLM
Deal found 11/21$1,019
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 11/228:30 amCPT - LAX
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/75:25 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,052
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1710:00 amCPT - SAN
2 stops46h 26mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 1/97:10 amSAN - CPT
2 stops38h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/21$1,126
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/58:50 pmCPT - SFO
2 stops31h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/268:35 amSFO - CPT
2 stops37h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,127
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/178:50 pmCPT - SAN
1 stop24h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/98:51 pmSAN - CPT
2 stops57h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,139
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:05 amCPT - SFO
2 stops39h 05mKLM
Sun 1/127:00 amSFO - CPT
2 stops28h 30mKLM
Deal found 11/20$1,187
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2411:59 pmCPT - ONT
2 stops33h 02mKLM
Sat 12/77:10 amONT - CPT
2 stops29h 00mKLM
Deal found 11/21$1,246
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Tue 11/2612:35 pmCPT - SFO
1 stop34h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 12/32:45 pmSFO - CPT
1 stop33h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,276

Find flights from Cape Town to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

8:50 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops33h 00m

San Diego

Sun 5/11

9:38 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 42m

$921

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/24

11:59 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops31h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

9:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 30m

$930

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

9:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop39h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

5:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$936

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

8:05 am-2:10 pm

1 stop40h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/26

12:00 pm-6:10 am

2 stops32h 10m

$943

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/17

8:05 am-10:32 pm

2 stops48h 27m

Ontario

Fri 1/24

1:00 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops47h 10m

$992

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/17

8:05 am-8:00 pm

2 stops45h 55m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/24

6:30 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$995

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

11:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

8:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 05m

$1,026

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/16

6:30 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop28h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 2/23

8:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 05m

$1,047

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

11:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/26

1:30 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 25m

$1,050

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

6:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/25

12:59 am-6:00 pm

2 stops31h 01m

$1,051

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to California

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $240). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from Cape Town to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California 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 California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways, Emirates and Lufthansa from Cape Town to California have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,636 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.

  • 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 $643. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Delta, 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?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - San Diego or Cape Town Intl - Los Angeles, Cape Town Intl - San Francisco is the most popular route 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $240). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 California

Discover the top 3 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$889Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,079Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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