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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R10 321

CPT — LAX
Sep 22 — Sep 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to California

Tue 22/920:05 -
1 stop34h 34m
Tue 10/1110:38 -
2 stops39h 27m
Deal found 18/8R15 170
Tue 29/920:05 -
1 stop34h 34m
Tue 10/1114:47 -
2 stops35h 18m
Deal found 22/8R15 330
Fri 9/1020:05 -
1 stop36h 51m
Sat 24/1017:55 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 23/8R15 362
Fri 9/1020:05 -
1 stop29h 03m
Sat 24/1023:15 -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 19/8R15 570
Tue 22/920:05 -
1 stop34h 34m
Tue 10/1121:55 -
1 stop34h 40m
Deal found 18/8R15 938
Thu 29/1020:50 -
1 stop32h 16m
Thu 12/116:00 -
1 stop26h 35m
Deal found 20/8R15 954
Fri 18/920:05 -
1 stop32h 53m
Fri 25/921:55 -
1 stop34h 55m
Deal found 21/8R16 002
Tue 25/820:05 -
1 stop36h 53m
Sun 30/822:00 -
1 stop34h 50m
Deal found 22/8R16 050
Fri 9/1020:05 -
1 stop23h 21m
Sat 24/106:05 -
2 stops27h 30m
Deal found 23/8R16 066
Sat 5/919:50 -
1 stop33h 44m
Wed 16/923:00 -
1 stop31h 20m
Deal found 19/8R16 146
Thu 27/819:50 -
2 stops26h 27m
Tue 8/923:30 -
2 stops32h 40m
Deal found 19/8R16 162
Fri 9/1020:00 -
2 stops27h 02m
Sat 24/108:15 -
2 stops22h 55m
Deal found 19/8R16 178

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Round-trip from

R15 170

One-way from

R10 321

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 411
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 22/9-10/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 74h 01m total
  • Cape Town to California
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20/9
  • 20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R31 666 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 299 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

20:05-23:57

1 stop36h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

11:50-12:05

2 stops38h 15m

R15 250

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

20:05-23:56

1 stop36h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 24/10

17:55-12:05

1 stop33h 10m

R15 362

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT Cape Town Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

20:05-0:43

1 stop37h 38m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 24/10

23:15-12:05

1 stop27h 50m

R15 698

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

20:05-23:57

1 stop36h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

21:55-18:35

1 stop34h 40m

R15 938

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

20:05-21:39

1 stop34h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

21:55-18:35

1 stop34h 40m

R15 938

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

20:05-10:26

1 stop23h 21m

San Francisco

Sat 24/10

6:05-18:35

2 stops27h 30m

R16 066

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT Cape Town Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

20:00-12:58

2 stops25h 58m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 22/9

21:29-15:20

2 stops56h 51m

R16 210

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT Cape Town Intl - SFO San Francisco

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:05-21:34

2 stops34h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 23/9

22:35-17:50

2 stops34h 15m

R16 274

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT Cape Town Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

19:50-20:34

1 stop33h 44m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

23:00-15:20

1 stop31h 20m

R16 290

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT Cape Town Intl - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

20:00-13:06

2 stops26h 06m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 24/10

5:30-16:10

2 stops25h 40m

R16 290

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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 R15 538). Flying from Cape Town to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 427). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to California flights typically cost between R16 546 and R22 235 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 570 on Virgin Atlantic (Oct 9–Oct 24).

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 84 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 a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, 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
1 562 reviews
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Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 562 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
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Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
7,4
Good
3 735 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
4 480 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
10 114 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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
7,4
Good
695 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

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

  • 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 25h 58m. 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 216. Turkish Airlines flights start at R10 756 while deals on Emirates start at R13 458 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 - San Francisco or Cape Town Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, 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 R15 538). Flying from Cape Town to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 427). 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 8 airlines flying from Cape Town to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR12 885AverageR16 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 062AverageR16 294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 721AverageR15 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 392AverageR19 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 873AverageR18 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 012AverageR20 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 575AverageR22 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 047AverageR23 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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