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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R10 496

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Aug 20 — Aug 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to California

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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 21 July 2026.

Sun 2/820:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop30h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 15/86:00
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/7R15 480
Sun 2/820:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop29h 14m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 31/811:08
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop21h 42m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/7R16 008
Tue 18/820:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 24/88:20
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop24h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/7R16 206
Tue 18/820:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop36h 53m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 24/86:00
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/7R16 256
Sun 30/820:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop34h 55m
Delta
Sun 6/922:00
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Delta
Deal found 16/7R16 272
Tue 1/920:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop22h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 16/922:35
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/7R16 487
Thu 23/719:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop26h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 5/823:30
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop30h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/7R16 569
Sun 19/720:00
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops26h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 2/822:41
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop31h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R16 586
Sun 2/820:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop24h 39m
United Airlines
Sun 16/823:30
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops30h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R16 602
Sun 13/920:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop36h 52m
Delta
Wed 11/1123:45
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop32h 50m
Delta
Deal found 16/7R16 635
Fri 23/1020:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop23h 56m
United Airlines
Sun 1/115:45
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops26h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/7R16 635
Thu 6/819:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop25h 03m
United Airlines
Thu 13/88:17
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R16 701

Find flight deals from Cape Town to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to California flight deals. Data was last updated 21 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 480

One-way from

R10 496

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 622
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 2/8-15/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Cape Town to California
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20/9
  • 20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 38m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 438 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 152 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to California 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 21 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:05-17:15

1 stop30h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 15/8

6:00-17:50

1 stop26h 50m

R15 480

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

20:05-23:58

1 stop36h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 24/8

6:00-17:50

1 stop26h 50m

R16 256

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

20:05-22:00

1 stop34h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 6/9

22:00-17:50

1 stop34h 50m

R16 272

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:05-17:15

1 stop30h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 15/8

6:00-17:50

1 stop26h 50m

R16 322

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:05-23:57

1 stop36h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

23:45-18:35

1 stop32h 50m

R16 652
Fastest return journey

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-11:49

1 stop23h 59m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:17-16:10

1 stop21h 53m

R16 734

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

19:50-11:53

1 stop25h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 13/8

8:17-15:20

1 stop22h 03m

R16 734

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

20:00-12:30

1 stop25h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 8/9

21:15-17:10

1 stop34h 55m

R16 817

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:00-11:19

1 stop24h 19m

San Francisco

Sat 15/8

22:35-17:10

2 stops33h 35m

R16 916

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:00-14:52

2 stops27h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

5:00-18:00

2 stops27h 00m

R17 147

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of R16 025). Flying from Cape Town to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 751). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to California?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to California, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 21 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines 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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
693 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 450 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 013 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 748 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 23h 59m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 16069 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R9 505. Turkish Airlines flights start at R11 093 while deals on Emirates start at R13 869 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 Los Angeles, Cape Town Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Cape Town Intl - San Diego, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of R16 025). Flying from Cape Town to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 751). 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 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to California. 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 21 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR13 289AverageR17 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 503AverageR16 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 162AverageR16 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 873AverageR19 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 281AverageR16 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 370AverageR18 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 545AverageR21 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 126AverageR23 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 644AverageR22 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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