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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles from R11 905

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
tammi 22 — tammi 291
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in February or November, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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 17 tammikuu 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 247

One-way from

R11 905

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 855
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 16/3-14/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Los Angeles
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High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles
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 17 tammikuu 2025.

su 16/320:50CPT - LAX
1 stop23h 36mUnited Airlines
to 17/48:20LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1R17 247
ma 17/214:40CPT - LAX
2 stops35h 50mSWISS
ma 10/320:10LAX - CPT
1 stop40h 45mSWISS
Deal found 16/1R17 717
ke 19/38:05CPT - LAX
1 stop37h 40mDelta
su 13/423:50LAX - CPT
2 stops36h 20mDelta
Deal found 16/1R17 736
su 18/523:15CPT - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
pe 13/616:50LAX - CPT
1 stop43h 35mKLM
Deal found 16/1R17 830
su 9/315:20CPT - LAX
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
to 10/413:50LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R17 868
ma 17/315:20CPT - LAX
2 stops31h 45mAir France
ti 15/415:25LAX - CPT
2 stops38h 10mAir France
Deal found 16/1R19 052
ma 17/317:15CPT - LAX
1 stop27h 50mTurkish Airlines
ti 15/413:40LAX - CPT
1 stop37h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1R20 820
to 13/222:00CPT - LAX
1 stop30h 25mBritish Airways
su 16/220:55LAX - CPT
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1R21 065
la 15/29:30CPT - LAX
1 stop39h 45mLufthansa
ma 10/318:30LAX - CPT
1 stop28h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1R22 156
ma 17/314:35CPT - LAX
3 stops34h 00mEthiopian Air
ti 15/423:05LAX - CPT
2 stops30h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R22 344
su 10/813:00CPT - LAX
1 stop34h 05mQatar Airways
la 13/916:20LAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R26 632
su 18/510:40CPT - LAX
3 stops35h 10mSingapore Airlines
pe 13/623:40LAX - CPT
2 stops48h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1R27 591

Find flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles 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 17 tammikuu 2025.

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Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

su 16/3

20:50-11:26

1 stop23h 36m

Los Angeles

to 17/4

8:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 247

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

ma 17/2

14:40-16:30

2 stops35h 50m

Los Angeles

ma 10/3

20:10-21:55

1 stop40h 45m

R17 717

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

ke 19/3

8:05-12:45

1 stop37h 40m

Los Angeles

la 12/4

6:00-21:25

2 stops30h 25m

R17 736

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

su 18/5

23:15-14:50

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

pe 13/6

16:50-21:25

1 stop43h 35m

R17 830

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

su 9/3

15:20-13:55

2 stops31h 35m

Los Angeles

to 10/4

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

R17 868

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

ma 17/3

15:20-14:05

2 stops31h 45m

Los Angeles

ti 15/4

15:25-14:35

2 stops38h 10m

R19 052

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

ma 17/3

17:15-12:05

1 stop27h 50m

Los Angeles

ti 15/4

13:40-11:50

1 stop37h 10m

R20 820

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

to 13/2

22:00-18:25

1 stop30h 25m

Los Angeles

su 16/2

20:55-10:20

1 stop27h 25m

R21 065

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

la 15/2

9:30-15:15

1 stop39h 45m

Los Angeles

ma 10/3

18:30-7:40

1 stop28h 10m

R22 156

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

ma 17/3

14:35-15:35

3 stops34h 00m

Los Angeles

ti 15/4

23:05-14:30

2 stops30h 25m

R22 344

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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

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 return flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of R924). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles 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 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 17 tammikuu 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 - 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 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 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 17 tammikuu 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways, SWISS and Turkish Airlines from Cape Town to Los Angeles have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
1 327 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
8 513 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
1 339 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
826 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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 Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at R17 247, United Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Los Angeles and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R17 717 and R17 736, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R11 905 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from R13 297 and R15 498, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles is London.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Russell Square, Tower Bridge, and St. Paul's Cathedral. Russell Square, Tower Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral are located about 23,5 km, 26,6 km, and 25,2 km, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a stopover in London in need of a car hire can book one at London Heathrow for about R719.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles is Doha.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of R924). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles 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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Fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 tammikuu 2025.
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Top 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles. 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 17 tammikuu 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 844AverageR17 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 620AverageR21 435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 694AverageR23 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR16 711AverageR19 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR16 893AverageR19 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR17 450AverageR21 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR18 299AverageR26 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 179AverageR23 768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR19 658AverageR22 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR20 006AverageR25 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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