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Cheap flights from California to Cape Town from $636

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1:00 pm - 12:00 pmLAX-CPT
37h 00m1 stop
5:15 pm - 5:00 pmCPT-LAX
33h 45m1 stop
$788Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 4
6:55 pm - 12:00 pmLAX-CPT
31h 05m1 stop
5:15 pm - 5:00 pmCPT-LAX
33h 45m1 stop
$810Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 5
5:10 pm - 11:00 amLAX-CPT
32h 50m1 stop
6:40 pm - 5:15 pmCPT-LAX
31h 35m1 stop
$903American Airlines
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Mon, May 19 - Wed, May 28
4:30 pm - 8:00 amLAX-CPT
29h 30m2 stops
6:45 pm - 2:35 pmCPT-LAX
28h 50m1 stop
$907American Airlines
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Mon, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 10
5:30 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-CPT
32h 40m1 stop
6:45 pm - 3:00 pmCPT-SFO
30h 15m1 stop
Thu, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 3
9:35 pm - 11:00 amLAS-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
6:40 pm - 1:10 pmCPT-LAS
27h 30m1 stop
$958British Airways
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Wed, Apr 30 - Mon, May 19
9:55 pm - 12:10 pmLAX-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
10:00 pm - 7:25 pmCPT-LAX
30h 25m1 stop
$972British Airways
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Thu, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 22
5:30 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-CPT
32h 40m1 stop
8:50 pm - 3:00 pmCPT-SFO
28h 10m1 stop
Thu, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 3
10:55 pm - 9:40 pmSFO-CPT
36h 45m2 stops
11:00 pm - 12:52 pmCPT-SFO
47h 52m2 stops
$1,110Kenya Airways
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Tue, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 18
10:55 pm - 9:40 pmSFO-CPT
36h 45m2 stops
11:00 pm - 12:52 pmCPT-SFO
47h 52m2 stops
$1,312Kenya Airways
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Tue, Jan 7 - Tue, Feb 18
4:10 pm - 10:50 amLAX-CPT
33h 40m1 stop
$636Qatar Airways
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Sat, Mar 29
4:10 pm - 5:25 pmLAX-CPT
40h 15m1 stop
$639Qatar Airways
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Mon, Mar 17
10:55 am - 10:45 pmLAX-CPT
49h 50m2 stops
Wed, Feb 5
7:15 am - 7:00 pmLAX-CPT
26h 45m1 stop
$755Delta
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Mon, Mar 17
7:20 pm - 7:00 pmSNA-CPT
37h 40m2 stops
$761Delta
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Fri, Feb 21
1:45 pm - 6:10 amLAX-CPT
30h 25m1 stop
$761KLM
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Sat, Jan 18
9:05 am - 9:30 pmLAX-CPT
27h 25m2 stops
$765KLM
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Mon, Mar 10
10:53 am - 9:50 amSFO-CPT
36h 57m2 stops
Tue, Jan 14
9:35 pm - 7:40 amSFO-CPT
25h 05m1 stop
$773Lufthansa
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Sat, Mar 15
5:30 pm - 7:40 amLAX-CPT
28h 10m1 stop
$882Lufthansa
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Tue, Dec 10
5:25 pm - 8:00 amLAX-CPT
28h 35m1 stop
8:50 pm - 3:50 pmCPT-LAX
29h 00m1 stop
$918American Airlines
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Sun, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 5
8:55 pm - 12:10 pmLAX-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
8:40 pm - 1:40 pmCPT-LAX
27h 00m1 stop
$948British Airways
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Tue, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 4
9:15 pm - 9:40 pmSFO-CPT
38h 25m2 stops
2:30 pm - 6:26 pmCPT-SFO
37h 56m3 stops
$1,215
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Tue, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 4
10:45 pm - 1:35 pmSFO-CPT
52h 50m3 stops
2:30 pm - 6:26 pmCPT-SFO
37h 56m3 stops
$1,404
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Tue, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 4
3:25 pm - 7:30 amLAX-CPT
30h 05m1 stop
10:00 am - 1:35 pmCPT-LAX
37h 35m1 stop
$1,512Virgin Atlantic
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Sat, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 2
11:20 pm - 2:30 pmSFO-CPT
29h 10m2 stops
1:50 pm - 9:37 amCPT-SFO
53h 47m3 stops
$1,583Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 3
11:20 pm - 2:30 pmSFO-CPT
29h 10m2 stops
3:20 pm - 9:37 amCPT-SFO
52h 17m3 stops
$1,645Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 3
8:35 am - 9:30 pmLAX-CPT
26h 55m2 stops
11:59 pm - 8:10 pmCPT-LAX
30h 11m2 stops
$1,672KLM
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Tue, Nov 26 - Sun, Dec 8
7:30 am - 9:30 pmLAX-CPT
28h 00m2 stops
11:59 pm - 10:29 pmCPT-LAX
32h 30m2 stops
$2,170KLM
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Fri, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 24
4:40 pm - 7:30 amSFO-CPT
28h 50m1 stop
9:55 am - 2:45 pmCPT-SFO
38h 50m1 stop
$3,260Virgin Atlantic
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 30

Turkish Airlines flights from California to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Jan 26
LAX1:00 pmLos Angeles
37h 00m
1 stop
CPT12:00 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 4
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 45m
1 stop
LAX5:00 pmLos Angeles
Turkish Airlines
Feb 23
LAX6:55 pmLos Angeles
31h 05m
1 stop
CPT12:00 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 5
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 45m
1 stop
LAX5:00 pmLos Angeles
Turkish Airlines
Mar 11
LAX7:55 pmLos Angeles
31h 05m
1 stop
CPT12:00 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 25
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 45m
1 stop
LAX6:00 pmLos Angeles

American Airlines flights from California to Cape Town

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets
American Airlines
May 19
LAX5:10 pmLos Angeles
32h 50m
1 stop
CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl
May 28
CPT6:40 pmCape Town Intl
31h 35m
1 stop
LAX5:15 pmLos Angeles
American Airlines
Feb 17
LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles
29h 30m
2 stops
CPT8:00 amCape Town Intl
Mar 10
CPT6:45 pmCape Town Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
LAX2:35 pmLos Angeles
American Airlines
Dec 7
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
28h 30m
1 stop
CPT8:00 amCape Town Intl
Dec 11
CPT6:45 pmCape Town Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of January, then departing from California during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,216.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,259. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,537.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the afternoon. Flights from California to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,279. Flights to Cape Town are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,527. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

In general, most travelers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is about 53 days prior to their departure date when tickets on average are $1,370. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Cape Town outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from California to Cape Town for $1,025.

Can stopping save me money on California to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cape Town flight.

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Best Price Found

$636

Fastest flight time

20h 11m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from California in the past 72 hours is $636. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $788.
The fastest flight from California to Cape Town takes 20h 11m
There are no direct flights from California to Cape Town. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Jose Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport, Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from California to Cape Town

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $884Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,920 reviews
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8.0
8,755 reviews
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7.8
1,349 reviews
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6.6
6,831 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,070Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,172 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,078Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $1,101Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,636 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,102Free CancellationRating
7.3
786 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,199Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,829 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,281Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,489 reviews
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