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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$1,143 for one-way flights and AU$1,437 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Swiss International Air Lines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Swiss International Air Lines
Sun, 19 Jan
Swiss International Air Lines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 16 hours ago
From AU$1,437
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on January 19 with Swiss International Air Lines, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on February 3 with Swiss International Air Lines. Price from AU$1,437, Found 16 hours ago.
Swiss International Air Lines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Swiss International Air Lines
Sun, 19 Jan
United
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with United
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 16 hours ago
From AU$1,474
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on January 19 with Swiss International Air Lines, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on February 3 with United. Price from AU$1,474, Found 16 hours ago.
Delta
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Delta
Sun, 19 Jan
Delta
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Delta
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 16 hours ago
From AU$1,476
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on January 19 with Delta, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on February 3 with Delta. Price from AU$1,476, Found 16 hours ago.
Delta
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Delta
Thu, 16 Jan
Delta
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Delta
Wed, 22 Jan
Found 4 days ago
From AU$1,479
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on January 16 with Delta, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on January 22 with Delta. Price from AU$1,479, Found 4 days ago.
United
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with United
Sun, 19 Jan
Swiss International Air Lines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 16 hours ago
From AU$1,484
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on January 19 with United, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on February 3 with Swiss International Air Lines. Price from AU$1,484, Found 16 hours ago.
United
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with United
Sun, 19 Jan
United
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with United
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 16 hours ago
From AU$1,485
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on January 19 with United, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on February 3 with United. Price from AU$1,485, Found 16 hours ago.
United
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with United
Tue, 9 Sep
United
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with United
Sat, 27 Sep
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,487
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on September 9 with United, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on September 27 with United. Price from AU$1,487, Found 5 days ago.
Delta
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Delta
Tue, 25 Feb
Delta
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Delta
Sat, 8 Mar
Found 3 days ago
From AU$1,495
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on February 25 with Delta, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on March 8 with Delta. Price from AU$1,495, Found 3 days ago.
KLM
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with KLM
Sun, 19 Jan
Delta
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Delta
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 16 hours ago
From AU$1,505
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on January 19 with KLM, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on February 3 with Delta. Price from AU$1,505, Found 16 hours ago.
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 10 Feb
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Tue, 25 Feb
Found 3 days ago
From AU$1,844
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on February 10 with Turkish Airlines, and returning from Los Angeles to Cape Town on February 25 with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,844, Found 3 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 17 Mar
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,143
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,143, Found 5 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 10 Feb
Found 3 hours ago
From AU$1,146
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,146, Found 3 hours ago.
Delta
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Delta
Tue, 9 Sep
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,289
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Delta. Price from AU$1,289, Found 5 days ago.
Delta
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Delta
Mon, 17 Mar
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,301
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Delta. Price from AU$1,301, Found 5 days ago.
Delta
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Delta
Mon, 12 May
Found 2 days ago
From AU$1,302
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Delta. Price from AU$1,302, Found 2 days ago.
Delta
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Delta
Mon, 12 May
Found 2 days ago
From AU$1,311
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Delta. Price from AU$1,311, Found 2 days ago.
KLM
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with KLM
Mon, 17 Mar
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,340
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with KLM. Price from AU$1,340, Found 5 days ago.
KLM
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with KLM
Mon, 17 Mar
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,341
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with KLM. Price from AU$1,341, Found 5 days ago.
Air France
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Air France
Mon, 17 Mar
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,345
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Air France. Price from AU$1,345, Found 5 days ago.
Ethiopian Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, 9 Sep
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,350
Select flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles, departing on with Ethiopian Airlines. Price from AU$1,350, Found 5 days ago.
Flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles route information
Origin airport
Cape Town Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, United
Return price
AU$1,437
Distance
15985 km

Your quick guide to flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

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Find cheap flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,437 to AU$1,507, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Los Angeles is normally in January.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip journeys between CPT and LAX start from AU$1,437. That’s based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can increase quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
This can vary between air carriers, as each has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you’ll find easy-to-follow instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from Cape Town Intl. Airport to LAX that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for CPT to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Cape Town to Los Angeles is around 16 100 kilometres, so get ready to spend quite a while in the air. Make sure you pack all the essentials, from your eye mask to your earphones. Throw in some snacks to munch on throughout your journey too.
Which airlines fly direct from CPT to LAX?
At present, no airlines offer direct flights from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to LAX. You’ll have to book a flight with one or more stops. To get the best price and connections, lock in your fare well in advance.
Are Cape Town Intl. Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Tickets from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to LAX are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally nab a fantastic last-minute deal, it’s never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you’ll have more options — and you can avoid landing the dreaded middle seat! We’re constantly updating our fares to bring you the best bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.
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