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Cheap flights from California to Cape Town from $533

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Turkish Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 11:50 amLAX-CPT
36h 45m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 4:50 pmCPT-LAX
33h 35m1 stop
$980Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:50 amLAX-CPT
31h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 4:50 pmCPT-LAX
33h 35m1 stop
$989Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 2:35 pmLAX-CPT
33h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 5:50 pmCPT-LAX
33h 35m1 stop
$1,118Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 11:50 amLAX-CPT
36h 45m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 11:10 amCPT-LAX
29h 50m2 stops
$1,123Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 25
Singapore Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 9:25 amSFO-CPT
37h 45m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 8:50 amCPT-SFO
31h 10m2 stops
$1,125Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 9
KLM Logo
9:15 am - 9:55 pmLAX-CPT
26h 40m2 stops
KLM Logo
11:45 pm - 11:45 amCPT-LAX
46h 00m1 stop
$1,129KLM
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 4:10 pmLAX-CPT
23h 15m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:17 pmCPT-LAX
26h 27m2 stops
$1,130United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 4:10 pmLAX-CPT
21h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:44 amCPT-LAX
24h 54m1 stop
$1,131United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 26
KLM Logo
9:15 am - 9:55 pmLAX-CPT
26h 40m2 stops
KLM Logo
11:45 pm - 12:06 amCPT-LAX
34h 21m2 stops
$1,146KLM
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 16
Singapore Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 9:25 amSFO-CPT
37h 45m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 7:50 amCPT-SFO
31h 10m2 stops
$1,150Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 4

KLM flights from California to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets
KLM
Nov 9
LAX9:15 amLos Angeles
26h 40m
2 stops
CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 16
CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl
46h 00m
1 stop
LAX11:45 amLos Angeles
$1,129
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KLM
Nov 9
LAX9:15 amLos Angeles
26h 40m
2 stops
CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 16
CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl
34h 21m
2 stops
LAX12:06 amLos Angeles
$1,146
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KLM
Nov 10
LAX9:15 amLos Angeles
26h 40m
2 stops
CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 19
CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl
30h 52m
2 stops
LAX8:37 pmLos Angeles
$1,160
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Turkish Airlines flights from California to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Nov 12
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles
36h 45m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 25
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 35m
1 stop
LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles
$980
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Turkish Airlines
Feb 17
LAX6:45 pmLos Angeles
31h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Feb 27
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 35m
1 stop
LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles
$989
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 30
LAX6:45 pmLos Angeles
31h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Dec 16
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
27h 55m
1 stop
LAX11:10 amLos Angeles
$998
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Cape Town 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 25, 2025.
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Price

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

1:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$980

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/27

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$989

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

7:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

5:15 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,118

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

1:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

3:20 pm-11:10 am

2 stops29h 50m

$1,123

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/9

10:40 am-8:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,125

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

9:15 am-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

11:45 pm-11:45 am

1 stop46h 00m

$1,129

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 11/17

6:55 am-4:10 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/2

8:50 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$1,130

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 11/17

8:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/26

8:50 pm-11:44 am

1 stop24h 54m

$1,131

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

9:15 am-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

11:45 pm-12:06 am

2 stops34h 21m

$1,146

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

9:40 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/4

10:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,150

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of February, then departing from California during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,168.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,268. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,547.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the afternoon. Flights from California to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,300. Flights to Cape Town are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,512. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,378 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from California for as low as $1,023 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cape Town flight.

Cheap California to Cape Town flight deals and tips

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Cape Town

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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $808Free CancellationRating
7.4
664 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $850Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,976 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $966Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,973 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $980Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,391 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,039Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,928 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,042Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,399 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,043Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,631 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,102Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $1,144Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,744 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,195Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,424 reviews
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Traveling to a place near Cape Town?

Book flights to Cape Town if you plan to visit one of these locations
Stellenbosch
Franschhoek
Paarl
Somerset West
Simon's Town
Gordon's Bay
Wellington
Hermanus
Porterville

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