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Cheap flights from California to Cape Town from R10 642

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CPT
Jan 5 — Jan 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from California to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from California to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 December 2025.

Thu 11/125:30LAX - CPT
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Fri 16/120:50CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/12R21 097
Wed 10/127:05ONT - CPT
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Tue 10/221:30CPT - ONT
1 stop24h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/12R21 317
Wed 10/120:25LAX - CPT
2 stops29h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 18/1220:50CPT - LAX
2 stops29h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12R21 436
Sun 7/1212:45LAX - CPT
1 stop20h 30mDelta
Wed 14/120:50CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/12R21 520
Thu 11/1218:20LAX - CPT
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Fri 16/17:55CPT - LAX
1 stop39h 15mKLM
Deal found 3/12R21 775
Thu 11/1217:45LAX - CPT
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Thu 18/127:55CPT - LAX
1 stop44h 50mKLM
Deal found 4/12R21 809
Sat 6/1218:50SFO - CPT
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 22/1217:15CPT - SFO
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12R22 266
Fri 5/1215:10LAX - CPT
1 stop40h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 12/1212:35CPT - LAX
1 stop34h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/12R23 029
Thu 11/1217:45LAX - CPT
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/120:50CPT - LAX
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R23 367
Thu 11/126:00SFO - CPT
2 stops29h 55mDelta
Thu 25/1221:30CPT - SFO
1 stop30h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/12R23 706
Wed 31/1223:59ONT - CPT
2 stops30h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/120:50CPT - ONT
2 stops34h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12R23 825
Thu 4/1221:55SAN - CPT
2 stops30h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/1213:50CPT - SAN
3 stops35h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/12R23 927

Find flight deals from California to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 962

One-way from

R10 642

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R23 232
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 50m total
  • California to Cape Town
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 47m total
  • California to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R74 355 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 405 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 California to Cape Town 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 6 December 2025.
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Price

Santa AnaCape Town

SNA - CPT

SNACPT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/2

6:45-19:15

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

21:30-11:49

1 stop24h 19m

R19 182

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Mon 2/2

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 182

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Thu 22/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 182

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Thu 22/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 182

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Mon 19/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 182

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Thu 22/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 182

BurbankCape Town

BUR - CPT

BURCPT

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 2/2

13:30-19:15

1 stop19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

21:30-12:31

1 stop25h 01m

R19 182

Santa AnaCape Town

SNA - CPT

SNACPT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/2

8:00-18:00

2 stops24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-13:11

2 stops26h 21m

R19 250

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Fri 23/1

6:00-18:00

2 stops26h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

20:50-17:43

2 stops30h 53m

R19 250

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Tue 3/2

8:00-18:00

2 stops24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-17:43

2 stops30h 53m

R19 250

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Best time to book a flight from California to Cape Town

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cape Town (average of R13 726). Flying from California to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 317). 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 CA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 December 2025.

When flying from California to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at midday.

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

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

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from California?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from California. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from California to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Cape Town in 21h 40m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. California and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 15826 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from California to Cape Town are Qatar Airways (R11 730), KLM (R12 800), and Turkish Airlines (R13 893).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Cape Town?

    Most travellers choose Los Angeles - Cape Town Intl, San Francisco - Cape Town Intl or San Jose - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Cape Town 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 California to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cape Town (average of R13 726). Flying from California to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 317). 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 3 airlines flying from California to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Cape Town. 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 6 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 013AverageR19 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR21 539AverageR27 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR22 560AverageR26 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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