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Cheapest return flight
R15 649
Typical prices: R15 585-R21 142
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 9/10Thu 25/10
CPT - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R11 629-R20 516
Qatar Airways
Fri 7/12
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 347 (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 9 - Sun, Oct 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:05 - 19:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
32h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:10 - 12:05LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 649Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:05 - 19:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
32h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:10 - 12:05LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 682Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
31h 10m2 stops Newark San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:46 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 24m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R16 226United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 19:17CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
32h 27m2 stops Newark San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:00 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R16 226United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
Delta Logo
20:05 - 20:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
33h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
22:55 - 18:35LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 434Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 25
Delta Logo
20:50 - 14:58CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
28h 08m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
7:30 - 18:35LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 027Delta
Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
37h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:15 - 22:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 027Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
37h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:15 - 22:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 043Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 19
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
R17 315Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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
R17 315Turkish 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 649. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 585 to R21 142. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 649 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 521 return.
  • July (R21 336) and January (R20 070) 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

R11 341
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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 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 Los Angeles (LAX).

  • 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

  • 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 130 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 702, a difference of R3 572. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are The Wiltern, Universal City/Studio City Metro Station, and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • 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 235. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • 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.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R15 649 to R139 926. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R40 708, which is 181% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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 R61 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • 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 585 to R21 142, with an average of R17 235 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 585 counts as a good deal.

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 130 – about R3 572 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 521 return in that month – typically R5 814 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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