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$662+ 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$917
(SWISS)

One-way from

$662
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$993
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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 February 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/98:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops33h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/2211:15 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop32h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$918
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/128:05 amCPT - LAX
2 stops41h 12mDelta
Sun 4/1311:50 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops36h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/20$992
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/228:30 amCPT - LAX
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/2911:15 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,011
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1211:55 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop26h 35mSWISS
Sun 4/137:35 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop29h 25mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$1,015
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 5/711:15 pmCPT - SAN
2 stops34h 11mKLM
Tue 5/2011:00 amSAN - CPT
2 stops25h 10mKLM
Deal found 2/20$1,051
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 6/1211:15 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Mon 6/301:50 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 2/20$1,075
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1311:20 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops32h 15mAir France
Mon 4/148:00 amLAX - CPT
2 stops28h 30mAir France
Deal found 2/20$1,086
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/176:55 pmCPT - LAS
2 stops34h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2110:00 pmLAS - CPT
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,101
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop29h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 11/278:55 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop29h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,120
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 4/68:05 pmCPT - LAS
1 stop37h 21mDelta
Sun 4/1310:15 pmLAS - CPT
1 stop34h 35mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,140
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/176:55 pmCPT - LAS
2 stops31h 57mBritish Airways
Sat 6/2110:00 pmLAS - CPT
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,151
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/68:40 amCPT - LAS
1 stop37h 10mSWISS
Sun 4/139:10 pmLAS - CPT
2 stops27h 50mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$1,152

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Cape Town

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/9

8:50 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

11:15 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$918

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

8:05 am-4:17 pm

2 stops41h 12m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

11:50 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$992

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/22

8:30 am-12:00 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

11:15 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,011

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

11:55 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

7:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop29h 25m

$1,015

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/7

11:15 pm-12:26 am

2 stops34h 11m

San Diego

Tue 5/20

11:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,051

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/12

11:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/30

1:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,075

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/13

11:20 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

8:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,086

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/17

6:55 pm-8:34 pm

2 stops34h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 6/21

10:00 pm-11:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$1,101

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/6

8:05 pm-12:26 am

1 stop37h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 4/13

10:15 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,140

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/17

6:55 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops31h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 6/21

10:00 pm-11:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$1,151

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $246). Flying from Cape Town to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 February 20, 2025.

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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta 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
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $732. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines, 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 - Ontario or Cape Town Intl - San Francisco, Cape Town Intl - Los Angeles 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of $246). Flying from Cape Town to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to California

Discover the top 4 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$886Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$888Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,079Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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