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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Mon., 20 Jan. - Wed., 29 Jan.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,402 Return, found 22 hours ago
AU$1,402
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon., 20 Jan. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed., 29 Jan., priced at AU$1,402 found 22 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun., 6 Apr. - Thu., 24 Apr.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,439 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,439
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun., 6 Apr. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Thu., 24 Apr., priced at AU$1,439 found 3 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon., 20 Jan. - Wed., 29 Jan.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,460 Return, found 22 hours ago
AU$1,460
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon., 20 Jan. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed., 29 Jan., priced at AU$1,460 found 22 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Fri., 17 Jan. - Sun., 2 Feb.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,815 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,815
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri., 17 Jan. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Sun., 2 Feb., priced at AU$1,815 found 1 day ago
Qatar Airways
Mon., 20 Jan. - Wed., 29 Jan.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,928 Return, found 22 hours ago
AU$1,928
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon., 20 Jan. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed., 29 Jan., priced at AU$1,928 found 22 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat., 7 Dec. - Mon., 23 Dec.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,018 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$2,018
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat., 7 Dec. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Mon., 23 Dec., priced at AU$2,018 found 4 days ago
British Airways
Fri., 17 Jan. - Sun., 2 Feb.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,034 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$2,034
Return
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri., 17 Jan. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Sun., 2 Feb., priced at AU$2,034 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon., 9 Dec. - Mon., 16 Dec.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,052 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$2,052
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon., 9 Dec. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Mon., 16 Dec., priced at AU$2,052 found 6 days ago
Qatar Airways
Mon., 20 Jan. - Wed., 29 Jan.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,057 Return, found 22 hours ago
AU$2,057
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon., 20 Jan. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed., 29 Jan., priced at AU$2,057 found 22 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon., 20 Jan. - Wed., 29 Jan.
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,082 Return, found 22 hours ago
AU$2,082
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon., 20 Jan. from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed., 29 Jan., priced at AU$2,082 found 22 hours ago
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Flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
AU$1,401
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$1,402 to AU$2,082, 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 January.

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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$1,402. 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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