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Cheap flights from California to Cape Town from R10 961

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CPT
Dec 21 — Dec 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 794

One-way from

R10 961

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R20 993
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/12-30/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 43m total
  • California to Cape Town
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • California to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R76 426 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 213 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 21 November 2025.

Wed 24/125:05ONT - CPT
2 stops26h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/1220:50CPT - ONT
2 stops25h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11R16 794
Thu 4/128:30LAS - CPT
1 stop21h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1220:50CPT - LAS
1 stop23h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R18 446
Mon 8/125:05ONT - CPT
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 23/1220:50CPT - ONT
2 stops25h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R18 515
Wed 3/120:59LAS - CPT
2 stops29h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/1220:50CPT - LAS
1 stop23h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R18 515
Sat 6/128:05LAS - CPT
2 stops37h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/1220:50CPT - LAS
1 stop23h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R19 014
Thu 4/1216:05LAS - CPT
1 stop28h 05mDelta
Thu 11/1221:30CPT - LAS
1 stop31h 01mDelta
Deal found 20/11R19 083
Sun 7/128:00LAS - CPT
2 stops37h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/1220:50CPT - LAS
2 stops26h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R19 100
Sat 6/1214:54LAS - CPT
2 stops28h 56mDelta
Sat 13/1223:45CPT - LAS
2 stops30h 55mDelta
Deal found 20/11R19 874
Fri 5/1223:59LAS - CPT
2 stops30h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/1220:50CPT - LAS
2 stops26h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R20 752
Sun 7/1216:25LAS - CPT
2 stops53h 05mSWISS
Fri 12/129:00CPT - LAS
2 stops63h 40mSWISS
Deal found 20/11R20 872
Sun 7/1212:46ONT - CPT
2 stops33h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 23/1218:55CPT - ONT
2 stops36h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/11R21 561
Sat 29/117:00SNA - CPT
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/1220:50CPT - SNA
2 stops28h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R21 767

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Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/12

8:30-16:10

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/12

20:50-10:20

1 stop23h 30m

R18 446

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/12

8:30-16:10

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

20:50-10:20

1 stop23h 30m

R18 446

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/12

8:30-16:10

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/12

20:50-10:20

1 stop23h 30m

R18 446

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Mon 8/12

5:05-16:10

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/12

20:50-12:38

2 stops25h 48m

R18 515

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/12

0:59-16:10

2 stops29h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

20:50-12:27

2 stops25h 37m

R18 515

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 7/12

8:00-7:40

2 stops37h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/12

20:50-13:26

2 stops26h 36m

R19 100

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Mon 19/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 479

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Sun 18/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 479

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Sat 17/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 479

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Wed 21/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 479

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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 990). Flying from California to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 838). 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 21 November 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 20h 34m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. California and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 15998 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 (R10 961), United Airlines (R12 957), and Singapore Airlines (R14 007).

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

    Most travellers choose San Francisco - Cape Town Intl, Los Angeles - 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 990). Flying from California to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R20 838). 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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR15 451AverageR26 549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 614AverageR26 245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR21 872AverageR27 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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