$713 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 $713 for one-way flights and $971 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$971 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$971
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $971 found 5 days ago
Delta
Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 17
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$971 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$971
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $971 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 24
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$972 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$972
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $972 found 3 hours ago
United
Fri, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 12
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$976 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$976
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $976 found 5 days ago
United
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 26
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$976 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$976
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $976 found 1 day ago
Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$978 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$978
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $978 found 5 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sat, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 20
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$1,017 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,017
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,017 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 20
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$1,044 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,044
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,044 found 10 hours ago
KLM
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 26
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$1,048 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$1,048
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $1,048 found 6 hours ago
Air France
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
LAX
Los Angeles
CPT
Cape Town
$1,050 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$1,050
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Los Angeles to Cape Town, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $1,050 found 15 hours ago

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $530 - $2,237 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Cape Town

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

Select flight to Cape Town Intl. CPT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $1,321
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Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $1,321

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $713 or cheap return flight from $971 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Planning your getaway for November may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between LAX and CPT. You'll often find the lowest fares during the off-season.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from LAX to CPT. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
There aren't any daily nonstop flights departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). But you can book flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be cruising above the clouds before you know it.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to CPT?
You'll generally find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays tend to be the busiest.* However this can change from season to season and during public holidays or peak travel times.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
To avoid potential delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from LAX to CPT are usually more expensive. For the lowest prices, start looking for flights early. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may find a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to CPT flight and hotel package?
Securing a LAX to CPT flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
In most cases, you're able to reschedule or cancel your LAX to CPT flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$971
Distance
9990 mi

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Los Angeles to Cape Town Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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 Los Angeles to Cape Town are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town: 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 Los Angeles to Cape Town

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 Los Angeles to Cape Town in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $713 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 Los Angeles to Cape Town 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 Los Angeles to Cape Town 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.

 

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