Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cape Town and Los Angeles?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Delta, United Airlines and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Cape Town according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 69% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 24h 50m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,013.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 38m.

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

Delta, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport is 3 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Nov 18

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

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1 stop29h 10m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Cape Town, with most prices found around $963. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Los Angeles from Cape Town during October instead. Flights to Los Angeles in October, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $990.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,010. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Friday is $1,354.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the morning. Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $951. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,259 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $1,138 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Cape Town for as low as $993 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Los Angeles flight.

How have Cape Town to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights are approximately 35% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles by plane?
Los Angeles is 9971.7 mi away from Cape Town Intl. Flights usually cover this in 23h 34m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport is 3 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to Los Angeles is Delta, representing 69% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 19% and KLM at 12%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $912	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,007 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the morning. Flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $951. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,259 per ticket.

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

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Los Angeles flight.

How have Cape Town to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Los Angeles flights are approximately 35% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Delta, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cape Town and Los Angeles?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,013.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 24h 50m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Los Angeles?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 38m.

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