$725 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Popular airlines from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $725 for one-way flights and $924 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 15
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$924 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$924
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $924 found 5 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 15
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$924 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$924
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $924 found 5 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 16
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$932 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$932
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $932 found 6 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 16
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$965 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$965
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $965 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 25
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$969 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$969
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $969 found 12 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 15
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$971 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$971
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $971 found 5 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 17
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$972 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$972
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Jan 17, priced at $972 found 6 days ago
United
Thu, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 31
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$1,002 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,002
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Dec 18 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $1,002 found 4 days ago
KLM
Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 22
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$1,047 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$1,047
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $1,047 found 12 hours ago
Air France
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
CPT
Cape Town
LAX
Los Angeles
$1,059 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,059
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Cape Town to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $1,059 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town (CPT) to Los Angeles (LAX)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $881 - $1,604 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Los Angeles

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Los Angeles Intl. LAX. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $924
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Los Angeles Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $924
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Cape Town Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$923
Distance
9990 mi

Cape Town to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Cape Town to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cape Town to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Cape Town to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Cape Town to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $725 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Cape Town to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Cape Town to Los Angeles airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $725 or cheap return flight from $924 from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
December is the cheapest month to fly from CPT to LAX. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to scoring lower fares.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, flight durations and fares all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest CPT to LAX flight.
How many flights per day from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
There aren't any daily nonstop flights from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be soaring above the clouds in no time at all.
What day of the week has the most flights from CPT to LAX?
You'll typically find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays are often the busiest.* However this can vary from season to season and during peak travel times or public holidays.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To arrive at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on schedule, opt for a flight that leaves from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a ticket from CPT to LAX often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a CPT to LAX flight and hotel package?
Booking a CPT to LAX flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our wide range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you booked your CPT to LAX flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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