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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles (CPT-LAX)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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19:50 - 16:30CPT-LAX
30h 40m1 stop
19:10 - 21:55LAX-CPT
40h 45m1 stop
R16 631SWISS
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Mon, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 27
20:50 - 11:32CPT-LAX
24h 42m1 stop
0:51 - 16:10LAX-CPT
29h 19m2 stops
R16 775United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 26
23:20 - 20:10CPT-LAX
30h 50m2 stops
6:15 - 19:00LAX-CPT
26h 45m1 stop
R17 622Delta
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Fri, Dec 6 - Mon, Jan 13
23:20 - 20:10CPT-LAX
30h 50m2 stops
9:48 - 6:10LAX-CPT
34h 22m2 stops
R17 712Delta
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Fri, Dec 6 - Mon, Jan 13
20:50 - 15:50CPT-LAX
29h 00m1 stop
20:55 - 12:10LAX-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
R30 901British Airways
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Mon, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 7
12:35 - 12:50CPT-LAX
34h 15m1 stop
15:10 - 10:40LAX-CPT
33h 30m1 stop
R38 558Qatar Airways
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Sat, Dec 21 - Sun, Dec 22
13:40 - 12:45CPT-LAX
33h 05m1 stop
15:35 - 16:45LAX-CPT
39h 10m1 stop
R46 757Emirates
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Sat, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 11
13:40 - 12:45CPT-LAX
33h 05m1 stop
15:35 - 14:30LAX-CPT
60h 55m2 stops
R48 288Emirates
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Sat, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 11
6:05 - 12:50CPT-LAX
40h 45m2 stops
15:10 - 10:40LAX-CPT
33h 30m1 stop
R49 225Qatar Airways
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Sat, Dec 21 - Sun, Dec 22
22:00 - 14:45CPT-LAX
26h 45m1 stop
20:55 - 12:10LAX-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
R95 153British Airways
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Thu, Jan 23 - Thu, Feb 13
17:15 - 17:00CPT-LAX
33h 45m1 stop
R12 216Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20
17:15 - 19:05CPT-LAX
35h 50m2 stops
R12 667
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Mon, Jan 20
13:50 - 15:34CPT-LAX
35h 44m3 stops
R14 432Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Jan 28
23:20 - 23:06CPT-LAX
33h 46m2 stops
R15 009Delta
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Tue, Jan 28
8:05 - 20:00CPT-LAX
45h 55m2 stops
R20 288Delta
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Wed, Jan 8
23:55 - 16:30CPT-LAX
26h 35m1 stop
R32 955SWISS
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Wed, Jan 8
13:40 - 12:45CPT-LAX
33h 05m1 stop
R36 973Emirates
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Sun, Jan 5
13:40 - 12:45CPT-LAX
33h 05m1 stop
R37 351Emirates
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Mon, Jan 6
20:50 - 18:27CPT-LAX
31h 37m3 stops
R99 892United Airlines
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Sun, Jan 5
20:50 - 21:46CPT-LAX
34h 56m3 stops
R229 693United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 4
18:45 - 13:35CPT-LAX
28h 50m1 stop
15:30 - 12:10LAX-CPT
34h 40m1 stop
R19 910British Airways
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Thu, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 25
17:15 - 11:05CPT-LAX
27h 50m1 stop
20:58 - 9:50LAX-CPT
50h 52m2 stops
R29 874
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Thu, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 25
23:20 - 20:38CPT-LAX
31h 18m2 stops
8:35 - 21:30LAX-CPT
26h 55m2 stops
R30 631KLM
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Thu, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 25
17:15 - 11:05CPT-LAX
27h 50m1 stop
0:59 - 14:30LAX-CPT
27h 31m2 stops
R34 126
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Thu, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 24
10:50 - 11:05CPT-LAX
34h 15m2 stops
0:59 - 14:30LAX-CPT
27h 31m2 stops
R35 856
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Thu, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 24
9:25 - 11:05CPT-LAX
35h 40m2 stops
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35h 07m3 stops
R36 252
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Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

The average price of all flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Los Angeles on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles is February, where tickets cost R16 360 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and June, where the average cost of tickets is R24 414 and R23 910 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 88 days before departure.

Good to know

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October

High season

December

Cheapest flight

R12 216
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles was R678 for a one-way ticket and R923 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles, United Airlines or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles are United Airlines and British Airways. With an average price for the route of R19 334 and an overall rating of 7,4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R21 228 and an overall rating of 6,6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top 5 airlines serving from Cape Town to Los Angeles

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Cape Town to Los Angeles? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3485 reviews
8,1Boarding
8,0Comfort
8,2Entertainment
7,9Food
8,3Crew
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The entire crew was amazing. They went out of their way to make us enjoy a great travel experience.

