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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$1,231 for one-way flights and AU$1,523 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 3 Feb
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 17 Feb
Found 4 days ago
From AU$1,523
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on February 3 with Turkish Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on February 17 with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,523, Found 4 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 14 Apr
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Fri, 2 May
Found 3 days ago
From AU$1,564
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on April 14 with Turkish Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on May 2 with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,564, Found 3 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Sun, 26 Jan
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Tue, 4 Feb
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,575
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on January 26 with Turkish Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on February 4 with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,575, Found 6 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Sun, 26 Jan
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Sat, 1 Feb
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,640
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on January 26 with Turkish Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on February 1 with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,640, Found 6 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 27 Jan
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,735
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on January 27 with Turkish Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on February 3 with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,735, Found 6 days ago.
American Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with American Airlines
Mon, 27 Jan
American Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with American Airlines
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,826
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on January 27 with American Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on February 3 with American Airlines. Price from AU$1,826, Found 6 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Thu, 30 Jan
Turkish Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Turkish Airlines
Tue, 4 Feb
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,901
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on January 30 with Turkish Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on February 4 with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,901, Found 6 days ago.
British Airways
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with British Airways
Mon, 27 Jan
British Airways
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with British Airways
Mon, 3 Feb
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,984
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on January 27 with British Airways, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on February 3 with British Airways. Price from AU$1,984, Found 6 days ago.
American Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with American Airlines
Sat, 25 Jan
American Airlines
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with American Airlines
Fri, 31 Jan
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,987
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on January 25 with American Airlines, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on January 31 with American Airlines. Price from AU$1,987, Found 6 days ago.
Qatar Airways
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Qatar Airways
Sat, 1 Mar
Qatar Airways
Cape Town — Los Angeles
CPT - LAX with Qatar Airways
Sat, 8 Mar
Found 3 days ago
From AU$2,179
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on March 1 with Qatar Airways, and returning from Cape Town to Los Angeles on March 8 with Qatar Airways. Price from AU$2,179, Found 3 days ago.
Alaska Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Alaska Airlines
Sat, 1 Mar
Found 8 hours ago
From AU$1,231
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Alaska Airlines. Price from AU$1,231, Found 8 hours ago.
Qatar Airways
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Qatar Airways
Sat, 1 Mar
Found 8 hours ago
From AU$1,231
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Qatar Airways. Price from AU$1,231, Found 8 hours ago.
Alaska Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Alaska Airlines
Mon, 27 Jan
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,234
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Alaska Airlines. Price from AU$1,234, Found 6 days ago.
Qatar Airways
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Qatar Airways
Thu, 17 Apr
Found 4 days ago
From AU$1,236
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Qatar Airways. Price from AU$1,236, Found 4 days ago.
Alaska Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Alaska Airlines
Mon, 14 Apr
Found 3 days ago
From AU$1,241
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Alaska Airlines. Price from AU$1,241, Found 3 days ago.
American Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with American Airlines
Wed, 29 Jan
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,302
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with American Airlines. Price from AU$1,302, Found 6 days ago.
American Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with American Airlines
Thu, 17 Apr
Found 4 days ago
From AU$1,304
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with American Airlines. Price from AU$1,304, Found 4 days ago.
Qatar Airways
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Qatar Airways
Sat, 1 Mar
Found 8 hours ago
From AU$1,313
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Qatar Airways. Price from AU$1,313, Found 8 hours ago.
Turkish Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Wed, 10 Sep
Found 15 hours ago
From AU$1,433
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,433, Found 15 hours ago.
Ethiopian Airlines
Los Angeles — Cape Town
LAX - CPT with Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, 10 Sep
Found 15 hours ago
From AU$1,577
Select flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town, departing on with Ethiopian Airlines. Price from AU$1,577, Found 15 hours ago.
Flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
AU$1,523
Distance
15985 km

Your quick guide to flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,523 to AU$2,179, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town 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 Cape Town is normally in February.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Round-trip flights between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and CPT start from AU$1,523. This price is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
This can differ between airlines, as each has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Los Angeles to Cape Town is around 16 100 kilometres, so get ready to spend a while in the air. Don’t forget to pack all the essentials, from your eye mask to your earphones. Throw in a few snacks to nibble on throughout your trip too.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
If you want to travel straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), you’ll need to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly between these airports.
Are LAX to CPT flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from LAX to Cape Town Intl. Airport popping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines advertise prices that far in advance.
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