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Cheapest return flight
£768
Typical prices: £734-£944
United Airlines
Mon 24/12Tue 9/1
CPT - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£401
Typical prices: £560-£958
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/12
CPT - LAX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 5% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 8% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg £718 (return)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 23h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles (CPT-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Thu, 24 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
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20:50 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
30h 30m1 stop Newark
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23:59 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
54h 11m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£768United Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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20:50 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
28h 25m1 stop Newark
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08:25 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£770United Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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20:50 - 14:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
27h 15m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£774United Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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20:50 - 11:54CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
25h 04m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
17:30 - 07:40LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£826United Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 19:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
32h 28m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
17:30 - 07:40LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£830United Airlines
Fri, 12 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 12:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
34h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:10 - 10:30LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£845Qatar Airways
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 16:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
33h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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18:30 - 12:05LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 35m1 stop Istanbul
£845Turkish Airlines
Fri, 12 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 12:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
34h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:10 - 10:30LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£846Qatar Airways
Fri, 12 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
35h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:10 - 10:30LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£852Qatar Airways
Thu, 15 Apr - Mon, 31 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:00 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LAX Los Angeles
26h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:35 - 13:25LAX  Los Angeles-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
£868Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Return flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles typically range from £734 to £944. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £768 on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles at £734 return.
•January (£924) and June (£921) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 5% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£401
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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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Your Cape Town to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles takes 00m, covering 9,985 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Los Angeles flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles range from £734 to £944, with an average of £794 over the past 12 months. Anything below £734 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the £794 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £768 to £4,174. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £806, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £763 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £938, a difference of £174.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 29m, compared to 23h 47m via Newark (EWR) and 24h 22m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 10 hours behind Cape Town (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center, and Hollywood Walk of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £763, about £174 less than Saturday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 5% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average £734 return in that month – typically £190 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

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