What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Cape Town Intl?

Hahn Air, Norse Atlantic UK, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cape Town Intl

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Cape Town you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town takes 21h 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Diego to Cape Town takes 22h 20m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport is 13 as of August 2025.

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.

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12:10 am - 11:50 amLAX-CPT

26h 40m1 stop

5:15 pm - 12:10 pmCPT-LAX

27h 55m1 stop

$929Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 29

7:50 pm - 11:50 amSFO-CPT

31h 00m1 stop

5:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT-SFO

33h 30m1 stop

$929Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Oct 27 - Fri, Nov 7

11:59 pm - 12:10 pmLAX-CPT

50h 11m2 stops

10:10 pm - 1:30 pmCPT-LAX

25h 20m1 stop

$1,025British Airways

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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8

6:45 pm - 11:50 amSFO-CPT

32h 05m1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:35 amCPT-SFO

49h 10m2 stops

$1,027

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Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 3

6:50 pm - 11:50 amSFO-CPT

31h 00m1 stop

3:20 pm - 11:05 amCPT-SFO

29h 45m2 stops

$1,034

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Thu, Nov 6 - Wed, Mar 4

8:18 am - 3:20 pmLAX-CPT

22h 02m1 stop

8:00 pm - 3:15 pmCPT-LAX

28h 15m1 stop

$1,040United Airlines

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Thu, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 2

5:40 am - 3:20 pmLAX-CPT

24h 40m2 stops

8:00 pm - 2:11 pmCPT-LAX

27h 11m2 stops

$1,041United Airlines

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Mon, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 2

6:00 pm - 12:10 pmLAX-CPT

32h 10m1 stop

6:55 pm - 3:50 pmCPT-LAX

30h 55m1 stop

$1,044British Airways

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Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 25

11:48 am - 10:30 amLAS-CPT

36h 42m2 stops

7:00 pm - 5:41 pmCPT-LAS

32h 41m2 stops

$1,175Qatar Airways

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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24

6:00 am - 10:50 amONT-CPT

43h 50m2 stops

6:55 pm - 11:32 pmCPT-ONT

37h 37m2 stops

$1,187Qatar Airways

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Tue, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 29

Delta flights from California to Cape Town

Our best Delta deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets

Delta

Aug 18

ONT11:45 amOntario

21h 05m

1 stop

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 2

CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl

23h 30m

1 stop

ONT10:35 amOntario

$1,236

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Delta

Aug 25

ONT11:45 amOntario

21h 05m

1 stop

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 5

CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl

32h 06m

1 stop

ONT7:11 pmOntario

$1,250

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Delta

Aug 25

ONT9:50 amOntario

23h 00m

2 stops

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 5

CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl

32h 06m

1 stop

ONT7:11 pmOntario

$1,255

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British Airways flights from California to Cape Town

Our best British Airways deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets

British Airways

Dec 4

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles

50h 11m

2 stops

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 8

CPT10:10 pmCape Town Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

LAX1:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,025

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British Airways

Nov 19

LAX6:00 pmLos Angeles

32h 10m

1 stop

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 25

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

30h 55m

1 stop

LAX3:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,044

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British Airways

Nov 15

LAX6:00 pmLos Angeles

32h 10m

1 stop

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 12

CPT6:45 pmCape Town Intl

28h 45m

1 stop

LAX1:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,050

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Return

Price

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

12:10 am-11:50 am

1 stop26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

5:15 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$929

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

7:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/7

5:15 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$929

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

11:59 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops50h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/8

10:10 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$1,025

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/3

6:25 pm-10:35 am

2 stops49h 10m

$1,027

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

6:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/4

3:20 pm-11:05 am

2 stops29h 45m

$1,034

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

8:18 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

8:00 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$1,040

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

5:40 am-3:20 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

8:00 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops27h 11m

$1,041

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

6:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

6:55 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$1,044

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/20

11:48 am-10:30 am

2 stops36h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/24

7:00 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops32h 41m

$1,175

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

6:55 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops37h 37m

$1,187

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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 $1,240.

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 $1,413 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 $1,085 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 5% 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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Best Price Found	$530
Fastest flight time	20h 08m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from California in the past 72 hours is $530. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $929.

The fastest flight from California to Cape Town takes 20h 08m

There are no direct flights from California to Cape Town. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport, San Diego Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport is 13 as of August 2025.
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 Atlantic	PriceFrom $808	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 655 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $897	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $968	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $989	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,043	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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