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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R10 696

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to California flight deals. Data was last updated 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 954

One-way from

R10 696

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 209
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 11/5-25/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 77h 00m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 35m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R42 314 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 510 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 March 2025.

Tue 20/520:05CPT - LAS
1 stop33h 59mDelta
Tue 3/67:09LAS - CPT
2 stops29h 16mDelta
Deal found 24/3R17 390
Tue 6/520:00CPT - SAN
1 stop28h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/521:30SAN - CPT
2 stops51h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/3R17 390
Thu 12/623:15CPT - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Mon 30/613:50LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 24/3R17 463
Wed 7/511:05CPT - LAX
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/516:50LAX - CPT
1 stop43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R18 918
Thu 8/519:00CPT - SFO
1 stop30h 10mSWISS
Thu 15/514:00SFO - CPT
2 stops40h 15mSWISS
Deal found 24/3R18 937
Tue 6/520:05CPT - SAN
1 stop33h 03mDelta
Sun 18/522:30SAN - CPT
1 stop34h 20mDelta
Deal found 23/3R19 028
Thu 8/519:00CPT - LAX
1 stop30h 30mSWISS
Thu 15/516:35LAX - CPT
2 stops53h 35mSWISS
Deal found 24/3R19 155
Wed 7/523:15CPT - LAX
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Tue 13/50:59LAX - CPT
2 stops35h 26mDelta
Deal found 24/3R19 319
Thu 24/414:30CPT - SFO
3 stops42h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/416:00SFO - CPT
2 stops60h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R19 464
Thu 8/523:15CPT - SFO
2 stops34h 01mDelta
Wed 14/50:40SFO - CPT
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Deal found 24/3R19 482
Thu 8/516:35CPT - SFO
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 15/518:45SFO - CPT
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3R20 210
Tue 25/312:35CPT - LAX
1 stop34h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 1/416:20LAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3R20 210

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Customise 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to California that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

20:05-21:04

1 stop33h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/6

7:09-21:25

2 stops29h 16m

R17 390

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

20:00-15:38

1 stop28h 38m

San Diego

Sat 17/5

21:30-9:30

2 stops51h 00m

R17 390

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/6

23:15-14:50

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 30/6

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

R17 463

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

11:05-13:05

2 stops35h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 14/5

16:50-21:25

1 stop43h 35m

R18 918

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/5

19:00-16:10

1 stop30h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 15/5

14:00-15:15

2 stops40h 15m

R18 937

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

20:05-20:08

1 stop33h 03m

San Diego

Sun 18/5

22:30-17:50

1 stop34h 20m

R19 028

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/5

19:00-16:30

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

16:35-7:10

2 stops53h 35m

R19 155

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

23:15-14:50

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 13/5

0:59-21:25

2 stops35h 26m

R19 319

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/4

14:30-23:36

3 stops42h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 30/4

16:00-13:00

2 stops60h 00m

R19 464

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/5

23:15-0:16

2 stops34h 01m

San Francisco

Wed 14/5

0:40-21:25

2 stops35h 45m

R19 482

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of R924). Flying from Cape Town to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 24 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to California as you normally would.

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 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 24 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to California, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to California. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R10 696. Turkish Airlines flights start at R12 897 while deals on KLM start at R15 444 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Cape Town to California, consider Cape Town Intl - Los Angeles, Cape Town Intl - Ontario or Cape Town Intl - San Diego, as they are the most popular.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of R924). Flying from Cape Town to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 Cape Town to California

Discover the top 10 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 941AverageR24 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR16 338AverageR23 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 369AverageR20 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 568AverageR18 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR16 788AverageR18 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 900AverageR20 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 199AverageR23 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 201AverageR23 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR19 349AverageR25 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 468AverageR23 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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