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Cheapest return flight
R15 707
Typical prices: R15 853-R21 506
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 21/10Sun 28/10
CPT - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 591
Typical prices: R11 829-R20 869
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/11
CPT - LAX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 7% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg R15 611 (return)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 23h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles (CPT-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 29
Virgin Atlantic Logo
23:45 - 17:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
27h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:10 - 18:35LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 707Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Virgin Atlantic Logo
23:45 - 21:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
30h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:15 - 18:35LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 707Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 12:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
25h 57m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
8:25 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R16 375United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 13:09CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
26h 19m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:25 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R16 375United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Dec 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
38h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:05 - 12:05LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 505Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
20:50 - 19:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
32h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Delta Logo
21:15 - 18:35LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 635Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
20:50 - 19:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
32h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Delta Logo
23:59 - 18:35LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 635Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Jan 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 10:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
43h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:30 - 23:00LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R16 912Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Dec 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 14:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
30h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 - 18:35LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 994Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 16:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
33h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:30 - 12:05LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R18 868Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Return flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles start at R15 707. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 853 to R21 506. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 707 on Virgin Atlantic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles at R15 788 return.
•July (R21 703) and January (R20 415) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 7% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R10 591
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 25 861 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Los Angeles flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles range from R15 853 to R21 506, with an average of R17 532 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 853 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% below the route average of R17 532. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R21 922, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R62 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Cape Town to Los Angeles route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R16 407 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R20 041, a difference of R3 633. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 33m, compared to 23h 45m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 24h 50m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 9 hours behind Cape Town (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are The Wiltern and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R16 407 – about R3 633 less than Saturday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 7% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Los Angeles trip for November. Fares historically average R15 788 return in that month – typically R5 914 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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