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

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

Which airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, KLM and Virgin Atlantic 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 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 11 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 January 2026, there are 11 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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20:05 - 18:39

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31h 34m

1 stop

8:00 - 17:50

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R14 227Virgin Atlantic

Tue, May 5 - Mon, Jun 8

21:30 - 18:51

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14:09 - 19:15

SAN

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20h 06m

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R14 612Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

21:30 - 17:55

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12:20 - 19:15

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20h 55m

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R14 676Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 23

20:50 - 15:31

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R14 917United Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 23

20:50 - 14:28

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5:55 - 16:55

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R14 933United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

20:35 - 23:04

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16:14 - 12:10

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R19 012British Airways

Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

20:35 - 23:04

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16:14 - 12:10

FAT

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33h 56m

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R19 092British Airways

Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

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R20 698KLM

Sun, Jun 28 - Thu, Aug 6

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10:22 - 11:30

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40h 08m

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R31 922Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 13

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ONT

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14:39 - 10:20

ONT

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34h 41m

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R33 110Qatar Airways

Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Apr 1

Singapore Airlines flights from Cape Town to California

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Singapore Airlines

Apr 24

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

35h 10m

3 stops

LAX12:50Los Angeles

May 11

LAX14:20Los Angeles

82h 05m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

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Singapore Airlines

Jul 5

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

44h 30m

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LAX22:10Los Angeles

Jul 17

LAX0:15Los Angeles

48h 10m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

R24 423

Singapore Airlines

Jan 31

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

47h 19m

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LAS23:59Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Feb 16

LAS10:41Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

60h 44m

3 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

R33 800

KLM flights from Cape Town to California

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KLM

Feb 2

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

SFO13:25San Francisco

Feb 19

SFO15:40San Francisco

28h 10m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

R16 170

KLM

Feb 2

CPT14:00Cape Town Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

SFO13:25San Francisco

Feb 19

SFO7:00San Francisco

28h 55m

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CPT21:55Cape Town Intl

R16 651

KLM

May 1

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

37h 10m

1 stop

LAX11:50Los Angeles

May 18

LAX10:25Los Angeles

26h 00m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R16 892

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

21:30-17:55

1 stop30h 25m

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12:20-19:15

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R19 092

Cape TownSan Jose

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Cape Town Intl

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23:15-16:15

2 stops50h 00m

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2 stops46h 35m

R20 698

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R31 922

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18:55-18:42

2 stops33h 47m

Ontario

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14:39-10:20

2 stops34h 41m

R33 110

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to California from Cape Town, with most prices found around R15 543. If you’re not able to fly to California in March, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to California during November average around R15 608.

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 week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around R17 789 when searching week 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 491 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Cape Town to California takes 24h 01m

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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 January 2026, there are 11 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
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 541	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 747 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R13 330	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 861 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 166	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 668	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 201 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom R14 857	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 113 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 264	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 443 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 522	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 526 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R16 943	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 208 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 636	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 701 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 866	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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