How long is the flight from Cape Town to California?

There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to California in 26h 09m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 15826 km between Cape Town and California. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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 R11 875. Qatar Airways flights start at R12 497 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at R13 154 one-way.

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.

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).

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 - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Cape Town Intl - San Francisco, as they are the most popular.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to California?

The most popular airlines flying from Cape Town to California are United Airlines, KLM and Virgin Atlantic. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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.

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.

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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 10 November 2025.

Tue 18/1118:45CPT - LAX

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Sun 30/1117:30LAX - CPT

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Tue 23/1220:50CPT - LAS

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Deal found 8/11R16 732

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Tue 2/1219:59SAN - CPT

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Deal found 9/11R16 784

Wed 24/1220:50CPT - SAN

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Wed 31/1216:10SAN - CPT

2 stops38h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11R16 784

Sat 15/1120:50CPT - LAX

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Tue 2/128:40LAX - CPT

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Deal found 9/11R16 784

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2 stops26h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11R16 784

Best flights from Cape Town to California
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to California that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 November 2025.

Mon 9/321:30CPT - LAS

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Thu 1/16:00SFO - CPT

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2 stops34h 52mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/15:00SFO - CPT

2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/11R18 668

Tue 23/1221:30CPT - SJC

1 stop23h 44mDelta

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Fri 28/1120:50CPT - LAS

1 stop24h 35mUnited Airlines

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Mon 9/217:09FAT - CPT

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Deal found 7/11R22 316

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2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/11R18 755

Last-minute flights from Cape Town to California
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to California. Data last updated 10 November 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 13/1123:10CPT - LAX

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Sat 6/1216:35LAX - CPT

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Deal found 8/11R16 732

Thu 13/1121:30CPT - SAN

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Tue 2/1219:59SAN - CPT

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Thu 13/1121:30CPT - LAX

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Sat 6/1212:50LAX - CPT

2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/11R16 750

Sat 15/1120:50CPT - SNA

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Wed 3/126:45SNA - CPT

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Deal found 9/11R16 784

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Sun 30/1121:00LAX - CPT

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Deal found 9/11R16 784

Tue 18/1118:45CPT - LAX

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Wed 24/1220:50CPT - SAN

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Wed 31/1216:10SAN - CPT

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Deal found 9/11R16 784

One-way flights from Cape Town to California
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 November 2025.

Tue 7/416:40CPT - LAX

1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/11R11 875

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Deal found 8/11R12 204

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Deal found 9/11R12 376

Sat 14/218:55CPT - SFO

1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 8/11R12 497

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Tue 31/316:40CPT - SAN

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Deal found 8/11R14 261

Tue 7/410:40CPT - LAX

3 stops35h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 9/11R14 278

Tue 13/112:35CPT - LAX

1 stop34h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/11R14 503

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to California

Round-trip from	R16 698
One-way from	R11 875
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R17 113

9/3-24/3
3 total stops
64h 01m total
Cape Town to California

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Turkish Airlines
7/4
1 total stop
34h 25m total
Cape Town to California

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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 543 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

21:30-0:31

1 stop36h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 24/3

9:50-22:50

2 stops28h 00m

R16 698

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

19:50-12:59

2 stops26h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 24/3

6:00-17:00

2 stops26h 00m

R16 732

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/12

20:50-13:06

2 stops26h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 30/12

19:10-18:00

2 stops36h 50m

R16 732

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

20:50-19:57

2 stops33h 07m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

16:10-16:10

2 stops38h 00m

R16 784

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

20:50-11:45

1 stop24h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

16:10-16:10

2 stops38h 00m

R16 784

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

20:50-19:50

1 stop32h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 24/3

23:30-19:15

1 stop34h 45m

R16 836

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-22:47

1 stop35h 17m

San Diego

Mon 9/2

22:15-19:15

2 stops59h 00m

R16 905

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

20:45-18:24

2 stops31h 39m

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

12:34-8:05

2 stops33h 31m

R17 700

Cape TownOntario

CPT - ONT

CPTONT

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-11:54

1 stop24h 24m

Ontario

Mon 9/2

17:03-19:15

2 stops64h 12m

R17 770

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/12

21:30-20:50

1 stop33h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

6:00-19:15

1 stop27h 15m

R18 202

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of R14 433). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 663). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to California in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to California?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andVirgin Atlantic from Cape Town to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 405 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 410 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Virgin Atlantic

7,5

Good

673 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 012 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 038 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to California?
There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to California in 26h 09m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 15826 km between Cape Town and California. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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 R11 875. Qatar Airways flights start at R12 497 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at R13 154 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 - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Cape Town Intl - San Francisco, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of R14 433). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 663). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	CheapestR11 347	AverageR21 843	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	CheapestR15 597	AverageR17 737	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
United Airlines	CheapestR15 793	AverageR20 285	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR15 857	AverageR17 543	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Delta	CheapestR15 994	AverageR18 055	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Air France	CheapestR16 220	AverageR17 126	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
KLM	CheapestR16 237	AverageR20 719	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR18 239	AverageR20 255	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR18 499	AverageR22 388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR18 570	AverageR22 793	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to CaliforniaExplore 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 10 November 2025.

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 10 November 2025.

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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 10 November 2025.