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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R11 179

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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 December 2025.

Sun 21/1220:50CPT - SAN
2 stops35h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 20/219:50SAN - CPT
3 stops34h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R16 321
Sat 20/1220:50CPT - LAX
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/10:40LAX - CPT
2 stops29h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12R16 473
Sat 20/1220:50CPT - ONT
2 stops35h 02mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/15:05ONT - CPT
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12R16 473
Sun 21/1220:50CPT - LAX
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/115:00LAX - CPT
1 stop34h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12R16 860
Thu 25/1220:50CPT - LAX
1 stop24h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/123:25LAX - CPT
1 stop30h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12R20 199
Sun 21/1221:30CPT - LAX
1 stop30h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/18:25LAX - CPT
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12R20 249
Sat 13/1220:50CPT - LAX
2 stops33h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/15:00LAX - CPT
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R20 283
Sun 14/1220:50CPT - LAX
2 stops31h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/10:55LAX - CPT
2 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12R20 300
Sat 20/1220:50CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 50mDelta
Thu 8/18:25LAX - CPT
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/12R21 615
Sun 21/1221:30CPT - LAX
1 stop31h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 1/19:30LAX - CPT
1 stop23h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/12R22 323
Sat 20/1220:50CPT - LAX
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1210:26LAX - CPT
2 stops35h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12R23 369
Sun 21/1220:50CPT - ONT
2 stops34h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:10ONT - CPT
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12R23 369

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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 736

One-way from

R11 179

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 406
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 30/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 05m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R627 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 707 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 12 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to California that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-18:45

1 stop31h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

8:30-19:15

1 stop24h 45m

R14 736

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

21:30-21:55

1 stop34h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

11:40-19:15

1 stop21h 35m

R14 804

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

21:30-18:51

1 stop31h 21m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

8:05-19:15

1 stop25h 10m

R15 023

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-17:55

1 stop30h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

12:20-19:15

1 stop20h 55m

R15 276

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

21:30-18:56

1 stop31h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/2

7:19-19:15

1 stop25h 56m

R15 478

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-23:51

1 stop36h 21m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

8:30-22:50

2 stops28h 20m

R16 203

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

20:50-18:47

2 stops31h 57m

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

7:01-16:10

2 stops23h 09m

R16 321

Cape TownSan Diego

CPT - SAN

CPTSAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

21:30-22:45

1 stop35h 15m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

6:30-22:50

2 stops30h 20m

R16 355

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-17:55

1 stop30h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/2

12:20-9:45

2 stops35h 25m

R16 355

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-15:26

2 stops28h 36m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

8:50-18:00

2 stops23h 10m

R16 372

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to California (average of R13 421). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 237). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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 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 12 December 2025.
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
3 435 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 435 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 094 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 091 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 435 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 31h 15m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, or SWISS 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 Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 638. Qatar Airways flights start at R9 768 while deals on Emirates start at R13 590 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 - Ontario or Cape Town Intl - Fresno Airterminal, 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 R13 421). Flying from Cape Town to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 237). 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

Discover the top 10 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 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 068AverageR21 305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR15 214AverageR17 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 396AverageR18 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 419AverageR16 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR15 601AverageR17 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR15 821AverageR16 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 838AverageR19 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 791AverageR19 679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR18 044AverageR22 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 631AverageR21 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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