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Cheap flights from Cape Town to California from R14 058

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Mai 16 — Mai 231
1 adult

Cheap 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 11 Mai 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 672

One-way from

R14 058

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 560
Delta
  • Delta
  • 3/7-26/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 00m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 00m total
  • Cape Town to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R47 072 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 145 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 11 Mai 2025.

Do 3/723:15CPT - LAX
2 stops41h 25mDelta
Sa 26/76:15LAX - CPT
2 stops26h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/5R17 672
So 1/618:25CPT - LAX
2 stops29h 25mKLM
So 8/67:35LAX - CPT
2 stops28h 35mKLM
Deal found 9/5R17 872
Di 24/614:00CPT - LAX
2 stops37h 10mAir France
Di 1/717:15LAX - CPT
2 stops34h 25mAir France
Deal found 10/5R20 869
Di 24/614:00CPT - LAX
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Di 1/713:50LAX - CPT
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5R21 141
Do 12/611:05CPT - LAX
2 stops38h 25mSWISS
Mo 30/619:35LAX - CPT
2 stops36h 10mSWISS
Deal found 11/5R21 414
Do 22/516:35CPT - LAX
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mo 26/519:55LAX - CPT
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5R21 468
Mi 23/714:35CPT - SFO
3 stops44h 06mKenya Airways
Do 7/87:00SFO - CPT
2 stops45h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/5R21 777
Di 24/623:15CPT - LAS
2 stops30h 35mKLM
Di 1/710:10LAS - CPT
2 stops26h 15mKLM
Deal found 10/5R22 994
Di 24/623:15CPT - SFO
2 stops34h 08mDelta
Di 1/75:55SFO - CPT
2 stops30h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/5R23 012
So 1/620:00CPT - LAX
1 stop35h 49mUnited Airlines
Sa 7/60:56LAX - CPT
2 stops31h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/5R23 285
Mi 23/718:25CPT - SFO
2 stops49h 10mMultiple Airlines
Do 7/818:45SFO - CPT
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5R23 357
Mi 23/716:35CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 05mTurkish Airlines
Do 7/818:45SFO - CPT
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5R23 412

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Cape Town

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Do 3/7

23:15-7:40

2 stops41h 25m

Los Angeles

Sa 26/7

6:15-17:50

2 stops26h 35m

R17 672

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

So 1/6

18:25-14:50

2 stops29h 25m

Los Angeles

So 8/6

7:35-21:10

2 stops28h 35m

R17 872

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Di 24/6

14:00-18:10

2 stops37h 10m

Los Angeles

Di 1/7

17:15-12:40

2 stops34h 25m

R20 869

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Di 24/6

14:00-18:10

2 stops37h 10m

Los Angeles

Di 1/7

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

R21 141

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Do 12/6

11:05-16:30

2 stops38h 25m

Los Angeles

Mo 30/6

19:35-16:45

2 stops36h 10m

R21 414

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Do 22/5

16:35-11:45

1 stop28h 10m

Los Angeles

Mo 26/5

19:55-11:50

1 stop30h 55m

R21 468

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Mi 23/7

14:35-1:41

3 stops44h 06m

San Francisco

Do 7/8

7:00-13:00

2 stops45h 00m

R21 777

Cape TownLas Vegas

CPT - LAS

CPTLAS

Cape Town Intl

Di 24/6

23:15-20:50

2 stops30h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Di 1/7

10:10-21:25

2 stops26h 15m

R22 994

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Di 24/6

23:15-0:23

2 stops34h 08m

San Francisco

Di 1/7

5:55-21:25

2 stops30h 30m

R23 012

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

So 1/6

20:00-22:10

2 stops35h 10m

Los Angeles

Sa 7/6

0:56-17:10

2 stops31h 14m

R23 285

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 R924). Flying from Cape Town to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 11 Mai 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 11 Mai 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to California, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
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Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
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Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 227 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
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Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 950 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
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Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 338 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 450 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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.

  • 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 R14 058. Delta flights start at R15 275 while deals on Kenya Airways start at R17 164 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 - San Francisco or Cape Town Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, 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 R924). Flying from Cape Town to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 11 Mai 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 923AverageR24 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR16 313AverageR22 768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 544AverageR18 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 574AverageR21 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestR16 763AverageR18 553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 874AverageR18 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 229AverageR23 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 171AverageR23 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 438AverageR23 567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 473AverageR23 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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