How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from California to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Cape Town is 21h 30m on average, while flying from Santa Ana to Cape Town is 23h 20m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

British Airways, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from California according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Cape Town Intl?

Qatar Airways, United Airlines, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cape Town Intl

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 refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of December 2025.

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 stopovers 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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19:50 - 11:50

SFO

CPT

31h 00m1 stop

17:15 - 17:45

CPT

SFO

33h 30m1 stop

R18 728Turkish Airlines

ons., mar. 11 - tor., mar. 26

12:41 - 19:15

ONT

CPT

20h 34m1 stop

21:30 - 11:31

CPT

ONT

24h 01m1 stop

R19 083Delta

man., jan. 19 - tir., feb. 3

9:50 - 21:55

BUR

CPT

50h 05m2 stops

23:45 - 16:08

CPT

BUR

50h 23m2 stops

R19 589KLM

ons., jan. 28 - ons., feb. 4

22:55 - 13:35

SFO

CPT

52h 40m3 stops

14:25 - 14:12

CPT

SFO

32h 47m3 stops

R19 893Multiple Airlines

tir., mar. 3 - tir., mar. 24

20:00 - 14:35

LAX

CPT

33h 35m2 stops

16:40 - 18:05

CPT

LAX

34h 25m1 stop

R20 247Multiple Airlines

fre., apr. 10 - ons., apr. 22

13:30 - 11:00

LAX

CPT

36h 30m1 stop

18:50 - 20:15

CPT

LAX

34h 25m1 stop

R20 601American Airlines

søn., maj 31 - lør., juni 13

16:47 - 11:00

LAX

CPT

33h 13m2 stops

18:50 - 18:05

CPT

LAX

32h 15m1 stop

R20 669American Airlines

lør., apr. 11 - søn., apr. 26

23:50 - 16:10

LAS

CPT

30h 20m1 stop

20:50 - 10:57

CPT

LAS

24h 07m1 stop

R21 124United Airlines

ons., feb. 4 - søn., feb. 8

8:00 - 18:00

SNA

CPT

24h 00m2 stops

20:50 - 20:42

CPT

SNA

33h 52m3 stops

R21 192United Airlines

ons., feb. 4 - søn., feb. 8

17:50 - 21:45

LAS

CPT

42h 55m1 stop

23:15 - 18:35

CPT

LAS

28h 20m1 stop

R21 563KLM

ons., apr. 22 - ons., maj 6

Turkish Airlines flights from California to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Mar 11

SFO19:50San Francisco

31h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Mar 26

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

R18 728

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 2

SFO18:50San Francisco

31h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Mar 10

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

R19 133

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 2

SFO18:50San Francisco

31h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Mar 26

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

R19 150

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Delta flights from California to Cape Town

Our best Delta deals on California to Cape Town flight tickets

Delta

Jan 19

ONT12:41Ontario

20h 34m

1 stop

CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

Feb 3

CPT21:30Cape Town Intl

24h 01m

1 stop

ONT11:31Ontario

R19 083

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Delta

Jan 28

BUR13:30Burbank Bob Hope

19h 45m

1 stop

CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

Feb 4

CPT23:45Cape Town Intl

50h 23m

2 stops

BUR16:08Burbank Bob Hope

R19 808

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Delta

Feb 4

LAX10:10Los Angeles

33h 40m

2 stops

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

Feb 18

CPT23:45Cape Town Intl

30h 31m

2 stops

LAX20:16Los Angeles

R20 517

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San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

ons. 11/3

19:50-11:50

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

tor. 26/3

17:15-17:45

1 stop33h 30m

R18 728

OntarioCape Town

ONT - CPT

ONTCPT

Ontario

man. 19/1

12:41-19:15

1 stop20h 34m

Cape Town Intl

tir. 3/2

21:30-11:31

1 stop24h 01m

R19 083

BurbankCape Town

BUR - CPT

BURCPT

Burbank Bob Hope

ons. 28/1

9:50-21:55

2 stops50h 05m

Cape Town Intl

ons. 4/2

23:45-16:08

2 stops50h 23m

R19 589

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

tir. 3/3

22:55-13:35

3 stops52h 40m

Cape Town Intl

tir. 24/3

14:25-14:12

3 stops32h 47m

R19 893

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

fre. 10/4

20:00-14:35

2 stops33h 35m

Cape Town Intl

ons. 22/4

16:40-18:05

1 stop34h 25m

R20 247

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

søn. 31/5

13:30-11:00

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

lør. 13/6

18:50-20:15

1 stop34h 25m

R20 601

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

lør. 11/4

16:47-11:00

2 stops33h 13m

Cape Town Intl

søn. 26/4

18:50-18:05

1 stop32h 15m

R20 669

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

ons. 4/2

23:50-16:10

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

søn. 8/2

20:50-10:57

1 stop24h 07m

R21 124

Santa AnaCape Town

SNA - CPT

SNACPT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ons. 4/2

8:00-18:00

2 stops24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

søn. 8/2

20:50-20:42

3 stops33h 52m

R21 192

Las VegasCape Town

LAS - CPT

LASCPT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

ons. 22/4

17:50-21:45

1 stop42h 55m

Cape Town Intl

ons. 6/5

23:15-18:35

1 stop28h 20m

R21 563

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from California, with most prices found around R19 302. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R19 791.

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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R20 442. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Saturday is R26 479.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Cape Town in the afternoon for as low as R21 397. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R37 509 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R23 402 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from California for as low as R19 758 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cape Town flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 45m
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The fastest flight from California to Cape Town takes 20h 45m

There are no direct flights from California to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from California to Cape Town.

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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 refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of December 2025.
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 stopovers 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 291	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 094 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R21 447	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 574 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R24 776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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