LAX - CPT

R13 320 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to Cape Town.
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Cheapest return fare
R26 970
Typical prices: R31 228-R26 062
Turkish Airlines
Mon 15/6Tue 23/6
LAX - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R13 320
Typical prices: R13 666-R18 387
Turkish Airlines
Mon 24/8
LAX - CPT • 1 stop
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Iberia
Cheapest • from R26 937 (return)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7,4 score
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Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 16% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town (LAX-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Cape Town

Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 23
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:10 - 11:50
LAX
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CPT
30h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 13:25
CPT
-
LAX
29h 50m
1 stop
R26 970Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 14
Qatar Airways Logo
16:20 - 14:35
LAX
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CPT
37h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 14:00
CPT
-
LAX
33h 45m
1 stop
R26 986Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Dec 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 9:25
LAX
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CPT
39h 55m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 12:36
CPT
-
LAX
35h 56m
3 stops
R27 003Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 18
Qatar Airways Logo
12:00 - 10:15
LAX
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CPT
37h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
15:20 - 14:00
CPT
-
LAX
31h 40m
2 stops
R27 052Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
United Airlines Logo
0:10 - 15:20
LAX
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CPT
30h 10m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
17:55 - 16:20
CPT
-
LAX
31h 25m
1 stop
R27 069United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
United Airlines Logo
0:10 - 15:20
LAX
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CPT
30h 10m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
17:55 - 19:21
CPT
-
LAX
34h 26m
2 stops
R27 135United Airlines
Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 14
Qatar Airways Logo
16:20 - 12:40
LAX
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CPT
35h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 18:44
CPT
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LAX
38h 29m
2 stops
R27 151Qatar Airways
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jul 1
Qatar Airways Logo
7:00 - 13:10
LAX
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CPT
45h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 14:00
CPT
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LAX
27h 30m
1 stop
R27 168Qatar Airways
Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 14
Qatar Airways Logo
16:20 - 14:35
LAX
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CPT
37h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 21:00
CPT
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LAX
40h 45m
2 stops
R27 283Qatar Airways
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
Qatar Airways Logo
19:47 - 13:10
LAX
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CPT
56h 23m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 14:00
CPT
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LAX
33h 45m
1 stop
R27 333Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town departing in June.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town is October, where tickets cost R19 361 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R29 066 and R27 267 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightR13 320
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

  • How can I get downtown from Cape Town International Airport (CPT)?

    CPT is served by the public bus, and the cheapest way of getting downtown is by taking the MyCiti Bus. Bus route A01 runs between CPT and the Civic Center downtown. The airport is also served by shuttle buses which connect passengers from CPT to downtown. You’ll get these shuttles from the Arrivals Hall. Taxis are also available at CPT, and passengers are asked only to take “Touch Down Taxis”, the official airport taxi provider. Rental cars are also an option at the Arrivals hall in CPT.

  • Does Cape Town International Airport offer accessible services?

    CPT is an accessible airport. For wheelchair assistance at CPT, book this service via your airline. The airport has also provided step-free options like elevators and ramps while providing accessible restrooms, reserved parking spots, and fast-track services for passengers with reduced mobility. Low-vision passengers will have braille signage, and service animals are welcome at CPT.

  • Are pets allowed to travel through Los Angeles International Airport?

    Yes. You can travel with your cat or dog through LAX. The airport has provided pet relief areas for all their furry passengers. If you’re traveling with your pet, airport security requires you always to have your pet in its carrier. Pets can only walk freely when walking through security or using the pet relief areas. You’ll find pet relief areas outside each terminal and indoor locations in each terminal: terminals 3 and 6 offer outdoor atriums.

  • Which airlines have lounges at Los Angeles International Airport?

    American Airlines, Air Canada, United Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines have lounges at LAX. United Club is around Gate 71, Alaska Airlines lounge is around Gate 64, while Air Canada and American Airlines have their lounges airside. The Delta lounge, which is only open to members, is in Terminal 2 airside.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town was R13 320 for a one-way ticket and R26 937 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is California’s largest airport, consisting of nine terminals, including the new international terminal. The airport complex is connected by a landside shuttle service running every 10min, and airside, LAX has walkways.
  • On average, around 5,331 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town. If you wish to fly more sustainably, book your flight with Iberia. They offer a one-stop flight which emits 41% less carbon per passenger on this route.
  • If you get nervous, unwind with a relaxing massage or pedicure at XpresSpa in LAX. XpresSpa is an establishment that offers quick spa services that take less than 30min. They offer everything from massages to facials. The spas at LAX are in Terminals 1 and 5 airside and on the south concourse of the international terminal.
  • Are you a nervous flier? LAX has got you covered. LAX has a PUPs (Puppies Un-stressing Passengers) program, which has trained therapy dogs giving free hugs to all nervous passengers at LAX. The dogs roam freely with their handler at the airport, wearing red vests.
  • There are no nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Capet Town. The most common layover cities for the one-stop flights from LAX to Cape Town are London, Doha, Istanbul, and Dubai.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9707 reviews
7,1Entertainment
8,1Crew
7,7Boarding
6,6Food
7,3Comfort
Airline reviews

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

4,0 OkayMaya, May 2026
SFO - IAH
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No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

I liked that my son and I were reseated next to each other (we had different bookings). I liked that it was a directg flight and mostly on time. I liked that you provided pillows and blankets. Flight attendants were generally courteous. The messaging through wifi did not work well. The food was not good. Seats are very narrow and I felt slightly claustraphobic in the window seat.

Some crew were unfriendly or in some cases just straight up rude.

Food was surprisingly delicious. Space in the seat is horrible when the seating front is reclined. Movie offerings were terrible. Crew was friendly and helpful.

The business class seat is exceptional. I wish the food is more palatable.

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

Business class seats felt very cramped compared to other airlines.

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Check-in and in-flight staff were better than average. The seat was a fair size but too hard and not enough padding. The cushion/pillow provided is poor (thin and seems to be disposable ,it provides no effective cushioning or support). Food was OK-ish but no choice of inflight snacks and no easy place to get drinks other than water (I could ask for juice by intruding into the staff area at the back of the plane) Entertainment was very good actually. Overall better than I expected from a US-based airline (sorry!) but compared to ANA or Singapore it was so-so. (I live in Japan so they are my comparative airlines)

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Los Angeles (LAX)
Cape Town (CPT)