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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R13 036

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 277

One-way from

R13 036

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 272
Delta
  • Delta
  • 20/5-26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • Cape Town to California
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 30m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R52 762 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 140 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 15 April 2025.

Tue 20/520:05CPT - LAX
1 stop22h 55mDelta
Mon 26/512:05LAX - CPT
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Deal found 15/4R18 277
Sun 9/1120:50CPT - LAX
1 stop37h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/1117:48LAX - CPT
2 stops36h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4R18 296
Wed 21/523:15CPT - SFO
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Wed 28/522:59SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 51mDelta
Deal found 14/4R18 466
Thu 1/519:50CPT - SFO
2 stops34h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/514:40SFO - CPT
1 stop33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4R18 712
Tue 6/520:00CPT - SAN
2 stops31h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/517:15SAN - CPT
2 stops31h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4R18 788
Fri 9/520:05CPT - SAN
2 stops60h 48mDelta
Wed 21/56:15SAN - CPT
2 stops30h 10mDelta
Deal found 14/4R19 507
Sun 4/58:40CPT - SFO
1 stop40h 30mSWISS
Sun 11/514:00SFO - CPT
1 stop35h 00mSWISS
Deal found 14/4R20 075
Thu 12/623:15CPT - LAX
2 stops45h 05mAir France
Mon 30/617:15LAX - CPT
2 stops34h 25mAir France
Deal found 15/4R20 339
Wed 21/516:35CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 28/512:40SFO - CPT
1 stop38h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R20 434
Fri 23/523:15CPT - LAS
1 stop24h 00mDelta
Fri 30/510:10LAS - CPT
2 stops26h 15mDelta
Deal found 14/4R20 529
Thu 29/518:25CPT - LAX
2 stops29h 25mKLM
Thu 5/613:50LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 14/4R20 680
Tue 20/515:20CPT - LAX
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/522:50LAX - CPT
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4R20 812

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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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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

20:05-10:00

1 stop22h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 26/5

12:05-17:50

1 stop20h 45m

R18 277

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/5

23:15-20:15

2 stops30h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 28/5

22:59-17:50

1 stop33h 51m

R18 466

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/5

19:50-21:14

2 stops34h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 14/5

19:15-9:30

1 stop29h 15m

R18 712

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

20:00-18:51

2 stops31h 51m

San Diego

Sun 18/5

17:15-9:30

2 stops31h 15m

R18 788

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

20:05-23:53

2 stops60h 48m

San Diego

Wed 21/5

6:15-21:25

2 stops30h 10m

R19 507

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

8:40-16:10

1 stop40h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

14:00-10:00

1 stop35h 00m

R20 075

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/6

23:15-11:20

2 stops45h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 30/6

17:15-12:40

2 stops34h 25m

R20 339

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/5

16:35-16:40

1 stop33h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 28/5

12:40-11:50

1 stop38h 10m

R20 434

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop24h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 30/5

10:10-21:25

2 stops26h 15m

R20 529

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/5

18:25-14:50

2 stops29h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/6

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

R20 680

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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 15 April 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 15 April 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
1 288 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

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
1 288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

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
3 198 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

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
7 917 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

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
1 323 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

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.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 435 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

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 Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R13 093. Qatar Airways flights start at R14 853 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at R14 890 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 - San Francisco or Cape Town Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, 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 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR12 420AverageR25 777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR16 994AverageR23 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 222AverageR22 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 234AverageR19 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR17 462AverageR19 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR17 578AverageR20 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 919AverageR24 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 971AverageR24 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR20 125AverageR26 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR20 249AverageR24 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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