10,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Nov 2024BOG - MIA
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The entire crew was amazing. They went out of their way to make us enjoy a great travel experience.

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Some Crew were distinguishably fake in their interactions with passengers.

We was missed the flight They doesn’t lest us fly next flight without payment They charge me 606 hundred dollars What is very unacceptable,our first fight ticket was almost 2000 dollars, again paid 700 it’s hurt … airlines need to do something please

They were very pleasant and helpful. My husband and I were sitted apart. We asked if we could be seated together were told flight ws fuly booked but would try. After a while they were able to make it work we got seats together. Their food is good and attendents are very friendly/helpful.

The crew were friendly, dressed professionally and helpful when needed. The food was good to very good. The seats were comfortable and entertainment selections were excellent.   For that long of a flight Athens to Newark Economy is a little tight and the space became uncomfortable about mid-way. Next time I would try and get a Premium Economy seat. Especially for the return flight when one can be less enthused and tired. On the way to a vacation enthusiasm can outweigh discomfort.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The seats were very comfortable and spacious. The entertainment was amazing, and so was the food!

Excellent staff! Flights were delayed due to technical issues after everyone was boarded and we sat in the flight for almost 2 hours before taking off. Not enough vegetarian food was available despite pre-ordering. The staff did an exceptional job dealing with both the problems neither of their making.

Better entertainment; the lack of it made the very long flight even longer

POOR CREW BEHAVIOR. RESTRICTIONS ON FOOD. FEELS LIKE ECONOMY CLASS.

There was fog in Amsterdam so many flights were delayed because of the weather. Air France knew that the flight would be delayed by two hours but still boarded the plane on time. Instead of letting the passengers wait at the gate we were crammed into the plane. It was uncomfortable. No refreshments were given. I couldn’t charge my devices onboard.

I tried to upgrade to premium economy anis seat online during the checkin process. The payment didn’t work due to a technical glitch on KLM’s website. I wasn’t able to change my seat unless I called Amsterdam. Since I was in Canada and there’s a time difference this wasn’t practical. So when I arrived early to Ottawa airport my seat wasn’t available and I could only get a middle seat in premium economy which isn’t great. These middle seats are priced at the same rate as an aisle seat which makes no sense.

The food & entertainment really stood out in terms of quality. The nasi goreng & chicken satay were absolutely delicious. It’s great that KLM feature international cuisine.

Seats were comfortable crew members support was very good but AVML ordered or selected by us needs a lot of improvement.

Transavia flight, was booked as KLM but i couldnt select seat or access boarding pass with KLM at all. Crammed seating and very no frills experience all around. First and last time.

Seats were nice and comfy. Crew was polite and attentive. Business class is awesome and worth the money.

Flight left a few minutes late, but that's it. I wish the seats could be wider and recline more.

Overall a very pleasant flight. No significant issues on either flight. Amsterdam airport is very convenient for connecting

Great flight because I upgraded to Premium Comfort. Made a huge difference in the experience.

The baggage service at Malpensa was the worst ever. We wanted for over an hour without any information, they broke my suitcase, and the services of the local luggage services company was below any usual services level of a KLM partner.

Seats were old and dirty, for a long haul flight you expect to be able to recline and for the av to work properly. Choice for vegans was fruit….

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

The crew was very good. However, the equipment was a bit dated. Some of the electronics were not working. To top it, three bags didn’t arrive with me. Two of them were delivered a day later. I’m still waiting for the third bag, I was so looking forward to this virgin Atlantic flight, but, I am disappointed.

My only complaint is that the pocket in front of me was ripped and my things, like iPad and airline magazines, kept slipping to the floor.

Flight delayed yet again. Crew apathetic and unhelpful re affect on connecting flight.

I think Virgin is one of the best flying experiences, especially from/to the UK. The staff are so helpful and fun, the food is good, seats comfortable, goof entertainment and great value. Check in and boarding is pretty pain free. I also find that the other passengers are generally so kind and considerate than when I've flown other airlines.

Cabin crew on our flight showed lack of any customer service gruff and acting annoyed if you asked anything and I mean anything Example a man on the seat over dropped his beer on my husbands blanket We asked if we could switch out blankets cabin crew Said. No we don’t have any extras OK well can you take the wet one Cabin crew looked disgusted and annoyed Took it no OK or yes just a growl

Quick flight. But cabin crew were very noisy and talking too much, especially when we were seated at the back of the plane trying to sleep through the night .

My ticket was for Premium Economy and all the seats were taken, I was placed in Economy class and I’m looking for a refund.

Unfortunately delayed 2 hrs due to faulty tyre.. which had to be changed, but better safe than sorry.

Staff was generally seeming stressed out and was a bit rude and slow. Plane left late. Pilot was very well-spoken.

Cabin was pitch black, even during meal service. The reading lights for seat 2E/F did not work, and seat 2E did not recline.

