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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles from R10 516

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Jun 27 — Jul 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 May 2026.

Tue 13/1020:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop31h 18m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 27/1023:30
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop26h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/5R15 553
Sat 23/519:50
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops28h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 30/58:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/5R16 600
Tue 27/1020:50
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop32h 04m
United Airlines
Thu 12/118:40
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/5R16 698
Tue 2/620:00
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops30h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 9/613:25
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop42h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/5R16 731
Tue 27/1022:00
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop32h 40m
Delta
Thu 12/1122:30
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop27h 35m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R17 009
Fri 16/1023:45
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop46h 25m
Delta
Tue 27/1022:59
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops34h 36m
Delta
Deal found 25/5R17 091
Tue 13/1020:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop36h 27m
Delta
Tue 27/1023:30
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop27h 35m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R17 123
Tue 1/920:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop30h 15m
Delta
Sun 20/923:55
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop32h 55m
Delta
Deal found 24/5R17 140
Tue 1/920:05
CPT
-
LAX
2 stops27h 42m
Delta
Sat 19/912:15
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop20h 35m
Delta
Deal found 24/5R17 172
Sun 11/1020:05
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop27h 15m
Delta
Tue 27/1023:30
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop27h 35m
Delta
Deal found 26/5R17 189

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 553

One-way from

R10 516

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 944
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 13/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 23m total
  • Cape Town to Los Angeles
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R5 692 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 597 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles 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 28 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-13:38

2 stops25h 48m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:40-16:10

1 stop21h 30m

R16 780

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

22:00-21:40

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

22:30-12:05

1 stop27h 35m

R17 009
Fastest return journey

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 30/6

13:50-21:25

1 stop22h 35m

R19 168

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

20:05-20:02

2 stops32h 57m

Los Angeles

Sun 20/9

17:05-17:50

2 stops39h 45m

R20 394

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

8:40-21:25

2 stops27h 45m

R21 850

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/7

20:05-0:30

1 stop37h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/7

6:15-21:25

2 stops30h 10m

R22 046
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/7

13:15-14:00

1 stop33h 45m

R10 876
Fastest single journey

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

23:15-14:45

1 stop24h 30m

R15 766

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/8

19:30-19:55

2 stops33h 25m

R16 502

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

13:15-18:44

2 stops38h 29m

R17 401

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of R15 880). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles in January is currently the most expensive (average of R20 492). 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 Los Angeles?

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 28 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles, such as KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 395 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 751 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Los Angeles in 25h 48m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 16069 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at R14 422, Virgin Atlantic will fly you from Cape Town to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Virgin Atlantic, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R15 045 and R15 866, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R9 854 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R10 412 and R13 745, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of R15 880). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles in January is currently the most expensive (average of R20 492). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 28 May 2026.
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Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles
British Airways flights from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles. 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 28 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 422AverageR15 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 045AverageR15 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 866AverageR18 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 951AverageR17 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR15 999AverageR16 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 863AverageR19 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 963AverageR21 679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 107AverageR22 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 788AverageR23 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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