Cheap flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles from R11 531

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 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Oct 13 — Oct 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in February or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 13 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 689

One-way from

R11 531

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 891
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 6/10-8/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 74h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Los Angeles
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R9 968 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 630 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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 13 September 2025.

Mon 6/108:40CPT - LAX
1 stop40h 50mSWISS
Fri 8/511:30LAX - CPT
2 stops33h 45mSWISS
Deal found 12/9R16 689
Sat 22/1120:50CPT - LAX
1 stop27h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 29/1122:30LAX - CPT
1 stop27h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/9R16 724
Wed 8/108:40CPT - LAX
1 stop40h 50mSWISS
Sat 9/511:30LAX - CPT
3 stops60h 55mSWISS
Deal found 12/9R16 776
Wed 8/108:40CPT - LAX
1 stop40h 50mSWISS
Mon 11/519:35LAX - CPT
2 stops32h 50mSWISS
Deal found 12/9R16 845
Tue 28/1020:50CPT - LAX
2 stops25h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/1110:30LAX - CPT
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9R16 897
Sun 19/1020:00CPT - LAX
2 stops27h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/116:00LAX - CPT
2 stops24h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/9R16 915
Fri 31/1020:50CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 50mDelta
Sun 9/1116:35LAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mDelta
Deal found 13/9R16 932
Sun 12/1020:00CPT - LAX
1 stop37h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/323:50LAX - CPT
1 stop30h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9R16 949
Sun 14/920:00CPT - LAX
1 stop28h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/98:25LAX - CPT
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/9R16 984
Thu 20/1123:10CPT - LAX
1 stop25h 25mDelta
Sun 30/1116:35LAX - CPT
1 stop33h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/9R17 001
Wed 8/1014:15CPT - LAX
2 stops35h 15mSWISS
Sun 10/519:35LAX - CPT
2 stops32h 50mSWISS
Deal found 12/9R17 019
Sat 22/1120:50CPT - LAX
1 stop33h 50mDelta
Sat 29/1116:35LAX - CPT
2 stops28h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/9R17 071

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Cape Town

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Los Angeles

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

20:50-13:06

2 stops25h 16m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/11

10:30-18:00

1 stop21h 30m

R16 897

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/10

20:00-20:14

1 stop33h 14m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/11

0:25-16:10

2 stops29h 45m

R16 915

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

20:50-21:40

1 stop33h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/11

16:35-12:05

1 stop33h 30m

R16 932

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

20:00-15:34

2 stops28h 34m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

6:00-16:10

2 stops25h 10m

R16 949

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

20:00-9:25

1 stop22h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

6:00-17:00

3 stops26h 00m

R16 949

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/10

20:00-9:25

1 stop22h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

6:00-15:20

2 stops24h 20m

R16 949

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

20:00-9:25

1 stop22h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

10:15-17:10

1 stop21h 55m

R16 949

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

20:00-9:25

1 stop22h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

8:45-17:00

1 stop23h 15m

R16 949

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/10

20:00-0:45

1 stop37h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

6:00-16:10

2 stops25h 10m

R16 949

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/10

20:00-11:20

1 stop24h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

10:15-17:10

1 stop21h 55m

R16 949

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles is 80 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of R924). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 068). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.

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 13 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles, such as Emirates, KLM, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 16m. 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 R11 400, Lufthansa will fly you from Cape Town to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R15 598 and R15 884, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles (average of R924). Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 068). 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 Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 400AverageR23 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR15 598AverageR17 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 884AverageR18 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 994AverageR17 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR16 027AverageR17 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 295AverageR17 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 514AverageR19 195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 066AverageR21 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR19 207AverageR20 950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 223AverageR21 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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