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

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

Which airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California were last updated today.

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

As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California.

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

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 Cape Town Intl Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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29h 33m

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14:40 - 17:50

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R14 947Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, May 3

20:05 - 16:38

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R15 061Virgin Atlantic

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R15 485United Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

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R15 501United Airlines

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R15 843KLM

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

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R15 859Turkish Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Wed, May 27

23:45 - 16:05

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R15 875KLM

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R24 082Turkish Airlines

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R28 087Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

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14:02 - 11:30

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36h 28m

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R29 097Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

Virgin Atlantic flights from Cape Town to California

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Cape Town to California flight tickets

Virgin Atlantic

Apr 19

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

29h 33m

1 stop

LAX16:38Los Angeles Los Angeles

May 3

LAX14:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

42h 10m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R14 947

Virgin Atlantic

Apr 19

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

29h 33m

1 stop

LAX16:38Los Angeles Los Angeles

May 2

LAX9:25Los Angeles Los Angeles

23h 25m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R15 061

KLM flights from Cape Town to California

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KLM

Apr 21

CPT23:45Cape Town Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

LAX16:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

Apr 28

LAX7:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

28h 40m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R15 843

KLM

Apr 21

CPT23:45Cape Town Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

LAX16:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

Apr 28

LAX16:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

43h 40m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R15 875

KLM

May 8

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

LAX11:50Los Angeles Los Angeles

May 28

LAX13:50Los Angeles Los Angeles

22h 35m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R15 892

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to California from Cape Town, with most prices found around R15 810. If you’re not able to fly to California in November, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to California during February average around R15 957.

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around R18 031 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Cape Town for as low as R16 364 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	23h 06m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to California takes 23h 06m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California?
As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to California?
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 Cape Town Intl Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 365	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 680 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 020	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 413 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 578	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 468 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 805	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 543 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 881	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 277 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 249 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 870	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 781 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 116	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 980	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 540 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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