This was a 5 hour flight with no entertainment and with a snack being provided (pretzels and fruit bar), which are both high in carbs and sugar. Nuts would have been a better choice.

Connection coordination with Star Alliance partner could be better. Lots of check in setup was not interlinked between operators.

Good plane, crew, and flight. Boarding was a bit chaotic. Bathrooms were unacceptable. United DESPERATELY needs a new terminal at IAD.

Haven’t used United in a while. Was surprised with the free blanket and earphones. Service was great. Huge plane. 9/.row.

The Cree was BEYOND AMAZING. They were, by far, THE BEST CREW I had the pleasure of flying with. They catered to my every need, beyond friendly, and upheld the highest level of professionalism that is of Lufthansa Airlines.

Lufthansa and United Airlines messed up with our reservation and they canceled our flight to Los Angeles. We ended up stuck in Frankfurt with two little kids. They sent us to San Francisco, but their flight was full and they wanted us to sit separated (even our 3-year-old was supposed to sit separated from me or my husband!!! Isn't it illegal???). Then the flight from San Francisco was delayed and we had two little sleepy kids, we were also told we needed to pick up our luggages. It was just horrible. I paid for a direct flight from Frankfurt to LAX and ended up going through hell. I am very upset and going to submit a complaint.

See my previous comments. I was probably booked in business but was moved to economy

My flight was delayed for a whole day, so I lost a day of my vacation.

Flight was fine, food better than anticipated and flight attendants were helpful and friendly.

Our headphone plug is broken, we can not enjoy our entertainment, especially traveling with 5 year old who like to watch movie

It was good but I wished if they could have sign do not disturb if we did not wanted any meals . I was tired and slept through the entire flight and woke up just before landing .being hungry Too late to ask for something to eat before exiting the flight . Left feeling hunger 🙁

Pleasant, attentive and efficient flight attendants. Boarding process and seat selection easy. No internet on transatlantic flight. Extremely uncomfortable, rigid seat.

The seats of the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner were ridiculously uncomfortable. I was on 10 flights during this vacation and this plane was super uncomfortable both times I was on one whereas all of the others were perfectly fine. Additionally, these planes do not have any air vents that passengers can control, the climate is entirely controlled by the crew which made for an extremely uncomfortable temperature for the duration. The flight attendants tried to make everyone happy with the temperature but several people you could tell were excessively warm and just wanted a bit of airflow.

Don't fly thru London Awful and huge U need 4 hrs to transfer cuz u have to tale buses to and fro from airplanes Bad business

Staff with low service level, forgetful. Temperature at 15 C and after asking twice to raise the temperature the crew did nothing.

I was disappointed with the quality of the food for an international flight also I wasn't given a toiletry bag which is customary in international flights.

They had about 20-25 people overbooked. Including me. Why is this?? I was put on a flight to NC an hour later with a 4 hour layover. I was supposed to be home at 1045am instead i was home at 7:30pm. An extra day to pay for dog care.

Boarding is not controlled as groups called was not enforced

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
20/1Mon
1 stopTurkish Airlines
33h 45mCPT-LAX
R12 216
20/1Mon
2 stops
35h 50mCPT-LAX
R12 667
28/1Tue
3 stopsEthiopian Air
35h 44mCPT-LAX
R14 432
28/1Tue
2 stopsDelta
33h 46mCPT-LAX
R15 009
8/1Wed
2 stopsDelta
45h 55mCPT-LAX
R20 288
8/1Wed
1 stopSWISS
26h 35mCPT-LAX
R32 955
5/1Sun
1 stopEmirates
33h 05mCPT-LAX
R36 973
6/1Mon
1 stopEmirates
33h 05mCPT-LAX
R37 351
5/1Sun
3 stopsUnited Airlines
31h 37mCPT-LAX
R99 892
4/1Sat
3 stopsUnited Airlines
34h 56mCPT-LAX
R229 693

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Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles that are departing in the next 10 days.
21/11Thu
multi-stopBritish Airways
28h 50mCPT-LAX
25/11Mon
multi-stopBritish Airways
34h 40mLAX-CPT
R19 910
21/11Thu
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27h 50mCPT-LAX
25/11Mon
multi-stop
50h 52mLAX-CPT
R29 874
21/11Thu
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31h 18mCPT-LAX
25/11Mon
multi-stopKLM
26h 55mLAX-CPT
R30 631
21/11Thu
multi-stop
27h 50mCPT-LAX
24/11Sun
multi-stop
27h 31mLAX-CPT
R34 126
21/11Thu
multi-stop
34h 15mCPT-LAX
24/11Sun
multi-stop
27h 31mLAX-CPT
R35 856
21/11Thu
multi-stop
35h 40mCPT-LAX
25/11Mon
multi-stop
35h 07mLAX-CPT
R36 252

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